Umbrella company contractors Archives

Do contractors using an umbrella company need to submit a self-assessment tax return?

By UCHQ Team September 11, 2024

If you are a contractor working via an umbrella company, you may wonder if you must submit a self-assessment tax return. Our latest article provides an overview of when contractors…

Umbrella company vs Agency PAYE: what is the difference?

By UCHQ Team September 2, 2024

When accepting a temporary assignment through a recruiting agency, contractors and freelancers in the UK are frequently given two payroll options: umbrella company vs agency PAYE. Continue reading to learn…

The warning signs of a tax avoidance scheme

By UCHQ Team December 21, 2020

Using an umbrella company is a simple, hassle-free way to get paid as a contractor, and the majority of umbrella companies operate in a compliant fashion. Unfortunately, there are a…

Limited vs umbrella: which option should you choose?

By UCHQ Team December 9, 2020

Contracting through a limited company has many benefits, with the most obvious being the tax advantages for those who are outside IR35. However, using an umbrella company has its advantages…

A Quick Guide to Umbrella Company Expenses

By UCHQ Team November 26, 2020

If you are a director of your own limited company, you will probably be used to claiming tax relief on a variety of business-related expenses. While this used to be…

Do you need to complete a personal tax return when using an umbrella company?

If you use an umbrella company, do you need to submit a personal tax return?

By UCHQ Team November 19, 2020

An interesting question – and one that is regularly asked online by umbrella company employees. The short answer is that it depends entirely on your personal circumstances. If your only…

Understanding umbrella company take home pay

By UCHQ Team November 13, 2020

One of the most frequently asked questions by contractors and freelancers before they register with an umbrella company is how much they will get paid? We thought we’d answer this…

Umbrella company benefits – 10 reasons why using a brolly is a good idea!

By UCHQ Team November 12, 2020

If you are new to the world of contracting, there are lots of different options to consider. Arguably the most critical decision is whether to set up your own limited…

How to shop around for an umbrella company deal

How to properly shop around for an umbrella company deal

By UCHQ Team November 4, 2020

Everyone likes a bargain! As a result, you should absolutely look for an attractive deal from an umbrella company. After all – the umbrella market is pretty competitive due to…

Umbrella companies aren’t finished yet – according to HMRC

By UCHQ Team October 19, 2020

This week when speaking to a contractor, I got told: “your lot are finished, HMRC have seen to that.” Quite who my “lot” are, or how we have offended this…

The future of the job market? It could go either way..

By UCHQ Team July 27, 2020

While life appears to be returning to something approaching reality, the view ahead is not quite so cheery.

Another Month, Another IR35 Twist in the Tail

By UCHQ Team November 4, 2019

News is reaching us here at a rainy UCHQ that the Government may be set for a few more fireworks than even Guy Fawkes managed way back in 1605. Voice…

Uncertainty for umbrella contractors post-Brexit

By UCHQ Team June 27, 2016

Umbrella contractors accosted by Nigel Farage's smiling face in the wake of the Brexit vote are all wondering: what's going to happen to us now?

North-west has curious mix of contractors in demand

By UCHQ Team June 20, 2016

In news that shows just how queer the employment sector can be, a new report shows the most in-demand roles in the north-west of England as of late.

Steady wages highly desired, new survey says

By UCHQ Team June 13, 2016

Turns out umbrella contractors are no different than traditional employees - a new survey found that steady wages are highly desired by temp workers.

Umbrella contractor pay levels up year on year

By UCHQ Team June 6, 2016

Despite everything, pay levels for umbrella contractors are actually up year on year, even if it seems impossible with the current market conditions.