IR35
How will I know if I am caught by IR35?
Explanation of IR35 legislation, introduced in April 2000, which affects anyone who is working via an intermediary. 4 min
IT and tech news and guides
IR35
IR35
What is IR35?
Essentially, IR35 will affect all contractors who do not meet the Inland Revenue's definition of 'self employment'., Those contractors who fall under the IR35 rules will be liable to Schedule E taxation and National Insurance (N.I), following deductions for expenses. Income will be in the form of a 'deemed payment', following these deductions. 4 min
Guide to Freelancing
When should I use an Umbrella Company?
If you are only freelancing for a short period between permanent roles, or want to test the waters before setting up your own limited company, trading through an umbrella company may be a good solution. Freelance UK looks at how they work and what the benefits are. 2 min
Guide to Freelancing
Minimise your costs for your freelance business
Whilst the precise details of how a business can minimise its costs varies enormously according to the type of freelancing work it is involved with, there are nevertheless a number of techniques which can be used to good effect by all Freelancers. 5 min
Guide to Freelancing
Choosing your clients
How to choose profitable clients that boost the 'feel good' factor as well as your portfolio. 3 min
Guide to Freelancing
Creating a Brief
In this guide, we look at creating a brief including requirements, target audience and objectives. 3 min
Guide to Freelancing
Communicating with clients
Nurturing good clients will reap rewards many times the effort invested. 3 min
Guide to Freelancing
The art of networking
Successful networking can generate lucrative leads for your business and help you to build long-term relationships with your clients. Here are some traits of good networkers. 2 min
Freelancer News
Shall I gift shares to my girlfriend?
'Post-Arctic, WAGs aren't as attractive as you might think' - SJD Accountancy. 2 min
Freelancer News
Freelancers cut their rates for charity
Some freelancers are offering 85% discounts to a good cause. 1 min
Guide to Freelancing
The Basics of VAT for freelancers
Your freelancer guide to compulsory and voluntary VAT registration, VAT returns and the flat rate scheme. 3 min
Guide to Freelancing
Credit control
There are sadly a great number of potential customers in the market who can cost your business a great deal of time and money by not paying their debts. Here is our guide to controlling them and keeping your credit the right side of the line. 3 min
Guide to Freelancing
How to get paid when freelancing
Ten tips from an industry expert offering advice on how to speed up tardy payment from a client - and what to do if they refuse to pay. Our guide on how to get paid when freelancing will help freelancers be prepared for difficult clients. 4 min
Guide to Freelancing
Step- by-step guide to collecting payment
Joan Yeadon, proprietor of Credit Control Consultancy, explains how to collect payment quickly and effectively. 4 min
