How to set up a limited company as a contractor – comprehensive guide
Complete non-nonsense guide to forming a limited company as a contractor. Covers naming, directors, duties, Companies House, certificates, and next steps.
Choosing a contractor accountant: 10 steps to take
Finding the right accountant is one of the most important decisions when you start contracting. Follow these 10 steps to make the right choice.
Business bank accounts for contractors: setup, fees and free options
Opening a business bank account is essential for contractors. Our guide explains setup, fees, and the best free options, including Tide and Zempler.
How to invoice agencies and clients as a contractor + free template
What to include on contractor invoices, how self-billing works, and your statutory rights on late payments. Includes a free Word invoice template.
How to register with an umbrella company (and switch if you’re not happy)
Learn how to register with an umbrella company and what’s involved if you switch providers. Steps, documents, contracts, pitfalls and tips included.
Company strike-off: can you extract profits tax efficiently?
If you are considering closing down the company you have used for contracting, we look at how any remaining profits can be extracted in a tax efficient way.
Does my limited company have to appoint a secretary?
Find out if your limited company needs a secretary, what the role involves, and how to appoint or remove one. Includes FAQs.
Income shifting and the settlements legislation for small companies
Guide to the UK settlements legislation and income shifting rules, from the historic Section 660 to the Arctic Systems case and current HMRC challenges.
Contract rates: how much will you earn as an IT contractor
How to work out what IT contract rate you can charge, and where to find average IT contract rate data online. It's harder to source than you'd think!
Corporation tax – guide for limited company contractors
An overview of Corporation Tax, what the current CT rates are, and how it applies to limited company contractors.