Subcontracting Through EEBS: Retain Self-Employed Status.

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Retain Your Self-Employed Status with EEBS.

Why is subcontracting through EEBS better than PAYE?

Higher take home pay

Ability to offset business expenses against tax paid

Reduced rates of National Insurance

Freedom of movement between contractors

HMRC will not be able to question you self-employed status

Why is subcontracting through EEBS better than subcontracting direct?

No delays in receiving payment

HMRC will not be able to question your self-employed status.

What do I need to pay to sign up?

Nothing. Simply call or e mail us and request the registration forms.

We agree a rate for your services and pay you that amount minus CIS tax

We receive a small margin from either you or the contractor, depending on who you are working with. In some instances the contractor will pay the margin, generally if you are with an agency you pay the margin.

You are not obliged to work for us for any minimum or specific period of time

There are no setup or exit fees

You can stop using our services at any time without notice

There are no other hidden or extra costs involved

What restrictions does this impose on me?

None

You are not obliged to work for us for any minimum or specific period of time

You can stop accepting work at any time without notice

How do I sign up?

Simply call us on 0845 257 3327 or e mail the details of the firm you would like to carry out work for and we will contact them. If they become a client of ours as a result of your referral we will send you a cheque for £100.

Please note: before you can register with EEBS as a self-employed subcontractor you must have a UTR number and be registered with CIS (see below)

Registering as self-employed within the Construction Industry

Before you can work for EEBS or anybody else as self-employed you must:

Register with HMRC as self-employed and obtain your Unique Tax Reference (UTR) number. You can do this by calling 0845 915 4515 or online at HMRC - Self-Employment Registration