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Lambo1

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14 June 2010 13:43

I've recently finished my HND in web development and I'm wanting to know all I need to know about freelance web development work. Mainly how to pay tax and what are acceptable rate to charge?

I have been emailed about potential work and since I really need the money, I'm not wanting to end up being charged over not paying my taxes.

I am new to all of this so please, be patient. :)

Cheers.

Victorious 16 June 2010 20:18

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Lambo1, post: 13865 a écrit : I've recently finished my HND in web development and I'm wanting to know all I need to know about freelance web development work. Mainly how to pay tax and what are acceptable rate to charge?

I have been emailed about potential work and since I really need the money, I'm not wanting to end up being charged over not paying my taxes.

I am new to all of this so please, be patient. :)

Cheers.
You need to register yourself as self employed really - first step. Depending on experience and portfolio acceptable (average freelancer) rates are between £15 and £50 per hour but it is not uncommon to charge more... my guess would be - calculate the time you need to complete the project and optimal £££ you want to charge. I usually choose to charge different rates per different client.

Keep all the bills to have costs on the project and calculate the profit. But I would go to your IR and talk with them - they will tell you more.

PS. You can always go on for a bit "cash in hand" but that's illegal.

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