Can you claim expenses through an umbrella company?

Contractors working through umbrella companies were hit hard by changes in legislation concerning…


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HMRC confirm they are aware of a new job board tax avoidance scheme

A new tax avoidance scheme that disguises remuneration by paying contractors with a combination of…


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What is a limited company? Contractor FAQs

Many people who either are looking to start their own business, or are a contractor or freelancer…


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What are the payroll options for contractors working in the public sector?

There has been a lot of talk about the changes to off-payroll legislation in the public sector that…


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What are the benefits of working through an umbrella company?

With changes to off-payroll legislation (IR35) that have come into place in the public sector, and…


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How to prepare for the new tax year

The UK tax year runs from 6th April to 5th April the following year, which means the new tax year…


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Budget 2017 Key Announcements

It appears that Chancellor Philip Hammond has set his sights on the self-employed as he aims to…


IR35 Update for Off-Payroll Workers in the Public Sector

The clauses for Finance Bill 2017, published Monday 20th March, details the new rules for how the…


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How does an umbrella company work?

Working through an umbrella company is the easiest way to operate as a contractor and once you have…


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Chancellor Hammond backtracks on his plan to increase National Insurance

The Spring Budget was announced last Wednesday, 8th March. It sparked plenty of backlash around…