What is Hustle Mate and how does it help freelancers with accounting?

Hustle Mate is an affordable membership club that supports freelancers, side hustlers and the self-employed with day-to-day money, bookkeeping and tax issues. For just £5 a month, members get direct access to a Chartered Accountant who is on hand to answer questions, alongside the monthly Hustle Mate resources.

Who is Hustle Mate for - freelancers, side hustlers or sole traders?

Hustle Mate is designed for UK freelancers, side hustlers and sole traders who want self-employed tax help and bookkeeping support to help stay organised, compliant, and confident with money and tax.

Is Hustle Mate the same as having an accountant in the UK?

Hustle Mate isn’t an accounting service, and we don’t manage your financial records. It’s a support hub run by a Chartered Accountant to help you understand how to run your business smarter, not do the work for you.

Who is the Chartered Accountant behind Hustle Mate?

Hustle Mate is run by Chris, a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience supporting freelancers and small businesses. You will see Chris answering questions in the community and shaping each month’s resources.

Why is Hustle Mate so affordable?

Hustle Mate was created to provide accessible, expert support to side hustlers, freelancers and sole traders without the big accountancy price tag.

How much does Hustle Mate cost?

Hustle Mate membership is just £5 per month — that’s it. No hidden fees, no upsells, no surprises.

Is there a contract or minimum term?

Hustle Mate is completely flexible — there is no contract or minimum term and you can cancel any time. Stay for as long as it’s useful to you. You can cancel easily through your member account or by emailing chris@hustlemate.co.uk, whichever’s easiest. Once cancelled, you’ll keep access until the end of your current billing period.

Can I rejoin Hustle Mate if I cancel?

You can rejoin anytime! Your new Hustle Mate membership will start as soon as you sign up again.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major debit and credit cards via our secure payment system. All payments are processed securely, and we’ll never share your personal data.

How do I update my payment details or email address?

You can manage your billing and contact details in your member account. If you need help, email chris@hustlemate.co.uk

What if I join and change my mind?

No problem, you can cancel any time and you won’t be charged again. No questions asked. If you joined by mistake, contact chris@hustlemate.co.uk and we will do our best to help.

How do I access my Hustle Mate resources and member’s area?

When you join Hustle Mate you’ll be asked to create an account, before entering your payment details to complete the sign up process. Once you join, you’ll get instant access to the members’ area and a welcome email with links to your resources and the Facebook community.

Will I miss anything if I don’t log in often?

No. We’ll send you a monthly email that walks you through that month’s Hustle Mate resources. You can also catch up any time in the members’ area.

Do I need Facebook to get help?

It’s not a problem if you don’t use Facebook. You’ll receive the monthly Hustle Mate email and access to all resources in the member’s area. You can also submit questions by email to chris@hustlemate.co.uk

What do I get as a Hustle Mate member - UK bookkeeping and tax templates, guides and checklists?

Every month, Hustle Mate members receive exclusive resources straight to their inbox — including templates, checklists, guides, and expert insights to help you manage your business, understand tax, and stay on top of your finances. You’ll also get access to the private Facebook community where you can ask questions directly to a Chartered Accountant and connect with other self-employed people.

What types of resources are included?

In the Hustle Mate member’s area you’ll find UK bookkeeping and tax tools like tax calculators, cash flow templates, expense trackers, invoicing checklists and tax deadline reminders to help freelancers stay compliant and confident with HMRC. All Hustle Mate resources are designed for UK self-employed individuals, side hustlers and creative business owners.

Do the resources cover limited companies as well as sole traders?

Yes — Hustle Mate supports both sole traders and limited company directors. Most resources are written with both in mind, with clear explanations where the rules differ. Whether you trade under your own name or through a company, you’ll find practical guidance to help you stay compliant and in control.

Will this cover VAT, PAYE and Making Tax Digital (MTD) in the UK?

Yes. Hustle Mate resources focus on the most common needs for UK sole traders and small limited companies, including VAT basics, digital record keeping and key deadlines.

Will resources be updated when HMRC rules change?

Yes. Hustle Mate resources are regularly updated for HMRC and UK tax rule changes, so you always have accurate, current information for your business.

Can I suggest topics or resources?

Absolutely! Many new resources come from member requests. Tell us what would help and we will prioritise the most popular ideas.

Can I get personal advice about tax, accounts and business finances?

Hustle Mate members can ask questions in the private Facebook community and receive tailored guidance from a Chartered Accountant. For more complex or one-to-one help, we’ll always point you in the right direction.

How specific can the advice be?

We can give practical, personalised guidance in the Hustle Mate community, but we do not provide regulated financial advice or file taxes on your behalf. For complex cases we will point you to the right professional support.

How often can I ask questions?

There’s no limit — you can post questions anytime in the community, and the Chartered Accountant will respond as soon as possible.

When can I expect a reply?

Most questions receive a reply within 1 to 2 working days. At busy times we will let you know if it may take longer.

Is there a code of conduct for the community?

