Tax
News, updates and analysis on the latest tax legislation, IHT changes, stamp duty thresholds, self-assessment deadlines, council tax bands and tax return filing checklists, from the MoneyWeek team.
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Simple assessment explained: are you at risk of an unexpected tax bill?Pensioners and savers could get shock letters from HMRC saying they owe more tax due to frozen thresholds, under a system known as simple assessment. Here is what it means for you.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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How to avoid the savings interest tax trapMillions of savers are being urged to look at ways to shelter their cash from the taxman as the tax burden on savings escalates
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Does your family face a triple tax blow after inheritance tax changes? How to limit the impactUnused pensions will fall under the scope of inheritance tax from April 2027 – and it could see some families left with sizeable tax bills.
By Sam Walker Published
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Could a pay rise reduce your tax allowances? How to cut your income tax bill insteadMany people fear a pay rise will mean missing out on valuable tax benefits but there are steps you can take to earn more without losing out financially.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Do you pay tax on cryptoassets? How to report and pay itTens of thousands of letters were sent to crypto investors suspected of underpaying tax in 2025/26. How do you report and pay tax on any gains you’ve made?
By Sam Walker Published
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Making Tax Digital: what is it and who does it affect?With Making Tax Digital, thousands of sole traders and landlords now have to start reporting their earnings digitally quarterly. Here's what you need to know.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Inheritance tax receipts continue to rise – can you reduce your bill?Increasing asset values and frozen tax thresholds mean that inheritance tax receipts are on the rise.
By Sam Walker Last updated
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How to file a self-assessment tax returnMillions of people in the UK have to file a tax return to HMRC every year. Our step-by-step guide explains all the need-to-knows.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Inheritance tax refunds: how to claim money back if asset prices fallIf you pay too much inheritance tax because the value of an inherited asset falls in price, you could be eligible for a refund.
By Sam Walker Last updated
