Politics and the Future of Umbrella Companies

An umbrella company is a company that employs individuals for a set fee. Many of these companies have a wide range of jobs and do not pay income tax. As such, the UK Umbrella Company Act 2010 is [...]

What Are Expenses?

Expenses are regular payments a business makes towards ongoing business operations. They directly affect a company’s profitability ratio, which measures whether revenues exceed expenses. [...]

The Agency Conduct Regulations

In 2004 the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Business Regulations 2003 was formed, with a goal of imposing a set of minimal standards to which the UK’s private recruitment business [...]

What to Expect From an HMRC PAYE Investigation

Having a sound understanding of how HMRC PAYE works is crucial for the operation of a small business. The main purpose of an investigation is to check whether a business is compliant with the [...]

When is it a good idea to work with an Umbrella Company?

A good place to start if you’re new to contracting is with an Umbrella Company. But what are the advantages and disadvantages of working with an Umbrella Company? In this blog we [...]

What is salary sacrifice?

Salary sacrifice is a terrific method to increase the amount of money you put into your personal pension pot by raising the amount of money you put in each time you are paid. Some umbrella [...]

How to Apply For a Contractor Mortgage

A contractor mortgage is similar to any other mortgage. As a result, the application process is similar to that of a standard one. A free online service connects you with a broker who can guide [...]

A Contractor Salary Calculator From Crystal Choice is IR35 Compliant and Tax Efficient

A contractor salary calculator is an indispensable tool for any aspiring or experienced contractor. Keeping track of your daily earnings can be a difficult task for a new contractor, especially [...]

Benefits of Using an Umbrella Company

Many contractors do not know that they can benefit from using an umbrella company in the UK. It is easy to register, and once you do, you can start earning money within minutes. The payroll [...]

Umbrella Company – Flexible, Tax Efficient, and PAYE Compliant

When you work as an independent contractor, you are likely to use an Umbrella Company, a business structure that provides the same legal protection and tax benefits as a limited company. However, [...]

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