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Sole trader vs Limited company in 2026/27: which pays less tax?

The conventional "go Ltd at £40k" rule has flipped after two Budgets in 18 months. Full comparison with verified HMRC rates and the 5 cases where Ltd still wins.

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How much tax will I pay as a UK sole trader? (2026/27)

Live calculator with MTD-aware projection. Income Tax, National Insurance, and quarterly forecasts for England, Wales, NI, and Scotland.

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What can I claim as a sole trader in 2026/27? The complete guide

Most UK sole traders miss hundreds of pounds in legitimate deductions every year — not because the claims are hard, but because nobody told them what HMRC actually allows. This guide covers everything.

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