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

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

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

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?

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

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.

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

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

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'.

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

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

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

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.

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

Taxman says no to delaying £42million worth of VAT payments.

Choosing agencies to deal with, getting the rate you want and preferred suppliers.

Tax expert helps a non-VAT freelancer being told off over invoices.

Six years on, the agency regs are still stumping new and expanding IT contractors.

Advice for IT contractors if agents refuse to make contracts more IR35-friendly.

Expert tips for an overseas IT contractor paying 40% to the local taxman.