What are limited company dividends and how are they taxed?
A guide to dividends for contractors. How much income you draw down as dividends, when to distribute them, and what paperwork you need to complete.
Security clearance guide for IT contractors – what you need to know in 2025
Why security clearance is needed, how to obtain it, the different levels, typical timeframes, and practical considerations for IT contractors.
Contractor vs freelancer – which one are you (and why It matters)?
Freelancer or contractor? Learn the key differences in structure, tax, and IR35 – and which model suits your work style best.
Contract renewals – Should you ask for a contract rate increase?
Once you have been in a contract for a while, you may be offered an extension. How to tell if this is a good time to negotiate a contract rate increase.
The best online accountancy software for contractors
With so many products available, how do you know which accounting software is best for your contracting business? Our quick guide offers a few key pointers.
Limited or umbrella company – which is best for contractors?
Which trading structure should you use when you work as an IT contractor? We look at pros and cons of working via a limited company vs. an umbrella.
Company formation – the Certificate of Incorporation
When you set up a new company, you will get a Certificate of Incorporation, which you may be asked to produce at various stages in your business life.
How to make charitable donations via your limited company
How charitable donations work from a company’s perspective, what the tax implications are, and how to make sure you keep on the right side of HMRC.
10 essential self assessment tips for limited company directors
Limited company director? You probably need to file a Self Assessment tax return. Here are 10 tips to help you get it right for the 2024/25 tax year.
Taking a break – how to make your limited company ‘dormant’
There may be a time when you want to take a break from contracting or other business activity, whilst keeping your limited company in an 'inactive' state.