Barclays has told its contract workforce that it will no longer engage contractors who operate via limited companies, as a consequence of the forthcoming private sector IR35 off-payroll changes next April. Other firms are taking similar measures. … [more]
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How to cut your accommodation costs as a contractor
If you've decided to take a new contract job away from home, you will have to factor in the cost of accommodation when negotiating rates. But what are the typical costs you will face, and what is the most tax-efficient type of accommodation? … [more]
Closing your company due to the IR35 off-payroll changes? Things to consider
If you decide to cease trading via your limited company following the private sector IR35 changes in April 2020, you should take great care when chosing the best way to exit, as well as the alternative ways to operate as a contractor. … [more]
How the Flat Rate Scheme (FRS) for VAT works
Introduced in 2002, the Flat Rate VAT scheme was put in place to provide smaller businesses with a simpler way of calculating their VAT liabilities. Here, we look at how the scheme works and explain how many contractor companies could pay less tax by … [more]
1,500 GSK contractors accused of IR35 non-compliance
Around 1,500 GlaxoSmithKline contractors have been sent identical letters from HMRC, accusing them of being 'disguised employees' - and therefore subject to the IR35 rules. … [more]
Calculate how IR35 affects net take home pay
If your contract work is caught by IR35, your tax bill will rise considerably. Here, we use our IR35 calculator to work out the financial impact on contractors earning between £250 and £1000 per day. … [more]
Contracting and dealing with late payment problems
Poor cash flow management has always been the number one reason why businesses of all size fail. Like other business owners, contractors can also suffer significant financial difficulties if a client fails to pay on time. … [more]
Is it worth keeping your limited company if caught by the IR35 off-payroll rules?
If you are caught by the off-payroll IR35 rules, you may decide that there is no point keeping your limited company active. However, this isn't necessarily the case, as a leading accountant explains. … [more]
Expert FAQ – are you ‘inside’ or ‘outside’ IR35?
The basics of IR35 should be understood by everyone in the contracting community at a fundamental level, as the rules have such a profound impact on take-home pay if you are caught. Here, an expert answers our questions on employment status - does … [more]
Draft private sector IR35 legislation published – industry concerns ignored
The draft legislation which will make the off-payroll private sector IR35 rules law in April 2020 has been published today. With few amendments made, it disregards the concerns expressed by respondents to the recent consultation. … [more]
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