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For people asking questions or weighing up whether to answer them, these guides cover pricing research, survey sites, fraud warning signs and the UK trading allowance. Choose the topic that fits your next decision and check its dated sources. Tax information is general information, not tax advice.

6 guides · Updated 7 October 2026

Pricing research
Van Westendorp price sensitivity: a quick guide
How a Van Westendorp price sensitivity survey works: the four questions, how to read the chart and a free template to copy. Read the guide.

Tax basics
The £1,000 trading allowance, explained
What is the £1000 trading allowance, who can use it and when must you tell HMRC? A plain UK guide: general information, not tax advice. Read on.
Survey sites compared
Best survey sites UK: an honest comparison
Looking for legit survey sites UK members can trust? We compare the main options on payouts, screen-outs and time, with dated sources. Read the guide.
Avoiding scams
Legit ways to earn money fast (and the scams to avoid)
Websites to earn money fast: how to tell the legit ones from scams, and the warning signs to check before you sign up. An honest UK guide. Read it first.
Screen-outs
Surveys that don't disqualify you
Why surveys screen you out, how to spot survey sites with no minimum payout, and other options worth trying. An honest UK guide with sources. Read on.
Is it worth it?
Is it worth doing surveys for money?
Do survey sites actually pay, and is the time worth it? An honest UK look at screen-outs, payout thresholds and alternatives. Read before you sign up.