Introduction to Paperwork requirements for a Contractor. Generally speaking, if you choose to run your own limited company you will have far more administration to do than if you go down the umbrella company route.
In general terms, CIS is about how much tax has to be paid in the construction industry. HMRC have certain rules which must be adhered to by contractors and subcontractors. Oriel Contractors are experts in this field and fully understand the complex legislation surrounding CIS.
A recruitment agent will look for reasons to chuck your CV out and not call you for an interview. You've got about ten seconds before the agent hits the ‘delete' button. This is because for the average contract position advertised several hundred applicants will send their CV through.
Helps, tips and techniques for contractors to land that new contract role.
Articles and comments on the mortgage market and how contractors can take advantage of special deals.
Articles and comments on the pension market and how contractors can take advantage of special deals.
Employment trends and comments in respect of contract availability.
Contractor lifestyles, relationships and personal experiences.
Contractor lifestyles, relationships and personal experiences.
News from featured umbrella companies.
In a hurry? Don't have time to read the all the paperwork you've received from your umbrella company? Well, don't worry! JMK Group UK has compiled some handy articles all about umbrella companies, so contractors can quickly understand life as a contractor, umbrella companies and get ahead of the rest of the pack.
JMK Group UK's Quick Guide to Umbrella Companies is a must read for all contractors.
Income Protection for contractors can provide a tax free monthly income to protect your current lifestyle if you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
IR35 may affect your earnings and it should be a factor in deciding whether you form your own limited company or work through a PAYE umbrella company.
Umbrella companies were developed in line with the needs of modern day contractors - who were fed up with doing a full days contracting work then having to sit in front of their computers all night filling in spreadsheets and forms.
Recruitment agency's responsibilities and how their relationships with contractors and umbrella companies.
Do you really know why some umbrella companies are better than others? And why do umbrella companies all seem to do things differently to one another? Find out what an umbrella company can do for you and how to get the most from your umbrella company without paying over the odds.
You've heard about 'claiming expenses' from your umbrella company, it's difficult to avoid it in all the advertising & marketing of many umbrella companies. But, what are 'business expenses' and what will your umbrella company allow you to claim for as a business expense?
Comments and articles about international contracting.
Does your umbrella company speak to you using strange industry jargon? Do you know what your umbrella company is talking? Excellium Umbrella has compiled a handy guide called ‘Glossary of Umbrella Company Terms' for all contractors who use an umbrella company. Get it straight, be clear and don't be confused by your umbrella company. Excellium Umbrella respects their clients and don't use any jargon, only speaking in clear & plain English at all times.
Starting out as a contractor and deciding whether to use the services of an umbrella company or set up your own limited company can be bewildering. Excellium Umbrella has compiled some useful articles for first time contractors, which guide them through the key issues and explains everything a contractor needs to know about umbrella companies.
There's so much to pick up when you start out with an umbrella company including industry jargon & terminology. What does it all mean? Help! If you're joining an umbrella company there's a few things you'll need to understand. Don't panic, Excellium Umbrella have listed the top questions contractors have asked and answer them in plain English.
Understanding the basics of an umbrella company. Excellium Umbrella guide contractors through the sometimes confusing world of contracting: ‘How to approach an umbrella company and everything you ever need to know about contractor umbrella companies.'
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