Typically referred to as IR35, the Intermediaries Legislation was implemented in 2000 to tackle tax avoidance by contractors who did the work of permanent employees but bill through their services via limited companies.

Just purchased a brand-new car? Even though it comes with all the bells and whistles you would expect of a newer model, it might not be as secure from break-ins as you would expect.

A new report by Multiply found some worrying statistics for self-employed people surrounding their pensions and the age in which they’ll be able to retire.

Building a business is a bit like raising a child: you nurture it through the delicate early stages, then all of a sudden the company finds its feet and the risks start multiplying. Scaling up is hugely exciting, but as the pace of trade quickens, it’s easy to feel a bit lost and uncertain about your risk profile. More > "What kinds of business need commercial insurance?"

New figures from the SME Confidence Tracker reveal a boost for small business owners as confidence in SMEs rebounds to levels last seen in 2015. More > "Confidence in SME’s hits highest level since 2015"

From a Picasso that’s travelling across the world for an exhibition, to a Pollock lent to a gallery by a private collector, art travels more than you might think.  And when artworks – in particular high value and fragile pieces – are in transit, insurance becomes a priority. But, what are the concerns affecting the art world when it comes to insurance? More > "Fine art insurance – what do you need to know?"

It’s no wonder that small businesses are waking up to the reality of cyber security risks, with 875,000 SMEs in the UK hit by a cyber attack in the 12 months leading up to July 2017. More > "Are you voiding your Cyber policy?"

More and more of us are discovering the joys of working for ourselves, leaving traditional workplaces to become self-employed or start our own small companies. Since 2008, the number of freelancers working in the UK has increased 36% from 1.4million to a staggering 1.91million. More > "Do I need professional indemnity insurance if I’m self-employed?"

Imagine this: after years of research and saving you decide to start your own business. Things are a little slow to begin with, but after a few months, it starts to take off. A couple of years later your business is incredibly successful, backed by a team of dedicated, hardworking employees. And then, someone makes a claim against your director and you lose everything because you aren’t protected by Directors’ and Officers’ (D&O) liability insurance. More > "What is directors’ and officers’ insurance?"

Lifestyles of the rich and famous have been tabloid magazine fodder for nearly a century, and the who’s who of Hollywood still fascinates us – particularly when it comes to poring over their paychecks. More > "2017’s highest paid film stars"