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<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div>Good article! I've done some minor updates, namely converting it to the wiki syntax and removing the manual table of contents as thats automatically generated (as long as you use wiki syntax). I had never considered contracting myself, but now I definitly won't! :)<br /> <br /> BTW there is another reason to hire a contracter... managers can offload responsibilty onto someone now in the company. For example if a company needs to lay off staff, they can hire a contractor to tell them what they already know but just so that management can say that "based on what the contracter said we have to...". Just my 2c<br /> <br /> --[[User:Cammy|The Dead One]] 21:35, 11 Dec 2005 (GMT)<br /> <br /> Hrmm.. I should probably add a disclaimer somewhere at the start. No-one should take what's posted there as being written in stone.</div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3012 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:36:54Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> <li>Useful links</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>The self employed fall into tax bracket 'S'. This means you pay 5% PRSI as opposed to about 13%.</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense your..er...expenses.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Umbrella Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <p><br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Sole trader''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> </p><br /> <p><br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Limited Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> </p><br /> <p><br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Limited Liability - You are not personally responsible for business debts. (Unless you act illegally)</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense capital purchases such as computer equipment for business use.</li><br /> <li>As a director of a company you can transfer a large percentage of your income into a pension, tax free.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> <li>Limited companies have to stay in operation for at least 5 years. Even if you finish working for the company it still exists in<br /> it's own right, and you need to provide end of year accounts to the Revenue</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> <br /> Options:<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Work out your own tax.</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do an end-of-year accounts, tell you how much tax you owe</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do your monthly returns and end of year accounts.</li><br /> </ul> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <p><br /> Whichever option or combination of options you choose, send your tax to the revenue. You can use the revenue online site,<br /> or send it through the post.<br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Useful links ==<br /> <br /> Business Access to State Information and Services - [http://www.basis.ie basis.ie]<br /> Revenue Online service - [http://www.ros.ie ros.ie]</div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3011 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:36:18Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> <li>Useful links</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>The self employed fall into tax bracket 'S'. This means you pay 5% PRSI as opposed to about 13%.</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense your..er...expenses.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Umbrella Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Sole trader''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Limited Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Limited Liability - You are not personally responsible for business debts. (Unless you act illegally)</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense capital purchases such as computer equipment for business use.</li><br /> <li>As a director of a company you can transfer a large percentage of your income into a pension, tax free.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> <li>Limited companies have to stay in operation for at least 5 years. Even if you finish working for the company it still exists in<br /> it's own right, and you need to provide end of year accounts to the Revenue</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> <br /> Options:<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Work out your own tax.</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do an end-of-year accounts, tell you how much tax you owe</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do your monthly returns and end of year accounts.</li><br /> </ul> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <p><br /> Whichever option or combination of options you choose, send your tax to the revenue. You can use the revenue online site,<br /> or send it through the post.<br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Useful links ==<br /> <br /> Business Access to State Information and Services - [http://www.basis.ie basis.ie]<br /> Revenue Online service - [http://www.ros.ie ros.ie]</div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3010 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:28:02Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> <li>Useful links</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>The self employed fall into tax bracket 'S'. This means you pay 5% PRSI as opposed to about 13%.</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense your..er...expenses.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Umbrella Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Sole trader''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Limited Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Limited Liability - You are not personally responsible for business debts. (Unless you act illegally)</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense capital purchases such as computer equipment for business use.</li><br /> <li>As a director of a company you can transfer a large percentage of your income into a pension, tax free.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> <li>Limited companies have to stay in operation for at least 5 years. Even if you finish working for the company it still exists in<br /> it's own right, and you need to provide end of year accounts to the Revenue</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> <br /> Options:<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Work out your own tax.</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do an end-of-year accounts, tell you how much tax you owe</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do your monthly returns and end of year accounts.</li><br /> </ul> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <p><br /> Whichever option or combination of options you choose, send your tax to the revenue. You can use the revenue online site,<br /> or send it through the post.<br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Useful links ==<br /> <br /> Business Access to State Information and Services - [http://www.basis.ie basis.ie]<br /> Revenue Online service - [http://www.ros.ie ros.ie]</div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3009 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:27:15Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> <li>Useful links</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>The self employed fall into tax bracket 'S'. This means you pay 5% PRSI as opposed to about 13%.</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense your..er...expenses.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Umbrella Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Sole trader''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Limited Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Limited Liability - You are not personally responsible for business debts. (Unless you act illegally)</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense capital purchases such as computer equipment for business use.</li><br /> <li>As a director of a company you can transfer a large percentage of your income into a pension, tax free.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> <li>Limited companies have to stay in operation for at least 5 years. Even if you finish working for the company it still exists in<br /> it's own right, and you need to provide end of year accounts to the Revenue</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> <br /> Options:<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Work out your own tax.</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do an end-of-year accounts, tell you how much tax you owe</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do your monthly returns and end of year accounts.</li><br /> </ul> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <p><br /> Whichever option or combination of options you choose, send your tax to the revenue. You can use the revenue online site,<br /> or send it through the post.<br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Useful links ==<br /> <br /> [http://www.basis.ie basis.ie Business Access to State Information and Services ]<br /> [http://www.ros.ie ros.ie Revenue Online service ]</div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3008 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:25:21Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> <li>Useful links</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>The self employed fall into tax bracket 'S'. This means you pay 5% PRSI as opposed to about 13%.</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense your..er...expenses.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Umbrella Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Sole trader''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Limited Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Limited Liability - You are not personally responsible for business debts. (Unless you act illegally)</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense capital purchases such as computer equipment for business use.</li><br /> <li>As a director of a company you can transfer a large percentage of your income into a pension, tax free.