IT contractors and Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
If you make money from the disposal of assets, you might have to pay Capital Gains Tax on the proceeds. What is CGT and what are the current CGT rates?
Choose a limited company name — and what to do If you change your mind
If you want to set up as a limited company contractor, there are some things you should look out for when selecting a company name.
Do you have to appoint an accountant for your limited company?
When you set up in business as a limited company contractor, do you have to appoint an accountant? What are the benefits?
Self assessment on limited company dividend income
A contractor recently sent in an question asking whether or not his wife needs to register to fill in a tax return, even though no tax will be payable on her dividend income.
What is an IR35 accountant?
Have so-called 'IR35 accountants' somehow been gifted a silver bullet against IR35, or is this just a marketing phrase?
Umbrella company margins – how much should you pay?
How do umbrella schemes charge for their services, and what should look out for when comparing the fees (margins) charged by different umbrella companies?
Umbrella Company Calculator – calculate your net pay (2025/26)
Our MS Excel Umbrella Company Calculator provides an accurate breakdown of deductions and taxes from your assignment rate. What is your net take home pay?
Relevant Life Insurance – tax efficient cover for limited company owners
Protect your dependants with a relevant life policy—paid by your limited company for significant tax savings of up to 50%.
Off Payroll (IR35) rules – what is the small companies exemption?
The Off Payroll rules came into play for private sector clients in April 2021. An exemption exists if a business meets the definition of a 'small company'.
How does IR35 affect umbrella company employees?
In this article, we look at IR35 and how it affects contractors. Why umbrella companies are the logical choice for contractors caught by the IR35 rules.