What HMRC umbrella company guidance is available?
HMRC has published several pieces of guidance to help contractors, freelancers and industry stakeholders understand how compliant umbrella companies should work.
IR35 and Off-Payroll explained – a simple beginner’s guide
What is IR35 and Off Payroll, exactly? And how much tax will you pay if you are caught? In our simple guide to IR35, we explain everything!
How many IT contractors are there in the UK currently?
From our experience of the contracting industry since 1998, we estimate that the total number of IT contractors is likely to be around the 100,000 mark.
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How to deal with late payment problems as a limited company contractor
An overview of the late payment legislation and some proactive steps you can take to maximise the chances of getting your invoices paid on time.
IR56 – are you employed or self-employed?
An overview of the HMRC's 'IR56' definitions of employment and self employment, which help determine if a contract is subject to the IR35 rules.
Do you need employers liability insurance as an IT contractor?
An overview of employers liability insurance for contractors, what the legal requirements are, and how to get an EL insurance quote.
IR35 insurance – tax investigation cover for contractors
IR35 insurance will cover the professional costs of any tax investigation, and even any tax and NI liabilities you owe following an HMRC enquiry.
What is the financial impact of IR35 on IT contractors?
There is s significant difference in the tax treatment of IT contractors whose contracts fall either inside, or outside, the IR35 rules.
What hourly or daily rate can I earn as an IT contractor?
How to work out what hourly contract rate you need to achieve in order to secure your target annual gross income.