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Danbro’s Employment Umbrella

May 17 2019 @ 11:43 am by Dena Salthouse

Danbro Employment Umbrella At Danbro, we’re more than payroll providers, we’re employers. For decades, our employment umbrella has provided contractors like you with the security and reliability of continuous employment. We offer the benefits – over and above those which are statutory – and protection of full-time employment. It’s flexible too. Not only for you […]…

Getting paid if you’re Self-Employed

May 09 2019 @ 10:00 am by Sam Wright

For self-employed people, such as contractors, sole traders, freelancers, and those running their own limited companies, getting paid doesn’t always carry the same certainty as it does for those in full-time employment. Understanding when payments are made and managing pay from multiple employers can be tricky. Furthermore, the challenge of maximising your take home pay […]…

What is an Umbrella Company?

April 23 2019 @ 9:00 am by Sam Wright

In an ever-expanding contractor market, concerns over long-term financial commitments, frustration at a lack of holidays or maternity / paternity pay, and a general unease about making ends meet between contracts, will be familiar to most people in self-employment. For many, the freedom that freelancing affords is countered by the responsibility, not to mention uncertainty, […]…

‘Dear Danbro, Should I Incorporate My Business?’

April 11 2019 @ 10:00 am by Sam Wright

From our very own sole trading clients, to those just starting out in business, we’re often asked about the benefits of incorporation. Whilst it can have huge advantages for contractors, freelancers and small business owners, it doesn’t suit everyone. So, should you incorporate your business and what do you stand to gain from doing so? […]…

Understanding Your Tax Code

April 05 2019 @ 1:02 pm by Sam Wright

Whether you’re a contractor or permanent employee, understanding your payslip can be confusing. It’s easy to focus on the bottom line, but your tax code is something that shouldn’t be ignored. You ought to be aware of the code that applies to you, however, you’d be forgiven if your tax code knowledge is somewhat lacking. […]…

How do I claim my CIS tax back?

March 25 2019 @ 11:29 am by Sam Wright

If you’ve had tax deducted as part of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), you could be missing out on money you’re entitled to! With the new tax year just a couple of days away, the time to claim your refund is fast approaching. While you can complete your return individually, some people avoid or delay […]…

‘My Franchise Journey’, with Jane Maudsley

March 20 2019 @ 12:30 pm by Sam Wright

Jane Maudsley is the Founder and Franchisor of Little Voices, one of the UK’s leading organisations for ‘performing arts training’. She is also a mother, a trained opera singer, and an active and supportive member of EWIF (Encouraging Women Into Franchising). Danbro recently caught up with Jane to discuss her career, the challenges she’s overcome, […]…

‘My Franchise Journey’, With Nikki Geddes

February 21 2019 @ 2:15 pm by Sam Wright

When it comes to franchising, growth is key. If you’re an established franchisor, or if you’re considering franchising your business, then you need to be asking yourself: how could I grow my franchise? We recently spoke to Nikki Geddes, Founder and Franchisor at Kiddy Cook. She opened up about her career in franchising, the challenges […]…

5 Top Tips for Franchising Your Business

February 19 2019 @ 10:00 am by Sam Wright

Franchising gives you, as a business owner, the opportunity to grow your business. However, choosing whether or not to franchise your company can be a difficult decision to make. So, to help you decide, and to give you some guidance on how to make it a success, here are five tips for franchising your business. […]…

How ‘Management Information’ can benefit your franchise

February 15 2019 @ 11:00 am by Sam Wright

If you’re looking to grow your franchise, professional performance analysis could hold the key to keeping ahead of the competition. More businesses are now using Management Information, the process of evaluating franchisee performance against other franchisees in the same network. Management Information allows us to gain a solid understanding of your franchise, helping you set, […]…
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