Whether you’ve just taken out a professional indemnity policy or you’re shopping for new business insurance, chances are you’ve come…
Employer’s liability insurance isn’t just a box to tick – it’s a legal safeguard that protects businesses and their employees,…
Jury duty if you’re self-employed can be the last thing you need. If you’re a freelancer or contractor and a…
Earlier this month Kingsbridge brought together a panel of industry experts to discuss the implications of the government’s new JSL…
Big changes to the world of work have been on the horizon for a while and the Royal Assent of…
Insurance sounds like a good idea, but how do you know what insurance you need as a tradesman? No two…
As tool theft continues to dominate headlines and social feeds, many tradespeople are no longer relying on standard security –…
However big or small your construction project is, contract works insurance could be a lifesaver if something happens. When you’re…
With it being almost a year since the coronavirus pandemic hit the UK, and now less than 2 months to go until the…
You may be thinking a round-up of 2020 is the last thing you want to read and, to be completely fair,…
While data security is something every contractor should be aware of anyway, the increased levels of working from home during…
If you were to ask contractors what motivates them, what keeps them getting out of bed every morning even when…
In general, work-related stress refers to stress that occurs when work places more demands on you than you can cope…
It’s one of the most common complaints the Kingsbridge team hears from contractors and freelancers: “I went self-employed so I…
Christmas is just around the corner. In short, it’s the time of year when we naturally begin to think about…
Working for yourself has so many benefits with the big one being the flexibility to work how you want. But…
While it’s popular to say “you do you”, this may not be the case if you’re in an interview situation.…
You were self-employed for a while but then got lured back to the bright lights of regular employment. Perhaps it…
May is one of our favourite months here at Kingsbridge. It’s not just the blossom falling from the trees, that…
Self-employment as a contractor can seem like an easy way to keep your costs down: low overheads, no wage bill,…
We can’t imagine a job at Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs is always a barrel of laughs, but we’re sure…
Although (like everything else) it might have been a bit overshadowed by Brexit, there was good news for contractors and…
Price hikes and poor service have seen the UK’s troubled rail transport system hitting the headlines again over the last…
Christmas as a contractor or freelancer can be a time of mixed emotions. Yes, it’s a relief to have some…
Your CV (or, indeed, LinkedIn profile) is the first thing prospective clients will see when you apply to work with…
Email has become one of the most common methods of communication in the modern workplace. It’s easy, quick, and enables…
While improving, the extent of the UK gender pay gap ? the difference in average earnings between men and women…
It’s happened. You’ve finally had enough of the day-to-day grind in your job, you’ve gone as far as you can,…
When you only have to answer to yourself, it’s easy to slip into an unproductive rut. Some days, Homes Under…
Time management is a skill you’ll continue to develop as your contracting career progresses. As soon as you think you’ve…
Regular readers of the Kingsbridge blog will already be aware that Insurance Premium Tax is rising to 12% from 1st June…
Becoming a first-time contractor is exciting. A new venture, a chance to make your own money, and to set your…
If you had a normal nine-to-five, you’d be joyously gearing up now for the spring Bank Holiday season. Easter is…
When you first move to become a contractor, the idea that you might be sitting there with nothing to do…
More and more people working in what one might term ‘traditional’ employment are moving into the freelance and contracting sectors.…
We’re big fans of a good list here at Kingsbridge HQ. It’s lucky for us, then, that the lovely people…
There has been a healthy increase in total employment figures over the last 5 years, giving us all hope in…
For the last few years HMRC has revealed its top ‘oddest’ excuses they receive for the submission of late tax…
Life as an engineering contractor comes with its ups and downs. For every stretch away from your family there is…
Without a doubt, the oil and gas industry is one of the most important and lucrative industries in the world.…
Humans. We’re logical creatures, aren’t we? Think of how far we have advanced past our closest relatives in the animal…
LinkedIn is an indispensable tool for any professional, giving you the ability to introduce your CV and career goals to…
David Cameron has recently announced his support of Fracking in the UK, yet there are still many protests taking place…
We’ve already looked at the new legislation regarding false self-employment and how it could affect contractors but we thought we’d…
Many freelancers and contractors face a certain level of uncertainty surrounding their finances. Variations in what and when you get…
We keep hearing about the worsening crisis of skills shortages in the UK, especially in the Oil and Gas and…
Making the decision to begin freelancing is definitely not one to be taken lightly. However, there are certainly a lot of…
Getting a mortgage can be slightly trickier for contractors than for permanent employees, so having a good contractor mortgage lender…
Having a blog is a great way to keep your clients and the world at large updated on what you’re…
You’ve found the perfect client. You enjoy the work, you communicate well, and they’re reliable payers. Your existing customers could…
It can be hard to keep up with what feels like ever changing regulations and best practices for freelancers and…
1. A jeweller sent in an insurance claim after repairing a customer’s £200 watch he then accidently returned a £10,000…
If you’re considering making the move to a career in Freelancing – Here are some points to consider. There are…
A few simple, practical and effective money saving tips for contractors to help you make the most of your finances.…
We’re constantly reminded that social media is a ‘must’ for a business of any size but, although it sounds easy…
Firstly, when freelancing, you need to establish the risks your business faces and your legal obligations. But let’s also consider…
It’s been a busy few weeks for KPSol, both in and out of the office. We’ve been raising money for Breast…
