Depreciation is the accounting term for the devaluation of assets over time. Here we look at how any assets you may buy (such as a new server or PC) are treated for tax purposes in your company accounts.

A guide to National Insurance for IT contractors. How NI works, and the prevailing rates and thresholds for employees’ and employers’ NICs.

The end of the tax year is fast approaching, which means you may be thinking about making a few resolutions to help you run your business better over the next 12 months.

Keeping accurate accounting records is an essential task for every successful contractor. Not only can you ensure that you stay on the right side of the taxman, but you should also be able to see exactly what your financial situation is at any moment in time.

There are many reasons why a company cannot pay its bills. Sadly, many times this is due to directors’ taking out more money than is available to them, which can lead to HMRC penalties and fines. So, what happens if you’ve accidentally draw down too much of your company’s money?

There may be times where you need to borrow money from your own limited company, or you may have unintentionally done so whilst drawing down funds. What are the tax implications of doing so?

If you’re a limited company director, or receive additional income upon which tax is due, you’ll need to complete a tax return each year. How to register for self-assessment, pay your tax liabilities, and avoid penalties.

The PAYE (Pay-As-You-Earn) system collects income tax and National Insurance liabilities from employees’ earnings. Here we look at how PAYE works for contractors, and how to set up your company payroll.

When your company declares a dividend, the proceeds must be split equitably, according to the the number of shares each shareholder owns at the time. In some cases, it may be possible for one or several shareholders to ‘waive’ their rights to receive a dividend. Here we look at what dividend waivers involve, and why […]