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UK new tax year start: full list of HMRC tax codes and what they mean explained
With a new UK tax year now only hours away, you may be wondering what your tax codes mean.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Checklist: 10 easy moves to save you money before the end of the 2023/24 tax year
Tips The end of the 2023/24 tax year is fast approaching. We’ve put together an action plan so you can maximise valuable tax breaks and allowances before they disappear at midnight on 5 April
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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UK tax year end: five things high net worth investors need to do now to protect their wealth
You still have time to take advantage of 2023/24 UK tax year reliefs, through things like SIPPs and EIS funds. But time is running out.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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IHT receipts on track to hit a record high this financial year
The taxman is set to take £6.8 billion in inheritance tax between April 2023 and February 2024 after no reform was announced in the Spring Budget
By Vaishali Varu Published
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HMRC reverses decision to shut down self-assessment helpline
HMRC has taken a U-turn on closing down its self-assessment helpline between April and September, following backlash
By Oojal Dhanjal Published
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HMRC to close self-assessment helpline this spring and summer just as tax allowances are cut
News HMRC plans to close its self-assessment helpline between April and September. Here is how it could affect you
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How increasing pension contributions can boost your child benefit and your retirement
Advice High earners don’t need to wait for reforms to to reduce their child benefit tax bill.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How much will my council tax bill increase? 2024 Bands and discounts explained
Council tax bills are set for above-inflation increases. We've rounded up the changes across England, Scotland and Wales.
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Council tax crackdown on long-term empty homes from 1 April – how much more will you pay?
If you have a second property left empty for 12 months, you could face a double council tax charge from April
By Oojal Dhanjal Published