November 21st, 2018
What’s the difference between being a contractor and an employee? This is a question that more and more people are asking, and that’s because the number of people contracting is on the rise, big time.
Th... Read More
November 20th, 2018
Becoming a contractor takes guts! The freedom, flexibility and financial benefits it offers can be priceless, but it does come with some difficulties, including getting a mortgage. Taking your first steps on to the proper... Read More
November 15th, 2018
Freelancing might be great for flexibility and work-life balance, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be ambitious too. After a couple of years getting established and settled into the lifestyle, it’s natural... Read More
November 7th, 2018
Everyone loves a bargain, especially in the run-up to Christmas, a notoriously expensive time of year. But don’t let temptation get the better of you – or your money. Follow our top tips to get the best deals witho... Read More
November 5th, 2018
It’s a common misconception that the self-employed struggle to get on the housing ladder, when in fact this couldn’t be further from the truth!
There are a whole host of specialist brokers that can help ... Read More
October 30th, 2018
Amid growing pressure on the Government over its handling of Brexit, Chancellor Philip Hammond has delivered his final budget before the UK’s planned departure from the EU.
In his Budget announcement, the chan... Read More
October 25th, 2018
Timing, so they say, is everything, and using your time effectively isn’t just the key to a more productive life, it’s also the secret to a happier one. Contracting Scout has looked at 6 ways you can make bette... Read More
October 24th, 2018
Downsizing can be tricky and there are a whole host of things that need to be taken into consideration when moving to a smaller home.
Whether your children have flown the nest, your house is too big to manage, ... Read More
September 28th, 2018
Are you charging a competitive rate that will set you apart from other contractors?
In order to reap the financial rewards of contracting in the long term, you need to ensure that you price yourself competitively. W... Read More
September 26th, 2018
If you want to be roasting chestnuts on a new log fire this festive season, the countdown is on to buy a new home with the average time it takes from listing a property to moving in now standing at 13 weeks.
For inde... Read More
