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…
It’s not uncommon for contractors to sometimes take a break from self-employment. This could be for many reasons, including taking…
IT contractors are reportedly in higher demand than ever at the moment. With more and more companies opting for permanent remote working, IT contractors…
As a Project Manager, you’re used to being on the ball and getting everyone on your project organised – no matter the field you’re…
It’s the debate every contractor needs to have with themselves periodically: whether or not to increase your rates and how to do…
Choosing your business insurance as a contractor can be a bit of a minefield. There are so many different policies…
Read on below for a guest article by CMME. This article is for information purposes only and should not be seen as…
As most self-employed people are probably well aware by this point in the pandemic, SEISS stands for Self-Employment Income Support…
We recently shared a blog on the top reasons to hold a policy with Kingsbridge. We understand how important it…
With all of the discussion surrounding the implementation of new IR35 rules back in April, one thing that didn’t get mentioned as…
When was the last time you bought something without checking the reviews first? Whether it’s a new shirt for you,…
So, your business insurance is due for renewal, or perhaps you’ve let your current cover lapse over lockdown. Reviewing your…
Not all contractors will send their clients a written contract, but this can leave you unprotected in the event of…
Do you know what your rights and responsibilities are as a contractor creating intellectual property of any sort? They say that imitation…
Quite often we hear new contractors tell us that although they know they are required to have certain types of…
Making Tax Digital (MTD) was laid out back in December 2018, with the Government setting out a roadmap of changes to the UK’s…
One of the big announcements in Sunak’s Spring Budget was that the Self-Employment Income Support Scheme was to be extended until September 2021,…
Before Christmas, work was picking up for many contractors and we hope that that’s been the case for you, and that…
While work has been picking up, COVID-19 is still making the contractor market very competitive, especially when you factor in…
Whether you’re new or not to self-employment, record-keeping might sound like hard work. And while that may be true, it does come with…
If your business insurance is coming up for renewal, it’s easy to either be complacent or to panic. Complacency often results in…
Despite everything, work for many contractors is starting to pick up. Many clients who had been waiting to see if COVID would “blow over” have…
Over the last few months, the Government has provided a raft of financial support in an attempt to help the self-employed, business owners, and employees…
Being self-employed is great. Nothing quite beats the freedom and flexibility of being your own boss. Don’t fancy working Fridays?…
With coronavirus and Brexit dominating both local and national headlines, it’s sometimes easy to forget that other news is happening. But despite the…
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, commonly known as the furlough scheme, was announced back in March and was part of…
It’s putting things mildly to say that coronavirus has left something of a dent in public finances. According to a report…
Always seek advice from a qualified accountant before making any decisions that could affect your income. This guide is a…
As a contractor, there are a few different ways you can handle your accounts. The first option is to do…
As the ‘new normal’ becomes, well, normal, opportunities for contractors are beginning to come to the fore once again. This means that, for…
If you’re self-employed, be it contractor or freelancer, your contract is vital in helping you to protect yourself against any…
As the lockdown is eased, many of us are reassessing our finances in all aspects of our lives. When it…
As all contractors should be aware by now, the private sector IR35 reforms will be rolling out in April 2021. This was set in…
As lockdown measures ease and we find ourselves adjusting to the new normal, some contractors are starting to see clients return,…
It sounds trite to say that the last few months have been tough for the self-employed, but they have been.…
Over the last 12 weeks of lockdown, there’s been a whole lot of unclear advice and direction, including the government…
Business insurances are one of those things that every contractor knows they need but doesn’t really want to spend too…
Contractors, recruiters, accountants, end clients and everyone else in the sector have been waiting with eager interest for the Spring…
Professional Indemnity cover is usually required by recruiters and clients before taking on a contractor. It’s also included as standard…
As we hurtle towards another new year, people everywhere start thinking about pay rises, and contractors are no exception. You…
It’s an unpleasant fact about contracting and freelancing: occasionally you may come across clients who either pay late or don’t…
It’s fairly commonplace these days for contractors to employ their spouse or partner to assist them – often in an…
We recently saw a report on a survey compiled by CV-Library which revealed the most and least trusted professions in…
Expenses can be the bane of a contractor or freelancer’s life. On the one hand, it’s great that you can…
When you’re purchasing contractor insurance, you really are taking a leap of faith. You’re depending on that company to treat…
IR35 reforms are set to hit the private sector in April 2020 and a lot of contractors are still none-the-wiser…
Everything is starting to feel a bit fresher and warmer. But sometimes the signs of spring can make going into…
IT is still one of the biggest-expanding sectors in the UK economy. There are over 1.5 million jobs in the…
Every contractor wants to keep their business outgoings to a minimum. When you’re looking to reduce your business spending, it…
Businesses to be responsible for sorting out status disputes, notes Larsen Howie’s new Head of Tax Andy Vessey. A little…
