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    Self employed electricians mate

    I’m currently training to be a spark. I’ve got my level 3 C & G quals. I’m currently working as a mate to gain experience and earn a bit, but I’m getting stung by being paid by a payroll firm. Between having to pay my NI and tax and their NI and fees, I’m loosing nearly 150 a week. Does anyone...
    • Shpark
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    • electricians electricians mate employed mate self self employed
    • Replies: 31
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  2. L

    What made you make the jump to self employed

    Would anyone care to share any straw that broke the camels back moments and what made you finally decide on making the jump to being self employed? Just so I can see how they compare to my thoughts!! Cheers
    • Lagentium
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    • employed self self employed
    • Replies: 43
    • Forum: Business Related
  3. M

    For a new self employed Person

    If your within 20-25 miles of Gloucester and starting up, let me know, I have a bender, cable jacks, hundreds of bits of kit all types etc in my shed which was in my store before I shut my company down. I would suggest if you are and interested you PM me and we could meet and maybe I could sell...
  4. A

    Self employed or stay put

    Hello everyone I'm new to here, I've worked for the same company now for the last 13 years and keep debating whether to grow wings and fly the nest and go into the world of self employed but can't decided as people say about chasing the money but on the other hand I've spoke to other sparks on...
    • Andy1982
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    • employed self self employed
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  5. L

    Hourly Rates for employed spark??

    Hi guys, Just wondered what the average hourly rate is for a PAYE employed spark. Ive worked for local government for a few years and they are not the best for good rates of pay. Been offered a start for a private firm for around £13.50/hr. Is this anywhere near the mark?? Not...
    • liddley
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    • employed hourly rates spark
    • Replies: 29
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  6. B

    Finishing my Portfolio self employed subby

    Can I finish my portfolio as self employed as long as I have a qualified person to sign my witness testimony?
  7. H

    Self employed or Cards in?

    Alright guys and girls, Just wondered your opinions and thoughts on the pros and cons, cost and enjoyment/headaches of doing the job from both points of view? Regards, HW
    • HumbleWorker 91RT
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    • cards employed self self employed
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. K

    The trainee has returned asa the qulified and employed!

    Hi folks, I was a memeber a few years ago like many trying to get experience and qualified. I didn't manage to get the support from the forum, mostly geographical issues there but I've done it and I'm back! I have worked for qualified cowboys, bullies, worked for free with a good outfit in...
  9. B

    Going self employed, with level 3 portfolio to complete

    Hi guys, I've just finished my college course, with my portfolio to start/complete. So could I work for another firm as an improver or self employed subby, and finish my portfolio? Due to a change in circumstances I need to be in a job earning more money but I want to finish my apprenticeship...
    • Browner
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    • complete employed going level level 3 portfolio self self employed
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Business Related
  10. Loki

    Anyone using Quick books self employed

    Hi, Anyone using Quick Books Self Employed? if so i was just wondering what your thoughts were? Is if user friendly? Do you use the invoice part? Or is it too basic? Is the end of year self assessment any good? Etc What other software's options would you recommend if not this? Thanks...
    • Loki
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    • anyone books employed quick self self employed using
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Business Related
  11. FISH

    Self employed or not ?

    Hi, I've recently been made redundant. Im looking into either going self employed or starting up on my own. I've been told to go as a sole trader rather than ltd company. Does anyone have any advice ? Im not sure of pay rates etc. Hope you can help Paul.
  12. N

    Going self employed while still paye

    hi guys Just a bit of quick advise needed as I can't seem to find the answer to this online. I am currently working paye for my employer although I am planning on setting up my own company very soon. I have been doing my own work at evenings and weekends and I am starting to get more of this...
    • Nightfox122
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    • employed going self self employed still while
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Business Related
  13. A

    New member looking to upskill from self employed electrician to work in a larger firm.

    Hi All I am an self employed electrician for the past 12 years and I am now looking to upskill and get involved in facility management. I have just booked on a city and guilds 2396 course and I am hoping to progress to a degree once completed as this seems to be basic entry level for this type...
    • Apeglar
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    • electrical work electrician employed large larger looking member new new member self self employed work
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  14. O

    This caught my eye today:

    Court case against Pimlico Plumbers: Plumber wins workers' rights battle against Pimlico Plumbers - BBC News - http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-38931211 The bit that stands out is: "The case is about the distinction between Mr Smith's status as either a self-employed contractor or a worker...
    • Octopus
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    • caught employed today wants
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Business Related
  15. S

    Electrician Jobs 17th edition Electrician required mid Cornwall Permanent Pos.

    We are looking to take on electricians to our fairly small team nr. Truro in Cornwall. Applicants must have: A clean drivers licence 17th edition 2391 testing or similar and be able to work alone or as part of a team. Ideally we are looking for an employed position offering 40hrs per week but...
    • sparkenter
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    • 17th 17th edition cornwall edition electrician email employed looking permanent position required
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Electricians Jobs
  16. B

    Mortgage

    Evening all, just wondered if there are any contractors here who have recently got a mortgage and who they are with and any issues etc. Just been turned down by Post Office as I've only been using my ltd company on and off for past few years rather than 3 straight years. Nevermind that I can...
    • bcm_spark
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    • company employed mortgage years
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Electrician Talk
  17. O

    Making Tax Digital - impact on the self employed....

    I was listening to BBC's Money Box yesterday and it sounds as if this will catch the self employed in FY2018 Tax simplification. It's complicated, Money Box - BBC Radio 4 - http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b08byfhs its the first 10 minutes you need to listen to.. So we are going to have to...
    • Octopus
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    • accounts business digital employed impact making self self employed tax
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Business Related
  18. M

    Typical earnings in First Year

    Hi, I am currently employed full time. However i have been self employed before for several years and i used to work as a labourer for 5+ years. I am considering going back to being self employed and on top of my other business in IT, i was thinking of becoming a fully qualified Sparky...
    • mestizomad
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    • doing employed first hours income years
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Business Related
  19. R

    Maintenance - claiming VAT back?

    Hi all, I have just started my first electrical maintenance job employed full time. Am I allowed/is there a way I can claim back the VAT on my future tool purchases? As it's my first job I will need to build up the tool list. Many thanks!
    • Rc3897
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    • charge claim company employed maintenance
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. 2

    Going self-employed as a domestic electrician

    20alActive EF Member Hello everyone, I need some advice. I am a 61 year old apprentice served electrician. I have been " in the game for 45 years ". Mostly I have been employed by companies in the commercial and industrial side. After arecent illness and a lot of thought I've decided I don't...
    • 20al
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    • domestic domestic electrician electrician employed going threads
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Domestic Electrician Forum

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