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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 – here is what the changes could mean for investors
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Checklist: 10 easy moves to save you money before the end of the 2024/25 tax year
Tips The end of the 2024/25 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
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Six inheritance tax myths debunked
Life’s two certainties — death and taxes — come together to form the confusing world of inheritance tax. Here is everything you need to know about the misunderstood space to help save you money.
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What are National Insurance contributions?
Most of us pay National Insurance contributions but few of us really understand them. Here’s our guide to demystifying National Insurance.
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How much stamp duty do you pay on buy-to-let properties?
Stamp duty is an important cost to consider when buying property. We explain what rates landlords can expect to pay when purchasing a buy-to-let.
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How much stamp duty will I pay in 2025?
Stamp duty thresholds will revert to their original levels in April, which could add thousands to the cost of moving house. How much stamp duty will you have to pay in 2025?
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Should you sacrifice your salary for a bigger pension?
With employers’ National Insurance set to rise, salary sacrifice is becoming an increasingly popular means of reducing tax and maximising pension contributions
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The financial benefits of getting married – should you say 'I do'?
Marriage may be on your mind as Valentine’s Day approaches but fewer couples are getting hitched. There are legal, financial and tax privileges you could be giving up by not saying ‘I do’ – we look at the financial benefits of getting married
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Households face council tax hikes of up to 10% – how much more will you pay this year?
Some households will see a council tax increase of up to 10% this year, after the government allowed several local authorities to bypass the cap. We reveal the councils slapping on the extra costs
