Contractor pensions – saving for your retirement as a contractor
Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or have just started contracting, you have probably thought about pensions and how you can save for your retirement.
UCATT backed by the TUC in fight against umbrella companies
In construction industry news, UCATT is being backed by the general council of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) in the ongoing campaign advocating for the rights of construction workers.
Contract renewals for contractors and freelancers – top tips
Is your fixed-term contract coming to an end? Find out how you can successfully negotiate a contract renewal with your recruiter and end client.
IT Contract Rates – Can you really earn more as an IT contractor?
We look at the current trend in IT contract rates and compare them with the rates of permanent roles to answer the question: can you really earn more as an IT contractor?
The importance of having your own space when working from home
If you are a contractor or freelancer who works from home, you have probably struggled at least once or twice trying to stay focused. Having a home office or even your own small work space can help increase your productivity and your free time.
FCSA and UCATT in a debate over umbrella companies
The FCSA trade body for umbrella companies and accountancy providers has criticised UCATT, the construction union, for allegedly encouraging workers to protest against umbrella companies.
Unpaid invoices and late payments
Do you have unpaid invoices keeping you up at night? The Mail recently reported that contractors and freelancers lose an average of £2,472 each per year due to outstanding invoices and late payments.
Here are the must-watch sports for September
Summer may be ending, but there are still plenty of sports to tune into in the month of September.
How to get a contractor mortgage
We’ve recently had some clients submit questions regarding obtaining a contractor mortgage and how difficult it may be. Here we answer this question about how to get a contractor mortgage.
Changes to travel and subsistence – are you losing out?
Are you a contractor working through an umbrella company? If so, you may have noticed that since 6th April of this year, you were no longer able to claim certain expenses due to the changes to Travel and Subsistence expenses.