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Expenses aid for an IT contractor whose expectations about contract length are prone to change.

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25th May, 2010 | Umbrella Companies

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cukAdmin
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An overview of the different options available to you and advice on the best way forward.

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24th May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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Expert aid on the 24-month rule for an IT contractor going 'Ltd' to supply a previous employer.

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24th May, 2010 | Expenses

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cukAdmin
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Advisor helps an IT contractor seeking a grant from his dissolved company to pay his debts.

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23rd May, 2010 | Limited Companies

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cukAdmin
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An umbrella company and a limited company each represent two of the most common business structures that contractors use. But, which one is the best option for you?

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23rd May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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Once you have secured your first contract role, agreed a rate and a start date, a contract needs to be signed...

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22nd May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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Congratulations! You've done the hard bit. We now need to consider IR35. Click here for our guide, together with details of how to get your contract expertly reviewed.

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21st May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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2001 saw with the introduction of the now famous IR35, more politely called the "Intermediaries legislation."

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20th May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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A brief overview of how these laws affect you as a contractor.

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19th May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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To put it simply... If you are working through a limited company, you will pay yourself a monthly salary (many take a small salary). Those caught by IR35 will pay themselves a 'deemed salary'.

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18th May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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Tax tips for an IT contractor planning to drain his company of leftover cash.

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18th May, 2010 | Limited Companies

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cukAdmin
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There are various insurances that you might need, but Professional Indemnity is the must have for most contractors these days.

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17th May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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Tax tips for an out-of-pocket freelancer stuck on his client's claims about VAT in Europe.

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16th May, 2010 | VAT

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cukAdmin
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If you have decided to trade through your own Limited Company then you really ought to have an accountant to help you with the various forms, obligations, taxes etc.

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16th May, 2010 | First Timers

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cukAdmin
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More contractors climbing on the property ladder isn't just good for the economy.

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13th May, 2010 | Money

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cukAdmin