Here you can access hundreds of concise guides covering every aspect of contracting, including: making the move from permanent work to contracting, how to find new contract jobs, choosing between an umbrella or limited company, and understanding the tax system.
Starting Out
These articles will guide you through your first steps as you leave the permanent world behind. Find out more >
Life / Work
Some practical ways to streamline your contracting life, and increase your chances of finding work. Find out more >
Tax / Accounts
Concise guides to all the taxes you'll encounter as a contractor, and how to manage your company accounts. Find out more >
Expenses
How different business costs are treated for tax purposes, and what you can legitimately claim for. Find out more >
IR35
How to ensure that your contract work is not caught by the notorious IR35 legislation. Find out more >
Business Structures
The pros and cons of contracting via your own limited company vs. using an umbrella company. Find out more >
Your Money
How to make the most of your hard-earned contracting income, and invest wisely for the future. Find out more >
Calculators
Find out how much company and personal tax you will pay on your contracting income. Find out more >
Insurance
Guides to the main types of business insurance cover, which is surprisingly affordable, and essential. Find out more >
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