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Counting the true cost of a contractor umbrella company – contractor checklist
Contractors can use Contractor Calculator’s checklist to spot the hidden costs in advertised umbrella company fees.
�been post-2000. That was when the implications of IR35 began to sink in, leading to a mushrooming of ‘ne� �convenient trading solution whilst they decide if contracting is a lifestyle choice for them, or those consider� �ll print to see that they are offering employment contracts. That is one of many checks contractors should ma� �ms actually apply to their personal situation and contract. If the umbrella is advertising its services as f�
Category: Articles: Contractor umbrellas companies | Tue, 08 May 2018

Contractor Doctor: I can’t pay my tax bill to HMRC – what are my options?
Contractors who have spent the money put by to pay their company’s tax liabilities may be facing liquidation, explains Mike Simister of Lines Henry.
�age of 15%, assuming they were previously outside IR35. This in turn may mean the contractor cannot affo� �start a new limited company and get on with their contracting career. ‘D reports’ on the conduct of contractor� �by, might have an extended period of time between contracts. With no income and the same outgoings, they choo� �much of the last 18 months on the bench without a contract. As a result, I was forced to use all my savings�
Category: Articles: Contractor Doctor Q+A | Thu, 01 Aug 2013

Tax efficient distribution of contractor funds using members’ voluntary liquidation
Contractors closing a limited company with cash in excess of £50,000 can use a members’ voluntary liquidation (MVL) to extract funds tax efficiently.
�at any risks associated with the company, such as IR35 or claims from clients, are minimised. Alternativ� �ontractors to consider exit strategies from their contracting business well before the end of their company’s l�
Category: Articles: Limited Companies | Thu, 31 Jan 2013

Using recruitment agencies to hire contractors
Agencies can remove much of the burden of finding and hiring contractors from a client and can also add value, explains Ashley Cooper of Parc Ellis.
�lations and opt-outs , debt transfer provisions , IR35 and other tax legislation, plus employment rights� �hen look online and find the agencies advertising contracts like the one you want to advertise. Pick two or t� �tinues Cooper. “And transparency when it comes to contract rates is vital. No-one expects an agency not to h�
Category: Articles: Hiring Contractors | Tue, 24 Nov 2009

Recession is leading skilled workers into dream contracting careers
Many workers are finding that the recession is the best thing that ever happened to them, as they embark on their dream careers as contractors.
�reds of thousands, we’ve seen thousands taking up contracting as their next career move,” explains Chaplin. As� �lls are unlikely to be enough to get you the best contracts and keep you in work when you want it, warns Chap� �s , negotiation techniques and a little bit about contract law .” Taking stock Chaplin, who in addition to b�
Category: Articles: Other | Mon, 01 Jun 2009

Contractor guide to the Bribery Act 2010: client hospitality and incentives
Contractors operating in the UK with reputable clients are unlikely to be affected by the Bribery Act and can continue to offer clients hospitality.
�by the contractor’s limited company. However, in contracting terms, for the vast majority of one or two person�
Category: Articles: Other | Fri, 29 Apr 2011

HMRC VAT inspection - preparation and process
How to prepare and what to expect when HMRC conduct a VAT inspection
�chase invoices All supporting documentation, e.g. contracts, correspondence, etc. Bank statements Your VAT ce�
Category: Articles: Tax Issues | Wed, 10 May 2006

What tax code should I be on? How UK tax codes work
UK tax codes tell contractors how much tax they are paying. Limited company contractors control their tax code but it is set for umbrella contractors.
�ly, when a contractor leaves their last job to go contracting they will be given a P45 by their former employer�
Category: Articles: Tax Issues | Tue, 10 Mar 2015

Onshore Employment Intermediaries reporting rules: contractor obligations
Contractors must supply personal data to agencies for the Onshore Employment Intermediaries reporting rules: those that subcontract are also caught.
�s say that one person limited company contractors contracting direct with the client don’t have to submit repor� �ed in the return of the intermediary that has the contract with the end client.” Furthermore: “If a personal�
Category: Articles: Tax Issues | Thu, 16 Apr 2015

Contractor guide to optimising VAT and the Flat Rate Scheme when starting out
Contractors can time their VAT and Flat Rate Scheme (FRS) registration to optimise VAT recovery when starting up, says James Abbott of Abbott Moore.
�mise their VAT recovery when first starting their contracting careers. “ Limited company contractors should tim�
Category: Articles: Tax Issues | Tue, 13 May 2014