Tax
Freelancer FinancesCan I claim Universal Credit as a director of a limited company in 2026/27?
Can company directors claim Universal Credit in 2026/27? Between the £16k capital limit, Regulation 77 and the Minimum Income Floor, eligibility is complex. Here's what really determines your chances—and why many freelancers may still miss out.7 min
IT newsMaking Tax Digital for Income Tax: what must self-employed IT workers do?
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is here. If you're a self-employed IT professional earning £50k+, new rules apply from April 2026. Discover what changes, your obligations, and how to stay compliant with HMRC without disrupting your workflow.5 min
OpinionWill Spring Statement 2025 be taxing for tech job board users?
With AI set to hit some contractor jobs, patching employer NIC changes may be the smarter move by the chancellor.6 min
Contractor FinancesHow do IT freelancers manage their pension savings?
Six quick steps to help assess, start, and manage your retirement savings as a self-employed techie.10 min
OpinionAutumn Budget 2024: a tech/IT contracting veteran speaks up
Some say it was a 'neither-good-nor-bad' Budget. But for UK tech, it will limit future pay rises and even curb job creation.9 min
IT newsAutumn Budget 2024: key takeaways for IT contractors and the tech industry
The Autumn Budget 2024, presented by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, introduces significant measures impacting IT contractors and the broader technology sector. Here's a breakdown of the key points that contractors and industry stakeholders should be aware of.4 min
IR35Autumn Budget is here, unlike far-off Single Worker Status
Whenever it does finally and potentially affect Free-Work users, SWS will still come with a scrutiny of your status.4 min
OpinionWhat should Autumn Budget 2024 offer tech job board users?
A top tech staffing entrepreneur tells Free-Work what the chancellor should and shouldn't unveil next Wednesday for IT workers.7 min
Guide to Freelancing10 questions to ask yourself before starting your IT freelance business
These 10 key questions will help you navigate the essentials of starting your freelance IT or tech career and set you up for success.4 min
Contractor FinancesWhat is a director’s loan?
The good, bad, and ugly of director loans -- those deserving an accountant's input to avoid HMRC trouble.5 min
Contractor FinancesDo contractors pay National Insurance tax?
Free-Work hears from a top accountant when and in what circumstances freelance IT work will incur you an NI bill from HMRC.4 min
Contractor FinancesVAT Flat Rate Scheme: explainer and top tips
Simplicity is hard to turn down as a small company but beware -- in the accounting space, simplicity doesn't always = cost efficiency.4 min
Contractor FinancesCorporation tax for contractors: demystified
The lowdown on business tax as a limited company IT freelancer, including ways to lower your bill from HMRC.7 min
Guide to FreelancingHow to close your limited company
The four no-nonsense options when your freelance IT business has reached the end of its life.4 min
IR35What is the IR35 offset for contractors?
Quick explainer on IR35 set-off legislation, finally in force to prevent HMRC 'double-taxing.'4 min
Freelancer FinancesCapital Gains Tax (CGT) guide for contractors
Everything you need to know about 'CGT' if you're 'LTD' -- and then some.8 min