Understanding the off-payroll legislation
Contractors taxed as employees via PAYE
Contractors operating via a limited company
Financial implications for contractors
Determining employment status
The 'disguised employment' legislation
Strategies for avoiding penalties
Rules for allowable claims under IR35
UK contractors with overseas clients
How IR35 applies to non-UK based workers
Using personal service companies
How IR35 impacts sole traders
Intermediaries for employment services
Key factors in evaluating reliability and cost
Risks of non-compliant umbrella companies
Deductions and take-home pay
Costs deducted by umbrella companies
Employer and employee deductions
Accrued entitlement or advanced payment
Reimbursement policies and HMRC guidance
Automatic enrollment or self-invested
Eligibility and process for Statutory Maternity
Statutory Sick Pay while working inside IR35
Distinct entities offering liability protection
Structure, responsibilities and benefits
Steps to register your limited company
Learning tax liabilities for limited enterprises
Annual filings and tax returns
Cover required by limited company owners
Allowable costs that reduce taxable profit
Implications for company-owned vehicles
Tax relief on equipment and asset purchases
Perks provided to directors and employees
Contributions through your limited company
Considerations for hiring family members
Investment strategies for surplus funds
Responsibilities for dormant companies
Dissolution or voluntary strike-off
Efficient split of salary and dividends
Tax benefits on selling company shares
Steps to transition into contracting
Key considerations for operating inside IR35
Ensuring independent contractor status
Managing the complexities of multiple roles
Filing tax returns to remain HMRC compliant
Securing a home loan as a contractor
Planning for retirement as a contractor
Personal allowance reduction over £100k
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