HMRC has released a new guide explaining which tax and accounting records contractors should keep, and how long they should keep them for.
(Feb 23, 2010 in
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In March 2008, the Chancellor announced a crackdown on the 'abuse' of loopholes in the double taxation treaties which exist between the UK and other countries. An overview of BN66 in light of the recent Huitson/Montpelier High Court case.
(Jan 29, 2010 in
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HMRC has reminded taxpayers that they need to complete their annual self assessment tax returns online by 31st of January, to avoid paying a penalty.
(Jan 12, 2010 in
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Alongside the return to the old rates of VAT from 1st January, most contractors will also have to get used to filing their returns online from 1st April 2010.
(Jan 4, 2010 in
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Higher earning contractors are being urged to consider tax planning moves in advance of new higher rates of income tax which take effect from 6th April 2010.
(Dec 4, 2009 in
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An overview of Corporation Tax and how it applies to IT contractors working via their own limited companies.
(Nov 24, 2009 in
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If you run a contractor limited company and would like to pay your spouse a salary, you need to consider several factors before setting up the payroll.
(Oct 29, 2009 in
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A summary of the most commonly used HMRC forms used by limited company contractors and their accountants.
(Oct 26, 2009 in
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If you want to keep tabs on all your personal and business tax deadlines, you might like to download a handy PDF summary.
(Oct 20, 2009 in
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If you set up a limited company, you need to inform HMRC of its existence, and register to pay Corporation Tax on company profits.
(Sep 15, 2009 in
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If you are a limited company contractor, you will need to hire a specialist accountant to handle your affairs. What can you expect them to provide for their monthly fee?
(Sep 1, 2009 in
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A useful tool to calculate your post-tax income, depending on your choice of business structure - limited company, umbrella company, or PAYE via a recruitment agency.
(Jul 15, 2009 in
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Limited company contractors should be aware of some key tax and statutory filing deadlines.
(Jun 1, 2009 in
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For limited company contractors, the professional person you are most likely to seek advice from is your accountant. We look at the five things you want to avoid when choosing a contractor accountancy firm.
(May 11, 2009 in
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The 'service company' question on the 2009/10 P35 employer annual return could cause limited company contractors some confusion this year.
(Apr 16, 2009 in
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If you are a limited company contractor, you can claim a modest tax-free sum by filing your employer annual return (P35) online this year - even if your accountant files on your behalf.
(Apr 16, 2009 in
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The latest income tax rates, taxable bands, dividend tax, and National Insurance (NIC) rates for the 2009/10 tax year.
(Apr 5, 2009 in
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Corporation tax rates for the 2009/10 tax year remain unchanged from 2008/9. IT contractor companies will continue to pay 21% on their profits.
(Apr 5, 2009 in
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If you are a limited company contractor, how do your choose the right combination of salary and dividends to maximise your tax savings?
(Apr 1, 2009 in
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Contractors should be aware of the tough new HMRC penalty regime which comes into play from 1st April and applies to errors made on tax returns and related documents.
(Mar 27, 2009 in
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Many recruitment agencies will be dreading the withdrawal of the VAT Staff Hire Concession from 1st April 2009, as the costs to non-VAT registered clients of hiring temporary workers will increase significantly.
(Mar 25, 2009 in
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Form-filling and filing is an everyday part of working as an IT contractor via a limited company. A summary of the key payroll forms - P45, P60, P11D, P35 and self assessment.
(Mar 19, 2009 in
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Overview of the Flat Rate VAT Scheme for IT Contractors.
(Mar 19, 2009 in
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There are some important tax considerations to bear in mind when deciding whether to buy a company car, or claim a mileage allowance for business use of your own car.
(Mar 13, 2009 in
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The different ways contractor companies can account for VAT - the 'standard' VAT accounting, flat rate VAT, annual accounting, and the cash accounting schemes.
(Mar 10, 2009 in
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If you are a limited company shareholder, how do you calculate the personal tax payable on dividends you receive?
(Mar 9, 2009 in
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Value Added Tax guide for IT Contractors. When you should register for VAT, and how to deal with VAT administration.
(Feb 17, 2009 in
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IT contractors are allowed to claim back expenses they have incurred during their business duties. This article looks at some of the most common expenses you might incur as a contractor.
(Feb 11, 2009 in
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Some of the key accounting dates for IT contractor companies, including PAYE/NIC and P11D deadlines.
(Jan 29, 2009 in
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It's time to get those tax returns in again! IT contractors should ensure they submit their forms online and pay any tax owed by the 31st January deadline.
(Jan 5, 2009 in
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In a massively political Pre-Budget Report, the Chancellor delivered his expected cut in VAT, introduced a headline grabbing income tax hike for big earners and deferred another 1p hike in the small companies' corporation tax rate. Income shifting legislation has been delayed once more and there will be no action on the travel expenses tax relief issue.
(Nov 24, 2008 in
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Some contractors might be unaware of new rules which came into play in October 2007 which mean that VAT registered businesses must use unique and sequential numbers for their invoices.
(Oct 30, 2008 in
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Small business owners are being urged to claim all the tax relief they are entitled to from HMRC.
(Oct 30, 2008 in
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IT contractors must register for VAT if their annual turnover reaches the current VAT registration threshold. This article looks at the benefits of becoming VAT registered.
(Sep 3, 2008 in
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Contractors who want to submit a paper return should know that the deadline for submission has been moved forward this year to 31st October 2008.
(Aug 22, 2008 in
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The personal allowance and higher rate tax bands for the 2008/9 tax year have been changed in an attempt to make up for the abolition of the initial tax band following Budget 2008.
(Aug 5, 2008 in
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A look at companies who offer offshore arrangements for IT Contractors, and why you should be careful before signing up to an offshore scheme.
(Jul 30, 2008 in
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The CIOT calls for NIC's and income tax to be aligned, to simplify the small business tax system, and do away with the need for IR35, managed service companies, and much "income shifting".
(Jul 21, 2008 in
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National Insurance guide for IT contractors, including current NIC rates.
(May 21, 2008 in
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The Government has attempted to put right the 10% tax band fiasco by fiddling with the income tax bands to ensure that high earners do not benefit from an increase in the personal allowance.
(May 15, 2008 in
Tax / Accounting
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A leading IT contractor accountancy firm tells us how accounting practices have been forced to change in the face of shifting tax legislation.
(May 13, 2008 in
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An interesting article has been published which looks at the mounting tax pitfalls which exist for owner managed companies.
(May 9, 2008 in
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Good news for any IT Contractors who fill in their own Self Assessment forms each year - the process is set to become a lot easier following a revamp of the current form.
(Apr 14, 2008 in
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Key tax tables including: Income tax rates and allowances, Corporation tax, Inheritance tax, Stamp Duty, National Insurance for the 2008-9 Tax Year
(Mar 25, 2008 in
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How Budget 2008 will affect IT Contractors - Income Shifting delay, Rogue Umbrella Company announcement, CGT taper relief abolition, and changes to Income Tax and National Insurance rates.
(Mar 14, 2008 in
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