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Sep 11, 20244 min read
How to Retire Early as a Contractor
In this guide, Umbrella Search outlines our top tips to help every contractor plan for the future and aim for early retirement.Â
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Umbrella Search
Aug 1, 20245 min read
How to Supercharge Your Contracting Career
Contractors are individuals who perform jobs on a contractual basis and by default are not classed as permanent employees. This can mean...
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Umbrella Search
Jul 18, 20244 min read
Smart Financial Strategies for Successful Contractors
Contracting can be a highly rewarding career path with many contractors being in control of their own career progression, enjoying...
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Umbrella Search
Apr 18, 20244 min read
What expenses can umbrella company contractors claim?
With different rules for contractors that are self-employed and those that work through an umbrella provider, it can be a tricky task to...
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Umbrella Search
Apr 11, 20244 min read
How does an umbrella company work?
An umbrella provider is a company that contractors can work through rather than setting up their own limited company. If you are a...
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Umbrella Search
Apr 4, 20244 min read
What are the disadvantages of using an umbrella company?
Thousands of contractors opt to work through an umbrella company in the UK. So why has this become such a popular option for contractors?...
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Umbrella Search
Mar 28, 20245 min read
How to conduct a financial review for contractors
With recent Budget news at the forefront of contractors' minds, many will be looking to review their financial situation. This is a...
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Umbrella Search
Mar 19, 20246 min read
Top 10 Ideas for Easter Break Activities for Contractors
Navigating holiday pay and maximising the Easter break downtime presents unique opportunities for freelancers and contractors working...
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Umbrella Search
Mar 18, 20244 min read
How does the 2024 Spring Budget impact contractors?
Every contractor will want to know how the measures announced in the Spring 2024 budget by Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt will...
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Umbrella Search
Mar 7, 20244 min read
How to make the move from limited company to umbrella
In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the nuances of moving from from operating as a limited company to working under an umbrella...
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Umbrella Search
Feb 8, 20244 min read
Is it worth using an umbrella company?
With the new year upon us contractors may be taking stock and planning the year ahead. For thousands of contractors, the question of...
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Umbrella Search
Feb 1, 20244 min read
Myths about umbrella companies debunked
At Umbrella Search, we know that there are plenty of myths surrounding working with an umbrella company out there. To help you cut...
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Umbrella Search
Jan 18, 20244 min read
Essential Factors to Consider when Choosing an Umbrella Company
Professionals are turning to umbrella companies as a flexible and convenient solution for managing their finances in the rapidly evolving...
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Umbrella Search
Jan 11, 20244 min read
Umbrella company statutory benefits explained
There are several reasons contractors chose the umbrella company route over PAYE agency or limited company. One of these reasons is...
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Umbrella Search
Dec 7, 20234 min read
How much does an umbrella company cost?
Many contractors across the UK opt to work through an umbrella company in order to avoid the stresses that come with contracting through...
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Umbrella Search
Nov 8, 20234 min read
Contractor's guide to umbrella company expenses
Whatever industry you operate in, every contractor wants to ensure they are being tax efficient and are claiming back tax-deductible...
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Umbrella Search
Aug 9, 20234 min read
Finding the best umbrella company
In the dynamic landscape of contemporary employment, we are entering a new era marked by flexibility and autonomy. With the surge of...
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Umbrella Search
Aug 2, 20234 min read
Top tips for securing contract work in 2023
In this guide Umbrella Search explains how contractors can secure contract work in 2023
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Umbrella Search
Jul 31, 20234 min read
Understanding umbrella take home pay
Many contractors opt to use the services of an umbrella company. After all, setting up your own limited company is a significant...
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Umbrella Search
Jul 26, 20234 min read
Umbrella or PAYE? Which one you should choose
In this guide Umbrella Search explains everything contractors need to know about Switching from umbrella to PAYE
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