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Fees in the Mortgage Process

We’ve already spoken about the steps self-employed workers should take in order to make the process of getting a mortgage…

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IR35 reforms for private sector – consultation released

Businesses to be responsible for sorting out status disputes, notes Larsen Howie’s new Head of Tax Andy Vessey. A little…

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Brexit: What could it mean for contractors and freelancers?

As the Brexit debate rumbles on in Parliament and the UK seems no closer to clarity on what Brexit will…

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Choosing an Accountant

For contractors juggling busy work schedules, complex contracts and irregular payments, good accountants can be worth their weight in gold.…

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The Slinky principle: When is the right time to expand your recruitment business?

A guest blog from Boomerang’s Paul Dewick: Remember Slinky’s? They were essentially a long, very flexible spring that you placed…

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10 things you might not know about self-assessment

It’s that time of year again! As every contractor and freelancer knows, January is the time to get those accounts…

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Self-employment in retirement

65 is the new 35, and many of us are finding that we’re not quite ready to stop working when…

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The future of self-employment

At Kingsbridge, we work predominantly with contractors and freelancers, who still make up a large number of self-employed people in…

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Contracting mistakes: Why it pays to have the right cover in place

We’ve written many times on these pages in the past about the importance of having insurance in place. Whether you’re…

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GDPR for contractors and freelancers: have you missed anything?

We’ve updated our privacy policy. Before you chuck your laptop or tablet across the room, don’t worry – we’re just…

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How to be a more environmentally conscious contractor or freelancer

Whether it’s banning baby wipes, putting a tax on plastic bottles or Iceland removing plastic packaging and palm oil from…

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Everything a Contractor Needs to Know About IR35

IR35. Two letters. Two numbers. It might not seem like much, but it should be at the forefront of any…

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How have IR35 reforms affected contracting?

It’s been almost a year since the UK government’s controversial reforms to IR35 in the public sector and, with rumours…

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Top tips for organising your home office

As a contractor or freelancer, particularly if you’re a freelancer, you’ll spend a fair amount of time working from your…

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GDPR: What does it Mean for Contractors?

Cyber-attacks have become more prevalent than ever in the last 12 months. A recent report from the National Cyber Security…

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Practical tips for contractors and freelancers preparing for the end of the tax year

We know it doesn’t seem like much time has passed between the end of the last tax year and the…

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It`s time to get that Self-Assessment in!

It’s a job nobody wants to tackle, but if you’re a contractor who submits your Self-Assessment online, then the deadline…

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How to enjoy time off at Christmas as a contractor or freelancer

The freelance sector is booming. As of January this year, according to the Professional Contractors Group, in the UK alone…

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7 must-have gifts for the freelancer in your life

What do you get someone who works for themselves? If you’re looking for a gift that offers productivity or practicality…

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Making the Transition – Moving from Permanent to Contracting

Making the switch from a secure, permanent position to the world of contracting is a big step, and one that…

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Enhance your profitability as a freelancer with these 4 tips

We’ve put together these four tips to help you increase your profitability as a freelancer. Read on! Build a digital…

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Hidden costs you`ll need to consider as a freelancer

If you’re considering becoming a freelancer, regardless of the industry, there’s likely to be some hidden costs you might not…

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Increase in Cyber Attacks Continues

We’ve spoken about the prevalence of cyber attacks on these pages before. As we become ever more reliant on digital…

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4 must-know tips from seasoned freelancers

If you’re new to freelancing or contracting and you’re after some advice from seasoned professionals then today’s your lucky day! We…

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4 things no one tells you about becoming a freelancer

Thinking of taking your career into your own hands? If you’re toying with the idea of becoming a contractor or…

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The Cost of Setting Out

If you’re a setting out engineer it’s more than likely you’ve seen a rise in your insurance premiums recently (or,…

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5 Tax Planning Tips for Contractors and Freelancers

As a contractor or freelancer, just hearing the word tax can fill you with panic – but there’s really nothing…

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Avoiding rail havoc: remote working

Whether you choose to drive or use public transport, one thing you can’t ignore is the havoc caused by engineering…

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Don`t forget the online self-assessment tax return deadline!

The deadline for your online self-assessment tax return is coming up fast – 31 January 2017 to be exact. If…

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Contractor Insurance Checklist: Do you have the right limits?

One horror story we regularly hear from contractors is that they did have insurance but were, in fact, underinsured. While…