Who is the FCSA, and why does FCSA accreditation mean so much to its members?
Throughout our website, we reiterate how important it is that contractors and freelancers only use compliant umbrella companies…
What is Pay as You Earn (PAYE)?
If you’re using an umbrella company for your payroll, or you’re considering it, you should already know what…
Your Umbrella Company Does Not Decide How Much You Are Deducted – HMRC Does
Time and time again we hear “why is my umbrella taking so much of my money” or “my…
The warning signs of a tax avoidance scheme
Using an umbrella company is a simple, hassle-free way to get paid as a contractor, and the majority…
Useful tips for limited company contractors who may need to use an umbrella company in 2021
Changes to off-payroll in the private sector are set to roll out in April 2021. They may be…
Are there any benefits to using an umbrella company?
We all like to get a return on our investments – a return that leaves us with the…
“Mini umbrella companies” (MUC) are the latest thing to try and give the marketplace a bad name
A majority of umbrella companies are compliant, but it only takes one or two non-compliant providers to come…
Limited vs umbrella: which option should you choose?
Contracting through a limited company has many benefits, with the most obvious being the tax advantages for those…
HMRC issue warning in new corporate report covering marketed tax avoidance schemes – “please be vigilant”
A report published on the 26th November 2020 by HMRC discusses marketed tax avoidance schemes, and it makes…
What do changes to off-payroll (IR35) in the private sector mean for limited company contractors?
Changes to off-payroll in the private sector were scheduled to roll out in April 2020. However, after one…
Getting the most out of an umbrella company calculator
Whether you’re new to contracting or you’ve been doing it for donkey’s years, you’re probably keen to get…
Understanding Umbrella Company Deductions [Sponsored Editorial]
The following editorial has been written for umbrellacompanies.org.uk by Umbrella Company UK – an FCSA accredited umbrella company.…
