I don't think anyone has posted this yet, there is now an online gov.uk site to check your eligibility for the self employment support scheme.
You need your UTR and NI number then it will tell you if you are eligible, if you are then you go through a form to prove your identity using driving...
Self employed electrician with no work due to corona virus. I’m a 1 man business carrying out work for private households mainly but due to cancellations I find myself with no work for foreseeable future.
What are my options.
Can I contact HMRC and say I’m no longer self employed and then apply...
I’m part of the CIS scheme. Like many builders we are employed by everything but name (we are self employed). I’ve been working for the same company for over 20 years ( a very good company), they deduct tax from me at source. Today they took the very understandable decision to suspend all work...
Sparkyninja is doing free online training during these changed times it’s a great time for doing some CPD and using our time wisely. Personally I’m doing my NEBOSH Diploma, let’s not waste the time. The guv is going to announce help for self employment and gig economy. The guys who have been...
Morning all.
I have had nearly all my jobs cancelled now. Still got a weeks work ahead but then perhaps 1 day a week. I was wondering if anyone new what the government plans are for the self employed with regards finance?
This might be a good thread to add to as new government plans come out...
Hello everyone I am new to this forum so ease me in gently!!!
I often found myself coming across this forum when I was seeking help or advice towards queries I had.
I am an Approved Electrician with 8 years experience across domestic, industrial, commercial and medical locations. I am often...
I'm starting to sound like a broken record but I have a few more queries.....
So officially I'm self employed as of this week. I have taken on an office rewire job through a family friend which should keep me busy until the spring time. I also have some electrical engineering work at a few of...
Hi Everyone,
New to the forum so please excuse any stupid questions which may come below. Sorry if this is long winded but I want to give a good overview of my situation to ensure I get the best advice.
I have very basic electrical knowledge and experience but I enjoy and get satisfaction from...
I know this will vary between areas of the country but what's the best way to know what the local companies are charging? I'm going out on own next month and have my price in mind but would like to know how that compares.
Hi all,
just a question regarding starting up as self employed electrician carrying out works in domestic installations such asEICRs, remedial works, consumer unit upgrades etc. I am hoping to start this mid 2020 and I am looking to get some info on pricing etc. I am based up in Scotland.
1-...
Hi all, I recently qualified myself to City & Guilds Level 2 & 3, done 18th edition and found myself a job on site as a subcontractor.
I’m told to invoice the business owner directly, and I’m self employed (registering with CIS tomorrow) but I need a better understanding of the tax as I always...
hi there,
i am new to this forum and any help would be appreciated.
I have been a fully qualified electrician for nearly two years. I completed an apprenticeship with laing o'rourke and i have just passed the 2391 test and inspection course making me an approved electrician. I am looking to...
I’m 23 and for the past year or so I’ve had a steady flow of my own work come in, 2/3 days a week (some stuff I’ve had to get someone else to do as I don’t have time) I want to solely do my own stuff but the transition seems awkward. I sub full time to other companies at whatever long term...
Sorry for long post in advance
After some honest advice about making the leap from being an employee to being my own boss, Been working as a spark for nearly 12 years and feel I've amassed a decent amount of experience and knowledge to have a crack myself, I've always worked for companies from...
Many in the forum are self employed with own companies.
If given opportunity or you were to start again from square 1, which plan route/step will you take when setting up? I.e
Qualified and you have bags of experience in many past years while employed, have hands tools but no power and MFT
Open...
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