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British freelancers abroad still haunted by IR35
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In recent years highly skilled contractors have made the move abroad for a better way of life, Brexit or simply for personal reasons. Following the move, many believe it means the ability to attain freelance projects…
Bali soon to be tax-free for freelancers
Indonesia's tourism minister Sandiaga Uno has said the country, including islands like Bali, will soon start to issue five-year ‘digital nomad visas’ to attract up to 3.6 million overseas travellers and create one million jobs for…
Don’t believe the stereotype: dog breed myths debunked
If you have a canine office buddy ( or are considering adopting one) you may be surprised by a new study that challenges dog breed reputations
Any unsuspecting delivery person or postman walking up our drive would think we have a jowly,…
IR35: Move abroad and you’ll get preferential treatment from UK clients, says contractor
READER LETTERS
I have been following your newsletter and meaning to get in touch for a while. I am one of the many small business operators in the IT sector who emigrated in recent years due to IR35 changes and ever-increasing taxes…
Report: colour impacts how people treat you
Colour has an impact on how people treat and react to you. Whether it be the colours of your car, clothes, the colour of your hair or the colours of makeup you choose - they all have an effect. That's according to research conducted by two…
Impressive last-minute Jubilee Party dishes
Most freelancers are juggling projects and family demands as usual so when they are asked to bring something to a Jubilee Party dishes for all the neighbours to witness, they may start to fret.
For those last-minute attempts to impress…
How to plan for a summer abroad working remotely
If you already work remotely or have the opportunity to over the summer months, then why not consider travelling to an exciting new location? Here are some sites that can help you make that happen.
Remote Year
To get an idea of…
Freelancers saved from big energy bills
Freelancers will be among those in Spain and Portugal who will see gas and power bills dropped significantly through a new law, as much as €90. But many freelancers in the UK are not holding their breath about a windfall tax on oil and gas…
Why I bought the Hairy Bikers’ new healthy cookbook before it was even out on the shelves
I am not one for impulse purchases. But, on this one sunny morning, I made an exception. I happened to be on the way back from the school run and tuned into the Chris Moyles radio show when one of Britain’s foodie heroes came on – Si King…
Dubai: new residency rules welcome freelancers and their families
More freelancers could call Dubai their home thanks to an overhaul of the Emirate's latest residency rules. Two new visas boast a no-sponsor-needed residency and are being highly praised for their flexible and long-term approach.
The…