A quick look at disguised remuneration
We recently wrote an article about the Labour Market Intermediaries report by the LITRG. The report includes some essential…
Is it easy to join an umbrella company?
There has been a noticeable rise in demand for umbrella companies – especially since HMRC introduced changes to…
Late self-assessment tax returns will avoid fine if submitted by 28 February, HMRC confirms
To help people cope with the pressure of the pandemic and the confusions it’s bought to the UK,…
The FCSA fights for contingent workers in response to lockdown #3
Nobody wanted a third lockdown, but after the rising numbers of coronavirus cases and associated deaths, the government…
How to identify the worst umbrella companies in the marketplace
Our website is full of useful information to help contractors and freelancers identify the UK's best umbrella companies.…
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…
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…
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…