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> <li>Limited companies have to stay in operation for at least 5 years. Even if you finish working for the company it still exists in<br /> it's own right, and you need to provide end of year accounts to the Revenue</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> <br /> Options:<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Work out your own tax.</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do an end-of-year accounts, tell you how much tax you owe</li><br /> <li>Get an accountant to do your monthly returns and end of year accounts.</li><br /> </ul> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <p><br /> Whichever option or combination of options you choose, send your tax to the revenue. You can use the revenue online site,<br /> or send it through the post.<br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Useful links ==<br /> <br /> Business Access to State Information and Services - [http://www.basis.ie basis.ie basis.ie]<br /> Revenue Online service [http://www.ros.ie ros.ie ros.ie]</div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3007 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:18:21Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Umbrella Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Sole trader''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Limited Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Limited Liability - You are not personally responsible for business debts. (Unless you act illegally)</li><br /> <li>Ability to expense capital purchases such as computer equipment for business use.</li><br /> <li>As a director of a company you can transfer a large percentage of your income into a pension, tax free.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3006 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:15:24Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <p>''Umbrella Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Sole trader''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <p>''Limited Company''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3005 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:14:28Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> ''Umbrella Company''<br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <p>''Sole trader''</p><br /> <p><br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> </p><br /> <br /> ''Limited Company''<br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3004 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:13:50Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> ''Umbrella Company''<br /> An Umbrella company is essentially a payroll agency. They put you on their books for a monthly fee.<br /> You send them your monthly invoices and expenses; They collect the cash, do your monthly payroll, pay your tax, <br /> and transfer your wages into your accounts. <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Can be relatively expensive</li><br /> <li>Most payroll companies will not expense capital purchases, i.e.: Purchasing a computer for business use.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> ''Sole trader''<br /> A Sole trader is a one-man band. You send out your own invoices, keep a record of your own expenses, and pay yourself.<br /> At the end of the year you declare your taxes to the revenue.<br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Relatively Hassle free</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> ''Limited Company''<br /> A Limited Company is a registered company with limited liability and directors, and all that grown up stuff.<br /> <br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Necessary to form a limited company. This can be done by a company formation service (Costs around &euro;350), or <br /> by yourself. Check [www.cro.ie]</li><br /> <li>No need to set up a company, though you should register a business name.</li><br /> <li>If you earn less then &euro;20,000 you are not liable for tax.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Unlimited liability - Your personal assets are at risk from lawsuits or debts of the company. If you manage to burndown<br /> your employers offices, you're personally liable for the cost.</li><br /> <li>Most recruitement companies will not deal with a Sole trader.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> <li>Does not look professional.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3003 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:04:22Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>Umbrella Company</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> === Umbrella Company ===<br /> adsasd<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3002 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:03:30Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> ''' There are three main types of setups:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>[[Umbrella Company]]</li><br /> <li>Sole trader</li><br /> <li>Limited Company</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <p><br /> '''Umbrella Company'''<br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3001 Contracting 2005-12-11T17:01:29Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work / Is contracting for me? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li> You are good with people. Contracting is more about being able to sell yourself then a standard job. </li><br /> <li> You know your stuff, and can communicate it effectively.</li><br /> <li> You work well under pressure.</li><br /> <li> You can pick up new concepts and ways of working quickly.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''Contract work is not for you if:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>You have no savings, or are bad with money. You will be paid more, but the risk is that your contract may not be renewed. You need to be able to budget.</li><br /> <li>You are risk averse. There is an amount of gambling on getting a contract extension, or a new contract. If this will completely stress you out, or you have a huge mortgage to pay then it may be better to stick to a stable job.</li><br /> <li>You're a "clockwatcher". Contractors are expected to earn their keep. If you hang around waiting for the day to end you probably won't last long.</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> 3<br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=3000 Contracting 2005-12-11T16:53:34Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> <br /> '''The Pros:'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>More money then an employee doing the same job as a PAYE worker.</li><br /> <li>Flexibility to change jobs quickly.</li><br /> <li>Ability to move between different types of work, and constantly learn new things..</li><br /> </ul><br /> <br /> '''The Cons'''<br /> <ul><br /> <li>No Health insurance, pension, etc unless you get it yourself.</li><br /> <li>The expectation that you can "hit the ground running", you're hired to be more productive then an unexperienced worker, and<br /> you'd better deliver. </li><br /> <li>Occasionally there can be periods of unemployment in between contracts.</li><br /> <li>Occasionally, resentment from full time employees. "Contractor scum. Getting paid twice as much for the same job I do..."</li><br /> <br /> </ul><br /> <br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> 2<br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> 3<br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=2999 Contracting 2005-12-11T16:46:00Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> asdasdasdasd<br /> </p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> 2<br /> </p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <p><br /> 3<br /> </p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <a name="contracting_4"/><br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=2998 Contracting 2005-12-11T16:45:40Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks involved in contract work?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> asdasdasdasd<br /> <p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work? ==<br /> <a name="contracting_2"/><br /> <p><br /> 2<br /> <p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <br /> <a name="contracting_3"/><br /> <p><br /> 3<br /> <p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <a name="contracting_4"/><br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=2997 Contracting 2005-12-11T16:44:48Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li><a href="#contracting_1">Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</a></li><br /> <li><a href="#contracting_2">What are the risks involved in contract work?</a></li><br /> <li><a href="#contracting_3">I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</a></li><br /> <li><a href="#contracting_4">What do I do about tax?</a></li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> == Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee? ==<br /> <br /> <p><br /> 1<br /> <p><br /> <br /> == What are the risks involved in contract work? ==<br /> <a name="contracting_2"/><br /> <p><br /> 2<br /> <p><br /> <br /> == I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up? ==<br /> <br /> <a name="contracting_3"/><br /> <p><br /> 3<br /> <p><br /> <br /> <br /> == What do I do about tax? ==<br /> <a name="contracting_4"/><br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=2996 Contracting 2005-12-11T16:41:54Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div><p>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.</p><br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li><a href="#contracting_1">Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</a></li><br /> <li><a href="#contracting_2">What are the risks of contracting?</a></li><br /> <li><a href="#contracting_3">I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</a></li><br /> <li><a href="#contracting_4">What do I do about tax?</a></li><br /> </ol><br /> <br /> <a name="contracting_1"/><br /> <p><br /> 1<br /> <p><br /> <br /> <a name="contracting_2"/><br /> <p><br /> 2<br /> <p><br /> <br /> <a name="contracting_3"/><br /> <p><br /> 3<br /> <p><br /> <br /> <a name="contracting_4"/><br /> <p><br /> 4<br /> <p></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=2995 Contracting 2005-12-11T16:40:09Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div>This article is a basic FAQ about contract work.<br /> <br /> <ol><br /> <li>Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?</li><br /> <li>What are the risks of contracting?</li><br /> <li>I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?</li><br /> <li>What do I do about tax?</li><br /> </ol></div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Contracting&diff=2994 Contracting 2005-12-11T16:38:57Z

