Contracting can be one of the most rewarding career paths in the UK — higher day rates, flexibility, and variety in your work. But it also comes with unique financial challenges.

As accountants specialising in landlord tax and company structures, we’ve created this guide to help UK property investors confidently navigate the rules around owning a rental company, tax obligations, and compliance requirements. Whether you're just starting or looking to optimise your portfolio, this guide is built on professional insight, tailored to landlords, and aligned with the latest 2025/26 regulations.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about HMRC Online Services—what they are, how to access them, key features, common issues, and expert tips for making the most of your account.

Everything you need to know about filing year end accounts to Companies House & HMRC.

We work with all of the main bookkeeping software packages available to UK small business users and often get asked for our opinion. This guide aims to help you choose the best package for your individual needs and gives insights from an accountants point of view.

In this comprehensive guide, we cover everything you need to know about limited company expenses in the UK—what you can claim, what you can’t, how to record it, and the golden rules that make it all legitimate.

Understand whether you're considered employed or self-employed for tax purposes in the UK – especially important for contractors, freelancers, and businesses engaging workers.

If you earn income from self-employment or property, MTD ITSA could apply to you soon — and getting prepared now is the best way to avoid penalties and stress later.

Here's our expert, independent look at the pros and cons of Xero accounting software in 2025, including how it compares to other popular platforms like QuickBooks, FreeAgent, and Sage.

This guide explains how voluntary contributions work, when and why they might benefit you, and how to take action before key HMRC deadlines.

Here's our expert, independent look at the pros and cons of QuickBooks accounting software in 2025, including how it compares to other popular platforms like Xero, FreeAgent, and Sage.

Understand How Your Earnings Are Taxed in the UK – A Simple, Clear Guide.

Thinking of starting your own business or becoming self-employed? Whether you're launching a side hustle, freelancing, or setting up a limited company, taking the right first steps can make all the difference. This complete guide explains what to do, when to do it, and how to stay compliant — without the jargon.

As specialist Sage accountants, we work with hundreds of clients who use Sage every day. We understand both its strengths and its limitations — and how to get the most value from it when preparing your statutory year-end accounts.

As chartered accountants working with individuals and businesses across the UK, we regularly assist clients with HMRC access issues. This guide answers all your questions about the Government Gateway User ID, including how to retrieve it and why it matters.

Landlords often use SPV companies for their property portfolios. Our guide will explain what they are and how they differ from normal private limited companies.

In this guide, we explore what FreeAgent offers, who it’s best suited for, its standout features, pricing, pros and cons, and how it compares with other popular platforms like Xero and QuickBooks.

In this guide, we explain what limited company tax is, how it’s calculated, what tax returns you need to submit, and tips to legally reduce your tax bill — all with updated information for the 2025/26 tax year.

In this guide, we break down what the 0T tax code is, when it applies, how it affects your take-home pay, and what steps you can take to correct it.

Discover what working from home tax relief you’re entitled to in the UK. Learn who can claim, what expenses qualify, how much you can deduct, and how to apply – updated for 2025/26.