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Rachel Reeves faces £23 billion capital gains tax “black hole” – will she be forced to look elsewhere?
The fiscal watchdog has downgraded its forecast for capital gains tax revenues, leaving chancellor Rachel Reeves with £23 billion less than previously expected
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Child benefit tax return rules are changing – what is the high income child benefit charge?
High-earning parents will soon be spared the hassle of filing a tax return to pay back child benefit. We explain what’s changing and how the high income child benefit charge (HICBC) works
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Late payment tax penalties rise - how much more could you pay?
The chancellor announced a hike to penalties for late tax returns in her Spring Statement as she scrambles to raise an extra £1 billion a year. Here’s what you need to know
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How to avoid inheritance tax by giving your money away
Inheritance tax is one we don’t like to think about – but by carrying out some estate planning there are ways to beat the tax by passing money to your family while you’re still alive. We explain how the rules work.
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Inheritance tax refunds: How to claim money back if property price falls
As Government receipts for inheritance tax reach a record high this year, make sure you haven’t overpaid. We explain how to claim a refund.
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Should you take a 25% tax-free pension lump sum in instalments?
Taking out a 25% tax-free lump sum from your pension sounds appealing but it might not be the best way to manage your retirement savings.
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Could Labour introduce a 2% wealth tax?
As the chancellor puts the final touches to next week’s Spring Statement, there are growing calls for a 2% wealth tax to be introduced. Campaigners say it would tackle economic inequality and raise billions of pounds in revenue
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How much council tax will you have to pay on a second home?
Second home council tax will surge from April across many parts of England. It follows similar local authority changes in Scotland and Wales.
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Will Rachel Reeves impose £4,000 cash ISA limit?
Lobbyists have suggested scrapping cash ISAs or restricting the tax-free allowance at £4,000 to boost investment in UK stocks. Will Rachel Reeves announce changes in the Spring Statement?