<p>Shimoda: </p> <hr /> <div>This article is basic FAQ contract work.<br /> <br /> <br /> 1) Whats the difference between working as a contract and a standard (PAYE) employee?<br /> 2) What are the risks of contracting?<br /> 3) I want to get into contracting. What type of company do I need to set up?<br /> 4) What do I do about tax</div>

Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Main_Page&diff=3015 Main Page 2005-12-11T16:35:05Z

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Shimoda https://wiki.redbrick.dcu.ie/index.php?title=Redbrick_Companies&diff=1072 Redbrick Companies 2005-09-21T17:57:12Z

<p>Shimoda: /* In present operation */</p> <hr /> <div>Once upon a time there were a lot of former RedBrick people starting companies, particularly in the professional services area. Do any of these companies still exist and if so, where do I find them? -- [[User:Fergus|fergus]]<br /> <br /> You can find them right here!<br /> <br /> ==In present operation==<br /> <br /> * [http://www.vade.ie Vade] - Internet Hosting: [[User:Kyper|kyper]].<br /> * [http://www.jeebers.com Jeebers] - E-business solutions: [[User:Jeebers|jeebers]].<br /> * [http://www.cliste.net Cliste] - Consultancy: [[User:Colmmacc|colmmacc]] and [[User:X|x]].<br /> * Beanbag Ltd - Consultancy: [[User:Shimoda|shimoda]].<br /> * [http://www.terminalfour.com Terminal4] - Enterprise Content Management: [[User:Piero|piero]] and [[User:Bubble|bubble]].<br /> <br /> ==Previous==<br /> <br /> * Eolach - Open Source consulting: [[User:Hyper|hyper]], [[User:Thalia|thalia]] and [[User:Fergus|fergus]].<br /> * [http://www.rfc-networks.ie RFC-Networks] - Web dev, hosting, consulting, open source: [[User:Phil|phil]], [[User:Mark|mark]] and [[User:Noelfitz|noelfitz]].<br /> <br /> ==Other companies brickies work for==<br /> <br /> * [http://www.securelinx.ie Securelinx] - Linux consultancy: [[User:Kpodesta|kpodesta]].<br /> * [http://www.pwc.ie PWC] - System Audits/Compliance: [[User:Cokane|cokane]].<br /> * [http://www.kerna.ie Kerna Communications]: [[User:Lecter|lecter]], [[User:Marvin|marvin]], [[User:Rob|rob]] and [[User:Bass|bass]].</div>

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