Budget 2020: What did it mean for contractors?
Today’s Budget included confirmation that IR35 reforms would go ahead. Here’s our summary of the key features of the Budget.
Pay Into Your Pension With Our Umbrella
Did you know, if you switch to our Umbrella, you can continue to contribute to your personal pension scheme or SIPP? That means you can use our Umbrella without having to change any of the plans you’ve made for your retirement.
IR35 Reforms & Contracting for an International Business
Here we explain the government’s latest IR35 announcement which affects contractors working for international businesses.
FREE UMBRELLA FOR OUR PSC CLIENTS
Enjoy the best of both worlds. Toggle between PSC and Umbrella with our easy-to-use service. What’s more, if we look after your PSC, you can use our Umbrella for free.
Think Twice Before You Close Your PSC
If you are affected by the IR35 reforms, you will need to consider whether to continue to operate or close your PSC. While the reforms are not due to come into effect until April 6th, we are already seeing a number of large companies, particularly in the banking sector, announcing their intention to treat all…
LISTEN AGAIN TO OUR IR35 WEBINAR
Listen to our webinar for contractors. Here we explain the new IR35 rules and provide advice and information to help you prepare.
What is classified as ‘goods’ when determining if you are a limited cost business after 1 April 2017?
One of the most frequently asked questions from our clients on the VAT flat rate change for a limited cost business is: “what is counted as ‘goods’ when determining if they need to use the higher rate of 16.5%?” According to HMRC guidance, ‘goods’ are movable items or materials exclusively used in your limited cost…
Annual Christmas Party Expenses for Contractors
As we are now weeks away from Christmas, and the holiday season is in full swing, we cover the most common queries about festive and annual event deductible expenses. Annual Christmas party as deductible expenses Your limited company can claim its festive or annual party as deductible expenses for corporation tax purposes. The cost…
K&B Christmas Party: we made it a December to remember!
We decided to end the year on a festive note by hosting a contractor Christmas Party for K&B clients and partners on Monday evening. It was great to see so many contractors turn up for a chance to mingle with our team and network with fellow contractors whilst enjoying the vibrant atmosphere. Christmas drinks at…
Summary of Coronavirus Help for Contractors
Last night the Chancellor unveiled a package of measures aimed at helping the self-employed during the Coronavirus pandemic. Here we summarise what this means for contractors.
Contracting in the Public Sector: Limited Company, Umbrella or Agency Payroll?
Since the public sector reform in April 2017, we are still asked frequently by public sector contractors if they should continue using their own limited company or switch to an umbrella. The answer very much depends on each individual’s circumstances thus we would strongly encourage contractors to speak to us for tailored advice. Nonetheless, we…
HMRC wins first IR35 case in seven years against former BBC presenter Christa Ackroyd
Former BBC presenter, Christa Ackroyd has lost her legal battle with HMRC and is now facing a fine of £419,151 in outstanding income tax and national insurance contributions covering tax years: 2006/07 to 2012/13. This ruling made by the first tier tribunal (FTT) was based on the judgement that despite Ackroyd working through a PSC…