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paying myself a dividend from ltd company
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manage the company properly. if you aren't much aware about company rules and regulation or tax matters, get an accountant so that you don't mess up later. better off paying my self a dividend of 100% profit or as an employee? that depends on how much salary you intend to pay yourself, your dividend or how much business expenses you will incur while running the business.  generally speaking you are better off paying your self a minimum salary and pay the rest as dividends. but check out the dividend tax and the income tax you might need to pay and compare which situation you are better off. if you have a partner, using the dividend way will reduce your ni outgoes. ethical and legal? ethically the dividend way might burn your conscience but it is perfectly legal way of doing things.
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