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Productivity hacks for contractors and freelancers

When you only have to answer to yourself, it’s easy to slip into an unproductive rut. Some days, Homes Under…

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How have IR35 reforms affected contracting?

It’s been almost a year since the UK government’s controversial reforms to IR35 in the public sector and, with rumours…

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How has the Gig Economy Changed the Working World?

There have been few economic debates in recent years as fevered and corybantic as the one surrounding the status of…

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The Inexorable Growth of Self-Employment in the UK

Uncertainty in and around the UK economy has been brewing for some time now. Whether it’s the looming prospect of…

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GDPR: What does it Mean for Contractors?

Cyber-attacks have become more prevalent than ever in the last 12 months. A recent report from the National Cyber Security…

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BBC Caught up in IR35 Fiasco

All the hand-wringing and toing-and-froing about IR35 reform has taken a darker turn in recent days with the revelation that…

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Practical tips for contractors and freelancers preparing for the end of the tax year

We know it doesn’t seem like much time has passed between the end of the last tax year and the…

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It`s time to get that Self-Assessment in!

It’s a job nobody wants to tackle, but if you’re a contractor who submits your Self-Assessment online, then the deadline…

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Have you got what it takes to be self-employed?

Working for yourself can be empowering. You’re in charge of everything to do with your career – it’s an exciting…

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How to enjoy time off at Christmas as a contractor or freelancer

The freelance sector is booming. As of January this year, according to the Professional Contractors Group, in the UK alone…

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7 must-have gifts for the freelancer in your life

What do you get someone who works for themselves? If you’re looking for a gift that offers productivity or practicality…

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Making the Transition - Moving from Permanent to Contracting

Making the switch from a secure, permanent position to the world of contracting is a big step, and one that…

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Enhance your profitability as a freelancer with these 4 tips

We’ve put together these four tips to help you increase your profitability as a freelancer. Read on! Build a digital…

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Hidden costs you`ll need to consider as a freelancer

If you’re considering becoming a freelancer, regardless of the industry, there’s likely to be some hidden costs you might not…

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Increase in Cyber Attacks Continues

We’ve spoken about the prevalence of cyber attacks on these pages before. As we become ever more reliant on digital…