Last checked: 24 September 2026
Compare net hourly value
Include travel, materials, platform fees and unpaid admin. A higher headline rate can be worse after costs.
Protect your main job and rest
Check employment terms where relevant and avoid committing every free hour. Sustainable extra income should not depend on permanent exhaustion.
Remember tax records
Keep records and check HMRC rules. The trading allowance can apply in some circumstances, but exceptions and reporting rules matter.
Useful official sources
Rules and guidance can change. Check the official source before acting.