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IT Contractor Umbrella Company Guides

IT Contractors typically work through limited companies, or use umbrella company schemes. This section explains how umbrella companies work, and how to choose between a limited company or umbrella company. Also latest updates on the recent HMRC clampdown on rogue umbrella companies. You can also access our list of all the leading contractor umbrella companies.

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Some contractor umbrella companies misleading over expense dispensations
Contractor umbrella company operators who imply they can secure higher than normal expense dispensations are misleading contractors, says a industry expert.

What is an IT contractor umbrella company?
What are contractor umbrella companies, how they operate, and how to go about choosing a reputable umbrella company.

Contractor Umbrella Company Listings
An alphabetical listing of many of the UK's leading contractor umbrella companies.

IT Contractor umbrella company expenses claim tips
IT Contractors a can alleviate financial stresses by maximising their income and making the most of their work expenses, advises a contractor umbrella provider.

PCG - cautious welcome to HMRC rogue umbrella company clampdown
The PCG has said that it is cautiously pleased to see that HMRC have announced its intention to clamp down on rogue contractor umbrella companies.

HMRC cracks down on contractor umbrella scheme dispensations
HMRC have waged war on contractor umbrella companies who have been abusing dispensations.

Contractor Umbrella receives Sunday Times award
An IT Contractor Umbrella Company has been ranked in the Sunday Times Top 100 List for sales growth.

Umbrella Supermarket - contractor umbrella comparison site launched
Umbrella Supermarket, a new contractor umbrella comparison site has been launched to help contractors choose from a bewildering array of umbrella offerings.

Contractor Umbrella Companies - Myths and Facts
Many "myths" and "facts" surround IT contractor umbrella company schemes. One leading provider aims to get rid of the myths with a dedicated section on its website

How an Umbrella Company Works
An umbrella company acts as your employer, for tax purposes, when you undertake a contract with an employment agency or a client. An overview of IT Contractor umbrella companies.

Limited or Contractor Umbrella Company? Making the right choice
Simon Dolan, MD of SJD Accountancy, explains how making the right choice between a limited and umbrella company can affect your take home pay.

IT Contractor Umbrella Schemes - An Overview
An overview of IT Contractor Umbrella Companies - the alternative to setting up your own limited company.