Need to get on a first contract

[northernladuk]

Might be become a mortgage broker... I wonder if that's any good?

Yep it's great.

[cojak]

Both are correct, but seen some blag their way in and now not doing too badly. Was thinking maybe need a change in direction. But thanks for the views guys. Will not be embarking on this mission just yet I think. Before I read a few books at least.

Might be become a mortgage broker... I wonder if that's any good?

Yes, you might become many things.

And I will be keeping a close eye on you as you progress in your career through CUK...

[stek]

No experience, no real idea about IT, no real skills.

You are born Agent my friend, PM DodgyAgent, he might looking for a new boss.

[J2YSK]

How can I become a mortgage broker?

Dodgy no not me!

Maybe jack of all trades, everyone starts somewhere some get lucky...

[J2YSK]

And what's born agent?

[stek]

And what's born agent?

Sorry, I meant Björn Agent, he's a famous Swedish songwriter and bottom-feeder.

[Bee]

Welcome!

You'll find a lot of answers to your questions within the CUK website.

On the right you'll find CUK Navigation. >>>>>>>>>

Look down and you'll come to the First Timers section. Have a read through there.

Umbrella or Ltd? Look here: Setting up your company - Ltd or Umbrella?

Basic expenses questions answered here: Contractor Expenses - How to claim Travel and other expenses via Limited Company or Umbrella

Then pay particular attention to IR35.

And here are the rules when using company credit cards: http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/payerti/exb/a-z/c/cards.htm

If you go into the Accounting/Legal forum you'll discover the thread Basic advice when running your own contractor business.

Guide to Contracts also has some good articles.

Do you want advice on the state of the contract market for your specialism/location? Have a look at this website; it will answer most if not all of your questions: IT Jobs Watch, Tracking the IT Job Market

And finally - accountant recommendations - Ta-da!

Happy reading!

So kind, i'm impressed.
Strange

[cojak]

This is the Welcome forum. Sockie callouts are not allowed here.

[J2YSK]

Figured out what sockie meant, thanks for whoever called me that... not nice at all.