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More than five million taxpayers overpay with wrong tax codes – how to check yours is right
HMRC overcharged taxpayers £3.5 billion in income tax the latest data shows, with tax coding errors largely to blame. Accountants say it is “essential” people check their tax codes to avoid being hit with higher bills.
By Laura Miller Published
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Best savings rates – earn as much as 4.55%
Savings The best savings rates on the market pay up to 4.55% on your cash – but you will need to act fast before these top-paying accounts disappear
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Best regular savings accounts – get up to 7.5%
Savings The top regular savings accounts pay as much as 7.5%. If you’re looking to stash small amounts away each month, we list the accounts worth looking at
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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The best one-year fixed savings accounts – earn up to 4.55%
Savings One-year fixed savings accounts are offering inflation-beating rates of up to 4.55%. We've rounded up the best deals available on the market now
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Best easy-access savings accounts – earn up to 4.5%
Savings Easy-access savings accounts are offering inflation-busting rates of up to 4.5% on your cash savings, but they won't last for long. We look at the best interest rates on the market now
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Invest in forestry: a tax-efficient way to grow your wealth
Record sums are pouring into forestry funds. It makes sense to join the rush, says David Prosser
By David Prosser Published
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Five ‘bear traps’ to look out for this bonus season – and four ways to lessen the blow
March is the peak month for bonuses, but it can lead to tax and pension issues. We look at four ways to protect your hard-earned money.
By Sam Walker Published
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When is the self-assessment tax return deadline?
If you are self-employed, rent out a property or earn income from savings or investments, you may need to complete a self-assessment tax return. We run through the deadlines you need to know about
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Nationwide to cut interest rates on 37 savings accounts
Nationwide Building Society is slashing interest rates following the Bank of England’s decision to lower the base rate in December
By Sam Walker Published
