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Inside IR35 Calculator
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Our inside IR35 calculator looks at the financial implications of being caught by the IR35 tax legislation. Enter the relevant information in the input fields and our Inside IR35 Calculator will calculate the impact of working Inside IR35 via an umbrella company.
Outside IR35 Calculator
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Our Outside IR35 calculator looks at the financial implications of operating as a genuine business, outside of the IR35 rules. Enter the relevant information in the input fields and our Outside IR35 Calculator will calculate the impact of working Outside IR35 via a limited company.
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Use our salary calculator to calculate your take home pay while working as a permanent employee. Enter your salary below to check tax deductions and total income.
The Ultimate Guide to IR35
Understanding IR35 and whether you fall inside or outside can be a challenge. Much information surrounds the legislation, its technicalities and how it could impact you as a contractor. Our comprehensive guide covers all you need to know.
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
IR35 for the non-incorporated
The Ultimate Guide to Umbrella Companies
Understanding umbrella companies, when to use them, and what sets them apart from other structures is essential. With so much information to digest - from taxes and fees to payslips and compliance - it’s no surprise that contractors often seek clarity.
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
The Ultimate Guide to Limited Companies
This guide is designed to help you navigate everything related to limited companies; from deciding if this structure suits your needs to managing the ongoing administration involved. You will learn about registering with Companies House, appointing directors, setting up a business bank account, and meeting your compliance obligations. We also delve into the day-to-day administration required to run a limited company, including how to stay aligned with HMRC regulations.
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
Maintaining accurate financial records
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
The Ultimate Guide For First Time Contractors
This guide on becoming a contractor is written by contractors for contractors. It will provide insight that will (hopefully) allow you to look at your situation objectively, offering practical tips and checklists to help you succeed.
Steps to transition into contracting
Key considerations for operating inside IR35
Ensuring independent contractor status
Filing tax returns to remain HMRC compliant
Securing a home loan as a contractor
Planning for retirement as a contractor
Managing the complexities of multiple roles
Personal allowance reduction over £100k
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