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Sole trader vs limited company

This is the bridge page between the two new sites in the network.

When the answer is not just tax

A limited company can change how profits are taxed, but it also brings payroll, accounts, filings and a different admin burden. The right answer depends on profit level, cash needs and how much complexity you are willing to manage.

If you want a direct company-side model, use LimitedCompanyTaxCalculator.co.uk. If you still need the cleaner sole trader baseline, keep the same assumptions here and compare like-for-like.

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The homepage calculator is the fastest way to turn this guidance into a concrete monthly take-home and tax reserve estimate.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does a limited company always save tax?

No. It depends on profit level, extraction pattern, pension contributions, admin costs and your wider personal income.