Guides

From IR35 to claiming expenses, to pensions and having all the information you’ll need with our definitive guide to contracting, our free guides are here to offer you advice and an insight into the world of Limited Company contracting.

Your definitive guide to buy-to-let

Investing in buy-to-let properties in the UK can be a lucrative venture, but it’s essential to understand the tax implications to maximise your returns and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations. This guide covers the key tax considerations for buy-to-let investors in the UK.

Your definitive guide to contracting

Thinking about setting yourself up as a contractor but not sure how or need to know more first? SG Accounting has created a free guide just for you that goes over all the tools, processes and benefits of contracting.

Your definitive guide to switching from Limited to Umbrella

What happens when you decide to go from Limited to Umbrella? In our guide we explain the process and how we can help.

Your definitive guide to salary, dividends or both? How to effectively pay yourself as a Limited Company contractor

The most common way a contractor pays themselves is by using a combination of dividends and salary. In this guide we explore how that’s done.

Your guide to surviving IR35

Concerned about IR35? Need advice? Confused and want the full picture? With our free IR35 survival guide we explain how contractors can fully understand IR35 and how you’re affected.

Your guide to contractor insurance

As a Limited Company contractor having the correct insurance in place is an essential must have in order to contract confidently and safely. Our guide covers everything you need to know.

Your guide to on shore agency reporting requirements

From 6 April 2015, HMRC will require all employment intermediaries and agencies to provide a quarterly report detailing their contractor’s information.

Your guide to conduct of Employment Agencies regulations

Conduct of Employment Agencies regulations were introduced in 2004 to provide a framework for the minimum standards contractors should expect.

Your guide to what is IR35?

IR35 (also known as Intermediaries Legislation) is tax legislation in place to tax workers, trading through an intermediary, such as a Limited Company.

Your guide to pension auto enrolment

Workplace pensions have changed and employers with at least one employee now need to be aware of their duties under the Auto Enrolment regulations.

Your guide to how much you can claim for using your home as an office

Many contractors don’t have a separate office and instead will use their home as an office either using a garden office or a separate room in the house.

Your guide to the cycle to work scheme

Employers can loan out bicycles and cyclists’ safety equipment to employees with tax-free benefits, such as benefits in kind. Call us for more information.

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