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Making your next contractor move: elevate your career with these steps
As we approach middle of the year, you might be reflecting on your contractor accomplishments and looking to set new goals for the rest...

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Jun 27, 20234 min read
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Deciding between hourly rate vs daily rate
When it comes to contractor rates, contractors can charge their time either by the hour or the day. Whether you choose hourly rates or...

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Jun 13, 20234 min read
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Complete guide to making the most of your contracting career
However long you've been contracting, whether you're a seasoned professional or brand new to it, as a contractor, you will want to know...

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Jun 6, 20234 min read
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How umbrella contractors can benefit from salary sacrifice
Every contractor operating through an umbrella company, or considering this route, should know about salary sacrifice. Salary sacrifice...

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May 30, 20234 min read
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How much umbrella holiday pay should you receive?
Every umbrella company contractor is entitled to paid holiday leave. This is due to the fact that they are an employee of their chosen...

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May 23, 20234 min read
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Guide to limited companies for Contractors
Every contractor needs to know what their options are when it comes to how they operate. After all, there are several routes available to...

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May 16, 20234 min read
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Why use an umbrella company?
When it comes to how a contractor operates, they can choose between a limited company, PAYE agency or an umbrella company. One of these...

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May 11, 20234 min read
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How will I be paid through an umbrella company?
For many contractors, choosing to work through an umbrella company is the easiest, most hassle-free way of working that gives them access...

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May 9, 20234 min read
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Top tips for starting out with an umbrella company
Many contractors have made the move to umbrella company contracting in recent times. With changes to IR35 legislation that came into...

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May 2, 20234 min read
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How do the new National Insurance rates impact contractors?
Every contractor operating in the UK will want to know how much they will contribute in National Insurance each month. After all,...

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May 2, 20234 min read
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What does Budget 2023 mean for contractors?
In March 2023 the Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt announced the government's Spring Budget. Within the budget, Hunt stated aims...

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Apr 11, 20234 min read
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Guide to umbrella company expenses
Although umbrella company contractors are employees of their chosen providers, they can still claim back tax relief on certain business...

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Apr 4, 20234 min read
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Umbrella company fees: how much should you pay?
When deciding which umbrella company to work with, the fees they charge will inevitably play an essential role in the decision-making...

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Mar 27, 20234 min read
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How to boost your contractor career in 2023
Whether you're brand new to contracting or have years of experience behind you, now is a great time for contractors to take stock and...

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Mar 22, 20234 min read
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Disadvantages of an umbrella company
Every contractor must choose how they will operate, whether through their limited company, a PAYE agency, or an umbrella company. Whether...

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Mar 20, 20234 min read
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Why work through an umbrella company?
Working through an umbrella company has recently become an increasingly popular option for contractors, with thousands across the UK...

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Mar 13, 20234 min read
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Complete guide to contractor sick pay
One of the many benefits of working through an umbrella company for contractors is that it entitles them to receive statutory benefits....

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Mar 6, 20234 min read
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Choosing an umbrella company in 2023
Suppose you've decided that contracting through an umbrella company is the best option for you this new year. In that case, the next step...

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Feb 27, 20234 min read
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Daily rates vs. hourly rates for contractors explained
One of the decisions contractors must make in their careers is whether they will charge hourly or daily hire rates. After all, this will...

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Feb 20, 20234 min read
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Umbrella company holiday pay complete guide
One of the many advantages of working through an umbrella company for contractors is holiday pay. Umbrella company contractors are...

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Feb 13, 20234 min read
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