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Consultancy Service v Product
Consultancy Service v Product
>Sales have been steady but slow
Could you become an authorized reseller for the product in the UK; by providing support contracts and customised installations for UK clients maybe you could leverage your existing work and move into a...
IR35 Deemed Salary
IR35 Deemed Salary
IR35 prevents this through something called a 'deemed salary' payment at the end of the financial year.
:bluelight
Whs
Whs
>It's quite possible that you could become personally liable because you traded while insolvent.
WHS:
"Under UK law, trading while insolvent can trigger several provisions under the Insolvency Act 1986 which may have the effect of making directors of a company personally liable to...
Clearsky
Clearsky
I've used Clearsky for 2 years and have found them helpful and professional. They came recommended by a fellow client which is always encouraging to hear. They have a freephone number, why not get in touch?
Breaking news... HMRC v First founder. HMRC lost
Breaking news... HMRC v First founder. HMRC lost
Today I read in the Telegraph business section that HMRC lost its case against the founder of First group who'd benefited from a double taxation treaty loophole. The judge said that at the time...
Giant
Giant
>So is it worth it?
Shop around. Some umbrellas charge more than others and some offer better service.
Giant aren't bad in my opinion, I used them for over 2 years. Giant give you a dedicated person and phone number to ring if you have any questions.
On the other hand, having...
What he said
What he said
This approach worked for me. Make sure they pay up before you click to leave/request P45
>I want to change my umbrella company
Why not go limited? No more lock in clauses :O)
Giant
Giant
I've used Giant for a few contracts. Their web interface is easy to navigate around and straight forward to use; it also keeps your records in one place and lets you track progress of expenses, payments, etc.
However, recently they've included lock in clauses with their contracts...
It depends...
It depends...
Professionally speaking there are a few considerations:
Agents need prompt responses to their questions via personal email and phone
Prospective clients will want to interview you at very short notice
Clients expect you to start within a few days
IMHO you'll be...