how to register self-employed for landscape/garden work?

[emotion-2003]

hi
as some of you know that a few months ago i was planing to start my own small plant nursery.but because of planning permit and financial problems i couldnt.
i am still working at horticulture nursery as a supervisor.i decided to start landscaping and general garden works.and i want to register as a self-employed.when i start my own self-employed business i will quit my current job because of some bad enviroment problems.but i dont know where and how to start.
is anyone registered self-employed and doing garden work/landscaping?
please help me and show me the way how i do.

 

[james_firmsites]

All you need to do is tell HMRC you will be self employed, so you get a self assessment. No need to register the business!

 

[faradaykeynes]

Here is the link to register as self employed , once registered you get your UTR Unique tax reference number), you will use that to file your tax return. Also you will hear from HMRC regarding class2 NI contribution. You would need to keep record of your income and expenses.

 

[emotion-2003]

thanks for reply
I am employed and currently working,so do will i pay more tax and insurance?
cheers

 

[faradaykeynes]

tax depends on your overall income, under employment it is deducted at source, which will be deducted from overall tax liability at tax return stage. Class2 NI contribution is £2.65 per week for 2012/13. Also Class4 NI contribution on your self employed income based on level of profits.

 

[Alan]

Here is some guidance https://www.gov.uk/starting-up-a-business

In your case it isn't too complex, as well as the tax man some other things to consider
- insurance
- getting customers

 

[SetupaCompany]

Depending on the level of earnings you are talking about it may be worth speaking to an accountant to get some advise on your specific situation based on the earnings levels.

Otherwise when you do your tax return you may want to consider getting one of the self-assessment tools such as Tax Calc as they make it much easier to complete yourself then trying to figure out HMRC's form alone.

 

[emotion-2003]

Hi
Thanks for all advices and info.
I have couple of question.if you can answer i ll be so happy.
I am working 39 hours a week,paying NI and TAX.before i leave my current job i want to set up everything and register as self-employed.

How it will effect my NI and TAX?i believe i ll pay more but i think i ll earn about 3000 to 4000 max this year.so can i get tax back(income tax?
Do you think self-employed better than normal conpany?can i employ more people or change the business like LTD..etc?
Thanks reading and respond