Price is always an important factor when you’re looking for a new umbrella provider. But it shouldn’t be your sole consideration.
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?
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?
How to create an invoice for your limited company – includes templates
What do you need to include on a limited company invoice to ensure you comply with the law and get paid on time. Includes .doc and Google Drive sample invoices for contractors.
Working inside and outside IR35 – what are your options?
Contractors can work both inside and outside IR35 depending on the contract. We explain how dual working works, and how status is determined in practice.
Umbrella company employment costs and other deductions
If you work via an umbrella company, your payslip will include deductions for ’employment’ costs. Here, we explain these costs are.
Does the length of a contract influence IR35 status?
There is a common misconception that contract duration automatically has a bearing on IR35 status. Here, Martyn Valentine looks at why other factors are more likely to be significant than contract length in determining employment status.
Are online umbrella company reviews trustworthy? What to look out for
If you want to join an umbrella company, chances are you will conduct online research as part of the vetting process. Here, we look at why you should treat online ‘reviews’ with a degree of scepticism.
Why a right of substitution is vital in determining IR35 status
Although a combination of factors will determine whether or not a contractor is caught by IR35, some factors carry more weight than others. Here, Martyn Valentine looks at the vital role the right to substitution plays in determining IR35 status.
Autumn Budget 2024 – All the key points for contractors + expert comments
Following months of speculation, Rachel Reeves finally delivered her first budget this lunchtime. Here we look at the key measures.