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What does being outside IR35 mean?

Unless you’ve spent the last few years living in a remote cave in the Outer Hebrides, you’ve probably heard about…

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What happens if a client doesn’t assess my IR35 status?

One of the issues some contractors have had with the new IR35 legislation stems from the idea of handing over…

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Contractor news: September

How is it already the end of September? 2021 is going by in a flash. Children are back at school, it’ll be Halloween before we…

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How IT contractors can make the most of demand

IT contractors are reportedly in higher demand than ever at the moment. With more and more companies opting for permanent remote working, IT contractors…

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Working inside and outside the UK: Ask Andy

Five months on from the introduction of the new IR35 legislation and we’re still getting questions from contractors for Kingsbridge’s Head of…

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Insurances you should consider as a Project Manager

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…

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IR35 survey: we need your help!

Back at the start of 2021, we asked your thoughts on the contracting market. Now that the third (and hopefully final)…

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What is the difference between a sole trader and a limited company?

This article is for information purposes only and should not be seen as financial advice. You should consult with your…

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The Kingsbridge Experts: Customer Service Edition

We’ve sat down with the leaders of each department at Kingsbridge, to give us an insight into their daily role.…

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Navigating IR35: Ask Andy Answers

It’s now almost 5 months since the IR35 reforms came into effect, and with lockdown no more, things are beginning…

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How to increase rates as a contractor

It’s the debate every contractor needs to have with themselves periodically: whether or not to increase your rates and how to do…

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What you should look for in a business insurance policy

Choosing your business insurance as a contractor can be a bit of a minefield. There are so many different policies…

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Do I need personal accident cover as a contractor?

When you consider the insurances you need as a contractor, you’ll naturally leap to professional indemnity and public liability, but…

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IR35 Upper Tribunal: George Mantides Limited vs HMRC

George Mantides Limited has challenged HMRC in an Upper Tribunal, having received a split decision to IR35 status in the First-tier Tribunal in 2019. Mantides, a contractor urologist, operates through his own…

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Are you on the best "contractor mortgage rate"?

Read on below for a guest article by CMME. This article is for information purposes only and should not be seen as…

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Ways contractors can save money post-lockdown

This article is for information purposes only and should not be seen as financial advice. You should always consult with your accountant or…

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IR35 four months in: What`s happened so far?

With lockdown now over, things are slowly but surely starting to return to something like normal – even if that’s…

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Contractor news round-up: July 2021

If we’re being honest, gathering up this month’s top news was a little harder than normal. Not because it was…

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SEISS Grant 5: Everything you need to know

As most self-employed people are probably well aware by this point in the pandemic, SEISS stands for Self-Employment Income Support…

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Overseas clients: Ask Andy Answers

The private sector IR35 reform is now very much a part of normal life for contractors, recruiters, and clients alike. But as expected with this…

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The benefits of being a Kingsbridge customer

We recently shared a blog on the top reasons to hold a policy with Kingsbridge. We understand how important it…

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What is a small business for IR35?

With all of the discussion surrounding the implementation of new IR35 rules back in April, one thing that didn’t get mentioned as…

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Contractor Mortgage FAQ`s with CMME

Read on below for a guest article by CMME.    This article is for information purposes only and should not be seen as…

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The rise of cybercrime since lockdown began

The Financial Stability Board (which coordinates financial rules for G20 nations) has said that remote working from home has fuelled…

Contracting Life

Lockdown is over! How to get back to work

It’s been a long, long time in the making, but after being delayed by an extra month, lockdown is finally over! With legal restrictions lifted…

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Why you should ask your clients to review your services

When was the last time you bought something without checking the reviews first? Whether it’s a new shirt for you,…

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Why buy a policy with Kingsbridge?

Sorting out business insurance at the top of your to-do list? You may still be undecided on who to go…

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Is your business insurance meeting your needs?

So, your business insurance is due for renewal, or perhaps you’ve let your current cover lapse over lockdown. Reviewing your…

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How to write a contract

Not all contractors will send their clients a written contract, but this can leave you unprotected in the event of…

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What are the benefits of having IR35 insurance?

Since the changes to IR35 legislation were introduced in April, contractors are regularly being recommended to purchase IR35 insurance alongside their…