History of IR35

One of the most potent motivators for humans is money. It has sparked fights, torn families apart, pushed ordinary people to extraordinary actions, and even pushed extraordinary people to [...]

The IR35 Tax and Freelancers

The IR35 tax is a complicated system that can lead to confusion for freelancers and agencies. It’s not a new concept but the rules have changed over the years. For instance, in a recent [...]

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. [...]

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 [...]

HMRC IR35 discussion document – Must Read