Many major tax and business groups have called for the IR35 off-payroll private sector reforms to be delayed until at least April 2021, as businesses simply won’t be ready to cope with the changes as things stand.
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Which business travel expenses can contractors claim?
As a contractor, your client may require you to travel as part of your contract duties - whether this involves a quick meeting on the other side of London, or an international trip for a week. … [more]
What happens if you’re selected for an IR35 enquiry?
There is a huge amount of information available about IR35 and how to protect yourself. But what happens if you are actually selected for an investigation? How does an IR35 enquiry work and what should you expect if HMRC has lined you up as a target? … [more]
The importance of professional IR35 contract reviews
Since the implementation of the Intermediaries Legislation (IR35) in April 2000, the onus has fallen on professional contractors to prove that their contracts are not caught by the IR35 rules. In this article, we look at the role of professional IR35 … [more]
Contractor Accountant Fees / Cost Comparison Table
With hundreds of prospective accountancy firms to choose from, this table lists the monthly fees charged by some of the UK’s leading specialist accountants. … [more]
IR35 and ‘Confirmation of Arrangements’
To ensure your contracts fall outside the scope of IR35, you need to have an IR35 compliant written contract in place, and ensure that your working practices mirror the terms of the contract. One of the best ways to add strength to your proof of … [more]
International contracting – make sure you’re tax compliant
With the array of booming economies worldwide, it’s no wonder that so many skilled workers are seeking employment abroad. However, whilst there are plenty of reasons to look for opportunities overseas, there are a variety of potential risks that … [more]
Why am I paying Employers’ National Insurance as an umbrella contractor?
The number one question many umbrella companies are asked by their employees is: "why am I paying employers' national insurance contributions?" - here we provide the answer and explain what other costs are payable by umbrella contractors. … [more]
Illegal (unlawful) dividends – what they are, and how to avoid them
The main method company owners use to draw down business profits is by distributing dividends to the company's shareholders. In most cases, this is a simple process, but what happens if you mistakenly declare dividends which are greater than the … [more]
Managed Service Company legislation – how does it affect contractors?
A recent case has highlighted the impact of the MSC legislation on the contracting industry. How can you ensure that you are not involved with an MSC provider - who is effectively controlling your limited company? … [more]
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