The Baseline

16 Jan 2023
8 minute read

How can small businesses cope with increased energy prices?

Wholesale energy prices rose significantly between 2021 and 2022, affecting many UK SMEs, despite the introduction of government support. Here’s our guide to what small businesses can do to tackle higher energy costs.

13 Jan 2023
4 minute read

Allowable expenses when you’re self-employed

What are allowable expenses? Who can claim them? This guide covers all you need to know – helping you claim everything you’re entitled to.

9 Jan 2023
2 minute read

Superscript scoops £45m in Series B funding

The funding will be used to further develop underwriting and broking capabilities, enhanced by machine learning, and to grow our range of insurance products for SMEs.

6 Jan 2023
4 minute read

What does regulation mean for BNPL companies?

Buy-now-pay-later has been widely adopted by businesses and shoppers alike. Could regulation change how these businesses operate in the future? Read more.

14 Dec 2022
4 minute read

7 ways for landlords to reduce costs

In the face of interest rate hikes and soaring mortgage rates, what can landlords do to cut costs? Here are seven things to do if you’re looking to save money – and some things you shouldn’t do.

12 Dec 2022
4 minute read

How much is Statutory Sick Pay, and what's the SSP rate?

If an employee falls ill, they could be eligible for Statutory Sick Pay. But what’s the current SSP rate? And as an employer, what should you know about SSP?

9 Dec 2022
4 minute read

Rent guarantee insurance vs guaranteed rent schemes

They might sound similar, but guaranteed rent schemes and rent guarantee insurance are quite different mechanisms for protecting your rental income. We look at the pros and cons of both.

7 Dec 2022
2 minute read

Understanding taxes for your side hustle

Do I need to pay tax for my side hustle? What’s a Self Assessment? A TaxScouts accountant answers some of the most common questions about taxes for side gigs.

23 Nov 2022
1 minute read

Superscript authorised as Lloyd’s broker in Europe

Our advisory service, SuperscriptQ, has been granted authorisation to operate in Europe as a Lloyd’s broker.

16 Nov 2022
5 minute read

Cash accounting vs traditional accounting

What’s cash accounting? How does it compare to traditional accounting? Find out how each accounting method works – and how to decide which approach is right for you.