As the number of tax planning opportunities available to contractors continues to dwindle, we look at the pros and cons of running buy-to-let investments via a corporate structure. … [more]
Letting out property via your own limited company
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When you’re running your own contracting business, it’s important to get paid promptly by your customers so you can keep your cash flow healthy and ensure your business stays on the right track. … [more]
How much will the April 2016 dividend tax changes cost you?
On April 6th 2016, the dividend tax system was overhauled, resulting in a significant tax hike for most limited company owners. Here we explain how much this new measure will cost you, including a comparison table. … [more]
The benefits of going limited after April 2016
Several significant tax changes are set to take effect from April 2016. Here, a leading accountant explains what the likely impact will be, and why the limited company model remains a smart choice for contractors. … [more]
Is that ‘dream’ contract role too good to be true?
You've just got off the phone, and you're excited. You submitted your CV this morning and you didn't even have to chase the agency for a response; they called you an hour later to say that your skillset and experience is a great match and they would … [more]
Tax avoidance contractors face £200m bill after Tribunal ruling
Thousands of contractors face enormous tax bills after a Tribunal ruled that HMRC could retrospectively tax an Isle of Man based tax avoidance scheme, despite its structure being legal at the time of operation. … [more]
Pre-employment screening – the lowdown
Many clients carry out a series of checks on contractors before offering them a new role. With the help of an expert, we look at what pre-employment screening involves, and how it may affect you. … [more]
What to do with your limited company if you go on a career break
It is not unusual for contractors to take time out, either for an extended holiday, to carry out a period of research and training, or if new work is hard to find. You may even have decided to take a permanent job. So, what should you do with your … [more]
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