As a would-be IT contractor, one of your first tasks is to decide which business structure to work under, either a limited or an umbrella company. … [more]
Limited or Umbrella Company – which is best?
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IT contractors and VAT – what it is, how to register, avoid penalties
Value Added Tax is a tax on most goods and services in the UK. If you're setting up a limited company, chances are you will also register for VAT. Here is our guide to VAT: what it is, how to register, how to de-register, and how to avoid penalties. … [more]
How does an umbrella company work? 10-step walkthrough + examples
Umbrella companies have flourished over the past decade in the UK, and can offer a ‘hassle free’ business structure to operate under for many contractors. Here, with a 10-step walkthrough, we explain how umbrella companies work in practice. … [more]
Dividend vouchers & board meeting minutes – template downloads
When a company's directors declare a dividend, two documents must be produced - board meeting minutes and a dividend voucher for each shareholder. … [more]
Setting up a limited company – 10 essential steps to take
If you want to set up a limited company in 2023, here are ten essential things you need to know in advance. … [more]
What are umbrella company margins?
As an umbrella employee, you will see an entry for your provider's 'margin' on your payslips. Here we explain what an umbrella company's margin is, and how much it will typically set you back. … [more]
Is your company’s Christmas party tax deductible?
As a limited company owner, you may feel that the tax system does you few favours. However, all is not lost, as there is still one benefit available to contractors each year - albeit a small one. … [more]
IR35 status – what is the Mutuality of Obligation (MOO)?
One of the most important employment status factors is the mutuality of obligation. Here we explain what 'MOO' means in the context of the IR35 legislation. … [more]
Self-assessment – what are payments on account?
Payments on accounts are part of the self-assessment process and mean that you have to pay your next year's income tax liabilities in advance, based on the amount you owed on your last tax return. … [more]
Umbrella company fees – the lowdown on costs
If you are considering joining an umbrella company, you need to be able to accurately compare the fees charged by different providers. … [more]
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