As a contractor, protecting your business is a top priority (as well as cashflow and bookkeeping, of course). While many focus on delivering quality work and managing client relationships, one area that often gets overlooked is having the right insurance in place. We’ve gone over the essential types of insurance every contractor should consider. These […]
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Individuals with non-traditional job statuses often encounter unequal treatment from lenders because of their unconventional income sources, and it’s unfair. For freelancers, independent contractors, and the self-employed, gaining a mortgage and remortgaging might seem more complex due to the lack of a typical income stream. Nonetheless, there are mortgage options that can be customised to
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As a limited company director, you’ll need to keep on top of your bookkeeping and personal tax obligations for legal compliance and your own financial health. We are now into the fifth month of the financial year, which runs from April 6, 2024 to April 5, 2025. Do you know where you stand in terms
Limited company directors: Do you know how much personal tax you incurred for 2024/25? Read More »
The financial process known as ‘cash projection’ or ‘cashflow forecasting’ entails estimating forthcoming cash coming in and going out during a set timeframe. While essential for businesses across the board, is it especially advantageous for small businesses and contractors? There are benefits and possible hurdles of cash projection for these demographics. Determining its viability for
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A P11D is the form used to report benefits in kind paid to directors and employees which have not been subject to PAYE tax. In this article we’ll look in detail at what you need to know.
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Each year when your personal tax return is prepared, if your tax liability is more than £1,000 and more than 80% of your income isn’t taxed at source then payments on account will be due.
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Payments on account are advance payments towards your tax bill, based on your liability in the last tax year.
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