Latest Contractor Guides

From skis and sexy PJs, to biscuits and a boat - contractors have tried to claim for all sorts.

IR35 Forum minutes show ‘one-size-fits-all’ has never worked - and now never will.

A tycoon's tax-saving plan isn't a shoo-in for contractor companies looking to wind-up.

Enlisting a recruiter on top of a direct-to-client engagement doesn’t have to be too taxing.

Even lawful ‘bullying’ tactics can render your contract unenforceable – IT lawyer.

How contractors can respond to a regular client who starts paying irregularly, or not at all.

Salary setting, last-minute dividend drawing and other tax year-end considerations. 

Clock is ticking for the self-employed to legally and ethically save tax.

Umbrella company contractors are covered for kit, assuming it’s essential.

Dodging banana skins is more critical when your business and the economy are getting back on its feet.

Act today or join the thousands of homeowners facing steeper repayments tomorrow.

How reform in Brussels could ease the accounting burden on contractors in the UK.

Your options; if end-users tighten up to stop a 'tidal wave' of their clients defecting to you.

IFA: High earning contractors should act now to soften a potential blow on March 21^st.

Despite the outcry, contracting via a PSC is justified - it's up to Osborne to realise it.