Be respectful, keep things confidential, and avoid sharing sensitive data. We remove spam and anything that puts members at risk.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Hustle Mate

Accounting support for UK freelancers, side hustlers and sole traders

About Hustle Mate

Hustle Mate is an affordable membership that supports freelancers, side hustlers, sole traders and small business owners with day-to-day money, bookkeeping and tax questions.
There are two membership options. Hustle Mate Library gives you access to practical resources, templates, calculators and guides. Hustle Mate Support includes everything in Library, plus the ability to ask Chris direct questions when you need help applying things to your own business.
Hustle Mate is designed for UK freelancers, side hustlers and sole traders who want self-employed tax help and bookkeeping support to help stay organised, compliant, and confident with money and tax.
Hustle Mate isn’t an accounting service, and we don’t manage your financial records. It’s a support hub run by a Chartered Accountant to help you understand how to run your business smarter, not do the work for you.
Hustle Mate is run by Chris, a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience supporting freelancers and small businesses. You will see Chris answering questions in the community and shaping each month’s resources.
Hustle Mate was created to make reliable tax and business support more accessible for side hustlers, freelancers, sole traders and small business owners.
The aim is to give you practical, plain-English support without the big accountancy price tag. The Library tier keeps resources affordable for people who want self-serve support, while the Support tier recognises the extra value of being able to ask Chris direct questions.
Hustle Mate is affordable by design, not cheap by accident.

Membership and billing

Hustle Mate has two membership options:
Hustle Mate Library — £5/month
Access to the members area, calculators, templates, guides, members-only content and community.
Hustle Mate Support — £12/month
Everything in Library, plus the ability to ask Chris direct questions when you need help applying things to your own business.
There are no hidden fees and no long-term contracts. You can choose the membership that best suits the level of support you need.
Hustle Mate is completely flexible — there is no contract or minimum term and you can cancel any time. Stay for as long as it’s useful to you. You can cancel easily through your member account or by emailing chris@hustlemate.co.uk, whichever’s easiest. Once cancelled, you’ll keep access until the end of your current billing period.
Yes, you can rejoin Hustle Mate at any time.
Your new membership will start as soon as you sign up again, and you’ll join on whichever membership tier is available at that time. If you previously had founding member access or an older price, this may not be available if you cancel and rejoin later.
We accept all major debit and credit cards via our secure payment system. All payments are processed securely, and we’ll never share your personal data.
You can manage your billing and contact details in your member account. If you need help, email chris@hustlemate.co.uk
No problem, you can cancel any time and you won’t be charged again. No questions asked. If you joined by mistake, contact chris@hustlemate.co.uk and we will do our best to help.
Yes. You can change your Hustle Mate membership at any time.
Library members can upgrade to Support if they want to ask Chris direct questions. Support members can downgrade to Library if they no longer need direct support but still want access to the members area, resources and community.
Changes usually apply from your next billing date. If you need help changing your membership, just email chris@hustlemate.co.uk.

Getting started

When you join Hustle Mate you’ll be asked to create an account, before entering your payment details to complete the sign up process. Once you join, you’ll get instant access to the members’ area and a welcome email with links to your resources and the Facebook community.
No. We’ll send you a monthly email that walks you through that month’s Hustle Mate resources. You can also catch up any time in the members’ area.
It’s not a problem if you don’t use Facebook. You’ll receive the monthly Hustle Mate email and access to all resources in the member’s area. You can also submit questions by email to chris@hustlemate.co.uk

Tax, accountancy & bookkeeping resources from Hustle Mate

That depends which membership tier you choose.
Hustle Mate Library members get access to the members area, practical resources, templates, calculators, guides, members-only content and community access.
Hustle Mate Support members get everything in Library, plus the ability to ask Chris direct questions when they need help applying things to their own business.
Both tiers are designed to help UK freelancers, side hustlers, sole traders and small business owners feel more confident with tax, bookkeeping and business finances.
You’ll also get access to the private Facebook community where you can ask questions directly to a Chartered Accountant and connect with other self-employed people.
In the Hustle Mate member’s area you’ll find UK bookkeeping and tax tools like tax calculators, cash flow templates, expense trackers, invoicing checklists and tax deadline reminders to help freelancers stay compliant and confident with HMRC.
All Hustle Mate resources are designed for UK self-employed individuals, side hustlers and creative business owners.
Yes — Hustle Mate supports both sole traders and limited company directors. Most resources are written with both in mind, with clear explanations where the rules differ. Whether you trade under your own name or through a company, you’ll find practical guidance to help you stay compliant and in control.
Yes. Hustle Mate resources focus on the most common needs for UK sole traders and small limited companies, including VAT basics, digital record keeping and key deadlines.
Yes. Hustle Mate resources are regularly updated for HMRC and UK tax rule changes, so you always have accurate, current information for your business.
Absolutely! Many new resources come from member requests. Tell us what would help and we will prioritise the most popular ideas.

Hustle Mate Support members can ask Chris direct questions and receive practical, personalised guidance to help them understand their options and next steps.
Hustle Mate is not a full accountancy service, so we don’t file tax returns, manage bookkeeping records or provide regulated financial advice. For more complex or specialist situations, we’ll always point you in the right direction.
Hustle Mate Support members can ask questions that are specific to their own business, tax position or bookkeeping setup.
The guidance is designed to help you understand what to do and feel more confident making decisions. However, Hustle Mate does not replace a full accountant-client relationship, and we do not file accounts, submit tax returns or provide regulated financial advice.
Hustle Mate Support members can ask questions whenever they need help.
There is no strict question limit, but Hustle Mate is designed for practical support and guidance, not ongoing bookkeeping, tax return preparation or full accountancy work. If something needs more detailed one-to-one support, we’ll let you know.
Most questions receive a reply within 1 to 2 working days. At busy times we will let you know if it may take longer.
Be respectful, keep things confidential, and avoid sharing sensitive data. We remove spam and anything that puts members at risk.

Advice and community for side hustlers, freelancers and the self-employed

Still have a question? No problem — just drop Chris a message at chris@hustlemate.co.uk