Who is covered by CIS The Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) covers most construction work to buildings, including site preparation, decorating and refurbishment. Mainstream contractors If your business is construction and you pay subcontractors for construction work, you’re a ‘mainstream’ contractor…. Read More ›
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Painters & Decorators – Just Starting out?
The Journey ahead You have decided that you want to to become a painter or decorator – now decide how you will achieve this. Speaking to a good accountant makes the journey much smoother and fruitful in the long run…. Read More ›
Accounting in the Construction Sector
Why is construction accounting different? If you work in the construction industry, you’ll know there’s rarely a fixed business structure. The site manager probably doesn’t employ the other people working on a project. They are likely to be a contractor… Read More ›
Starting out business in the the building Trade – How to market yourself and get going!
Welcome to one of our regular series for new business starts ups. On weekly basis, we deal with a number of new business starting up and we get asked on a regular basis by the owners, how do they attract more… Read More ›
Looking to start a business as a Tiler this year – What are the main factors to consider.
Industry Sector: Tiling Services This week we shall cast our net to who ever might want to become a Tiler this year. It is an extremely had work but if you are determined you can certainly make a career out… Read More ›
Builder’s Licence – Construction Industry
Starting a Job as a Builder this week, Do you really need any licence at all? There are no specific licences that you need to work as a general builder, so if your business activities are going to fall within… Read More ›
Are you a Sub – contractor working in the construction industry in the UK, you might be entitled to a tax refund!
Are you are a self employed Sub – contractor working in the construction industry in the UK, you might be entitled to a tax refund! If you are a sub-contractor registered under the HMRC Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), to work for… Read More ›
Work that falls within the CIS scheme
It’s important to know which type of work falls under the Construction Industry Scheme. Some times it might not be obvious but all the same good to know what is what. How to Deal with Sub Contractor payments Under the… Read More ›