A company secretary helps with the administrative side of running a limited company, supporting directors with their legal duties and day-to-day paperwork. … [more]
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Read the 10-Step Guide →Overdrawn director’s loan accounts: tax risks for contractors
Money taken from a limited company that is not salary or dividends is recorded in the director’s loan account (DLA). And if the balance becomes negative, the director owes the company money, creating an overdrawn director’s loan account. … [more]
2026/27 limited company tax deadlines: never miss a filing date again
If you run a limited company, you must keep on top of several monthly, quarterly and annual filing obligations. Here is a quick summary before we cover each one in detail. … [more]
Articles and Memorandum of Association for contractors
If you want to form a new company, alongside the Companies House application itself (IN01), you must also file Articles and a Memorandum of Association. Here, we explain what these documents are and how to submit them. … [more]
Do I need to hire an accountant for my limited company?
There is no legal obligation to hire an accountant if you're setting up a limited company. However, there are some very good reasons to do so. … [more]
Can you borrow money from your own limited company?
There may be times when 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? … [more]
Calculate the tax cost of buying a car through your limited company (2026/27)
If you buy a car via your own limited company, there are several tax considerations to bear in mind. Read this no-nonsense guide to calculate the tax cost for the 26/27 tax year. … [more]
Networking advice for IT contractors – why keeping in touch is vital
For many IT contractors hearing the word “networking” causes a cold shiver to run down their spines. It conjures up images of stuffy conference rooms, drab food and forced awkward small talk. … [more]
Capital Gains Tax (CGT) explained – rates, exemptions (2026/27)
Capital Gains Tax is charged when you sell or dispose of an asset which has grown in value, and you have made a profit from the sale. Here, we examine how the CGT rules work in practice. … [more]
Are EVs still tax-efficient for limited company contractors in 2026/27?
Most of the traditional tax advantages available to limited company contractors have been reduced over time. Even so, there are still some savings to be had if you are considering an electric car. … [more]
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