Limited or Umbrella Company? We look at the pros and cons of each type of business structure. Which is the best route for contractors?
Setting up a limited company in 2025 – 10 essential steps
If you want to set up a limited company in 2024, here are ten essential things you should know in advance.
Why a cheap umbrella company isn’t necessarily the best option
Price is always an important factor when you’re looking for a new umbrella provider. But it shouldn’t be your sole consideration.
Umbrella companies – how preferred supplier lists (PSLs) work
Recruitment companies often operate preferred supplier lists of umbrella companies they work with. Here we consider PSLs work in reality. And what happens if a candidate wants to use a different umbrella?
10-step guide to becoming an IT contractor in 2025
Once you’ve decided that IT contracting is the life for you, what happens next? Here are the 10 steps you’ll need to take to become an IT contractor in 2024.
IT Contractor Accountants – compare fees and services [2025]
What fees do the UK’s leading IT contractor accountants charge? Compare dozens of leading firms and find out which services you will receive in return.
The High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) – how does it work?
If you have children, and you or your partner earn £60,000 or more, your Child Benefit entitlement will be reduced, or removed. So, how are contractors affected by the new rules, and why are they so controversial?
Tax efficient donations to charity via your limited company
We all have causes close to our hearts, and if you are contracting through a limited company, you can factor in donations to charity as part of your overall tax planning strategy.
Does IR35 apply to umbrella company employees?
IR35 has had a profound impact on the contracting world over the past almost 25 years. How do these tax rules affect umbrella company employees?
How to check if the deductions on your umbrella company payslip are legitimate
With tales of malpractice by some unscrupulous umbrella companies coming to light over the past few months, what can you do to make sure that your payslips aren’t hiding any hidden (possibly unlawful) deductions?
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