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Contract terminated because I said I wouldn't renew...
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Is a director/contractor Self Employed? Self assessment.
Hi, I'm a typical I.T. contractor, director of a LTD Co, tax efficient PAYE, working on proffesional service contracts, etc. I have started to complete my own Self Assessment this year, based on submissions from previous accountants. I've noticed that on the SA form, the question that asks...- Derben
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Do I really need an accountant or is it a HMRC requirement?
Hi, I have a LTD Co. I do my own VAT returns, run my own PAYE RTI's, do my own book keeping inc. expenses (with are very simple), calculate my own corp tax, etc. I pay an accountant to basically submit my figures (CT600) for the tax and send the abbreviated accounts to Companies House. Is...- Derben
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Rental accommodation - what can I claim (yes, that question again !!!)
Accountant told me that because the rental property would become my main residence (as my contract is at a fixed work location), I couldn't put the majority of expenses through my company? What's the difference in renting a property and stopping in the same hotel every week :freaky: Would that...- Derben
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Rental accommodation - what can I claim (yes, that question again !!!)
I appreciate this has been asked a million times - and I’ve found “conflicting” evidence on the web - and my accountant keeps giving me different information – so I thought I’d try and get a definitive answer here... I am renting a flat close to my new contract (paid by my company). My family...- Derben
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Camper van or B&B as allowable expense living away from home
I have my own Motorhome (nothing to do with the ltd company)and can easily live in it whilst away. I thought about this as an option - but can't find any accurate infomation to say that I can claim the six months caravan site rental. I can't see it being a problem Mon to Fri - but I assume...- Derben
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Newbie seeking advice before signing first contract
So as another newbie. Which is the best company (with links or full name) to check out a contract. Would the free checks provided by QDOS (as part of their PI Insurance) be enough? Would they give advice on changes. I'm just about to take out PI and if they offer a free service like this...- Derben
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Newbie seeking advice before signing first contract
From a couple of free consultations with Accountants I had this week - both indicated that the government are ramping up IR35 investigations this year in an attampt to raise more revenue on those who have become more "relaxed" about the process. Is getting a contract reviewed by QDOS (and like)...- Derben
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IR35 has freaked out a newbie !!!
Any other newbies out there. I am a good example of how NOT to do your first contract. My mistakes to learn from... a) I accepted a lower rate just to get on in to the market. Other colleagues starting out got around £50 - £100 a day more than me (and I frickin' trained them up). b) My...- Derben
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Should I have registered for VAT?
Hi, Just started a Ltd Co and will start a contract soon. I was told I had to register for VAT as the agency will pass the VAT on to me. I registered for this reason but have also been told I didn't have to register for VAT until the company earned up to £77k. So if I hadn't have...- Derben
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Opt out of Conduct of employment agencies 2003 act?
I'm expecting some pressure to "opt out". After reading this thread (it's given me a headache) I don't feel the need to opt out as it doesn't appear to affect the IR35 (though some belive it does) and it gives me more rights to stay in. Seriously, if I do end up opting out to get the contract...- Derben
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Can I re-negotiate my rate at this stage
Hello, Sorry for all the questions - I'm a newbie with so much buzzing through my head !!! In your professional opinion, is it too late to negotiate the daily rate on my new contract. I tried a bit of negotiation at the time but I'm naff at this sort of thing. I acepted the original price...- Derben
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Contacting and property rental
Am I right in thinking you can actually claim for 7 days a weeks and not just Mon to Fri. Can you also claim for electricty bills and the like - as well as council tax ?- Derben
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Contacting and property rental
Okay, got my first contract but hate comuting... The distance between home and new work location is 70+ miles. Not too bad - but 3 or 4 hours of my life a day I won't get back due to comuting. Can I rent a property close to new work location as a contractor ? If so, what can I claim ? Is...- Derben
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