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  1. 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?
  2. HumbleWorker 91RT

    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
  3. Katfinnuk

    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...
  4. 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...
  5. 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...
  6. 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.
  7. 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...
  8. Apeglar

    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...
  9. 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...
  10. 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...
  11. S

    I Need Work 17th edition Electrician needed in mid Cornwall

    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...
  12. bcm_spark

    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...
  13. 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...
  14. S

    Self employed

    Hey guys I'm hoping to go subbing in the near future (any one from the Nottingham area who's taking on sub contractors feel free to get in touch lol). Currently looking for a van but don't want to spend a fortune. I've seen a caddy 57 plate 110k on the clock, Cambelt done, full service...
  15. 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...
  16. 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!
  17. 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...
  18. akwoody2

    Is it worth going LTD?

    Evening, Im currently employed working shifts, on my days off i work for myself as a sole trader, roughly 2-3 days a week. Every penny i earn self employed i get taxed 40%. It got me thinking, is it worth going LTD to avoid this? To the people that are LTD whats you experience and what are...
  19. GL4Spark

    Calling all self employed! Wholesaler related

    Evening you lot Just wondering what the current idea is with different wholesalers- who's expensive, who's got the stock etc. Been subbing to a company for a while now who use CEF but their prices seem very steep... although I understand it depends how much you're buying from them? Also how...
  20. A

    Becoming self employed - is it really that easy?

    Morning all. Woke up and realised I've just about had enough of being cards in. I'm working for a great company and I get payed a decent wage but I can't stop thinking how easy it looks going it alone. I get quite a few emails and phone calls from recruitment agencies asking me to do contract...

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