Limited company vs. umbrella company: Which is right for you?
by Staff Writer | Feb 20, 2016
If you’re a contractor in the UK (or thinking about becoming one), one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to trade as a sole trad...
Read moreHow contractors can avoid IR35
by Staff Writer | Aug 28, 2015
In the last few years, HMRC have increased the enforcement of IR35 provisions to ensure that only those with a status of “self-employed” (as p...
Read moreSummer Budget predictions: Major tax and pension reform unlikely
by Scott Brown | Jul 3, 2015
Next Wednesday, Chancellor George Osborne will deliver the first fully conservative Budget in 18 years. It is expected that he will focus on m...
Read moreA guide to issuing shares in your limited company
by Scott Brown | Feb 24, 2015
When you decide to start you own business, you can choose to work as a contractor or set up a private limited company. If you decide on a limi...
Read more9 tips for first-time IT contractors
by Staff Writer | Nov 6, 2014
With Freelancers’ Day fast approaching, we thought it would be the ideal time to offer tips and advice for those IT workers considering moving...
Read more6 common accounting mistakes contractors make
by Staff Writer | Jun 25, 2014
If you work as an independent contractor or run your own limited company, you’re no doubt aware of how difficult it is to do the work that’s r...
Read moreDormant companies can attract £1,000 late filing penalties
by Leanne Shrosbree | Jun 23, 2014
Many people are under the impression that dormant companies can be forgotten about, that they need not file a Corporate Tax Return and that th...
Read moreHow to claim tax back in the UK
by Staff Writer | May 6, 2014
If you’re yet to claim back your overpaid tax, you could be due a substantial amount of money. There are two ways to claim a tax refund: you c...
Read moreTop tips for start ups
by Staff Writer | Mar 1, 2013
If you are starting a business, it is important to ensure that you choose the right tax structure.
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