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    • How to compare umbrella companies: 20 things to consider
    • Contractor umbrella company fees – how much do they charge?
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    • Do you have to appoint an accountant for your limited company?
    • Your company annual accounts – the basics, and filing deadlines
    • Top 10 Contractor Accountants (2025)
  • Tax
    • What is the most tax-efficient director’s salary in 2025/26?
    • Corporation tax – guide for limited company contractors
    • Limited company tax basics for contractors
    • What are limited company dividends and how are they taxed?
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19th June 2025
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.
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Security clearance guide for IT contractors – what you need to know in 2025

19th June 2025
Why security clearance is needed, how to obtain it, the different levels, typical timeframes, and practical considerations for IT contractors.
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Contractor vs freelancer – which one are you (and why It matters)?

18th June 2025
Freelancer or contractor? Learn the key differences in structure, tax, and IR35 – and which model suits your work style best.
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Contract renewals: should you push for a rate increase?

18th June 2025
When your IT contract comes up for renewal, should you ask for a higher rate? Learn how 2025 market conditions and IR35 affect your chances.
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The best online accountancy software for contractors

15th June 2025
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.
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Limited or umbrella company – which is best for contractors?

14th June 2025
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.
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How to make charitable donations via your limited company

4th June 2025
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.
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10 essential self assessment tips for limited company directors

28th May 2025
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.
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Taking a break – how to make your limited company ‘dormant’

23rd May 2025
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.
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