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How Can Contractors Benefit From Running A Blog?

Having a blog is a great way to keep your clients and the world at large updated on what you’re…

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Top Tips For Securing Your Contractor Mortgage

Getting a mortgage can be slightly trickier for contractors than for permanent employees, so having a good contractor mortgage lender…

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How To Retain Clients As A Contractor

You’ve found the perfect client. You enjoy the work, you communicate well, and they’re reliable payers. Your existing customers could…

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Top 10 Sites For Freelancer And Contractor News

It can be hard to keep up with what feels like ever changing regulations and best practices for freelancers and…

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Funny Insurance Claims You Couldn`t Make Up

1. A jeweller sent in an insurance claim after repairing a customer’s £200 watch he then accidently returned a £10,000…

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Making The Move To Freelancing?

If you’re considering making the move to a career in Freelancing – Here are some points to consider. There are…

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Money Saving Tips For Contractors

A few simple, practical and effective money saving tips for contractors to help you make the most of your finances.…

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Finding Work Through Social Media As A Contractor

We’re constantly reminded that social media is a ‘must’ for a business of any size but, although it sounds easy…

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Freelancing: A Risky Business?

Firstly, when freelancing, you need to establish the risks your business faces and your legal obligations.  But let’s also consider…

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How Do Freelancers And Contractors Keep In Touch?

It’s been a busy few weeks for KPSol, both in and out of the office. We’ve been raising money for Breast…