In this guide, we explore how umbrella company pensions work, what tax relief is available, and what to look out for when joining a workplace pension scheme. … [more]

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How much will the April 2023 Corporation Tax (25%) hike cost your company?
The Government has confirmed that the Corporation Tax rate will rise to 25% from April 2023, with a system of tapered relief for companies with profits of between £50,000 and £250,000. How much will this new measure cost you? … [more]
Do you need to file a self-assessment tax return as an umbrella company employee?
If you're an employee of an umbrella company, surely you don't have to complete a self-assessment tax return, as your income has already been taxed at source, right? … [more]
Important questions to ask umbrella company providers
If you have decided to join an umbrella company, there are dozens of options out there. Here we look at some important questions to ask potential providers. … [more]
Change your contractor accountant – how to switch firms
As a company director, your accountant is likely to be your most important and trusted source of professional expertise while running your business. But what happens if things go wrong? … [more]
What are the typical duties and responsibilities of a contractor accountant?
If you decide to contract through your own limited company, you'll need to engage an accountancy firm to handle your tax and accounting requirements, unless you're confident in doing it yourself. … [more]
Legal considerations when developing and supplying software as a business
Developing and supplying software as a business requires careful attention to legal considerations to protect the interests of both your business and your customers. … [more]
What to do if your umbrella company goes bust
When an umbrella company goes bust or files for liquidation, hundreds of contractors can be left without pay. This worrying scenario can cause umbrella contractors a great deal of concern, but there are ways to mitigate the problem, by catching the … [more]
Contractor accountants – fees comparison table – updated for 2023
While you shouldn't decide who to hire as your contractor accountant based solely on price — after all, you get what you pay for — it's important to check that what you'll be charged is fair. … [more]
Corporation Tax rise – do you have more than one company?
With the Corporation Tax hike only a few months away, if you have more than one limited company, you need to be aware of new 'Associated Companies' rules, which make things even more complicated. … [more]
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