Guide to benefits in kind and the P11D form for contractors
If you are an employer, you need to file an annual P11D form for employees who received any benefits in kind from the company during the previous tax year.
What is a director’s loan? – a guide for contractors
You might have heard your accountant mention a “director’s loan account” in your limited company. What does this mean, and should you be concerned about it?
How do you register with an umbrella company?
There are a number of steps to complete when you register with an umbrella company. Here, we explain how each step in the registration process works.
Contractor mortgages – how to get one and how much can you borrow?
How to get the best mortgage deals based on your contract rate alone, by using lenders who understand how contractors operate.
Umbrella companies – what is holiday pay?
As an employee of an umbrella company, you are entitled to receive statutory holiday pay. Here we look at how holiday pay is calculated for contractors.
How can you find umbrella company reviews?
If your scan the web for umbrella company reviews, how do you know if the information you view is legitimate? Here's why you should be cautious.
Income Protection Insurance for IT contractors – in a nutshell
Contractor income protection insurance provides monthly payments if you can't perform your contract dutie due to sickness or injury. How does IP work, and how much does it cost?
Download free IR35 contract templates and example clauses
What is an 'IR35 friendly' contract in reality? Why working practices must match the terms of a contract. Download sample IR35 contract templates.
What is public liability insurance? Guide for IT contractors
An overview of public liability insurance for contractors and small businesses - what it is, and how to get a quote.
How much will a new accountant charge to bring your old accounts up-to-date?
When you join a new contractor accountant, with incomplete accounting records in tow, should the new provider charge you to bring them up-to-date?