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confused about benefit entitlement

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I want to become self employed and start my own business as a sole trader, at first i will be earning very little if nothing at all due to setting up costs, what benefit should i be entitled to whilst my income is low I am single no dependants, I am also currently signed off sick, any help greatly appreciated.

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  • Indie_Kid
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  • Jowo_2
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    What does your business plan estimate your profits will be in year 2?
  • DX2
    DX2 Posts: 8,275 Forumite
    Help
    I want to become self employed and start my own business as a sole trader, at first i will be earning very little if nothing at all due to setting up costs, what benefit should i be entitled to whilst my income is low I am single no dependants, I am also currently signed off sick, any help greatly appreciated.
    Sined off sick, is this from an employer?
    *SIGH*
    :D
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