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New tax year changes: how much will you have to pay in 2025/26?
The new tax year will start on 6 April, 2025. We look at how taxes and allowances are changing and how they will affect you.
By Holly Thomas Published
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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 on 5 April
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How much stamp duty will I pay in 2025?
Stamp duty thresholds will drop at midnight tonight (31 March), potentially adding thousands to the cost of moving house. Are there ways to manage the hike?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Households face council tax hikes of up to 9.99% – how much more will you pay this year?
Council tax bills will rise in almost all areas from tomorrow, 1 April. We reveal the local authorities slapping on extra costs
By Katie Williams Last updated
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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
By Katie Williams Published
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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
By Ruth Emery Published
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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
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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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.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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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.
By Samantha Partington Last updated