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Do you have to file a tax return if you don’t owe any tax?Even if you do not owe the taxman any money, failure to complete and submit your tax return could result in a penalty costing you up to £1,600.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Mortgage overpayment calculator: Pay off home loan early?Our mortgage overpayment calculator can help you to see how much overpayments can reduce your mortgage balance.
By Holly Thomas Last updated
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Will taxes rise in the Burnham government's first Autumn Budget?Prime minister Andy Burnham said he will stick to Labour’s manifesto commitment to not raise income tax, National Insurance, or VAT. But what other taxes could new chancellor John Healey target?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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How to avoid inheritance tax by giving your money awayRegular gifting can reduce your inheritance tax bill by tens of thousands of pounds. We explain how the rules work.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Why your family needs to talk about inheritance tax nowOpinion More people are set to be dragged into the inheritance tax net, making it all the more important to talk about inheritance with your family.
By Delicious Orie Published
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Could an increase in capital gains tax help tackle the cost of living?Capital gains tax rate hikes are reportedly on the table ahead of the Autumn Budget. While some experts believe it could provide funds for the Treasury, others say it could cost the government money.
By Sam Walker Published
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Petrol prices reach four year high – how much will a full tank cost you now?Fuel prices have continued to rise as the Iran war has kept the price of oil volatile since the end of February. How can you find the cheapest deal?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Is your pension portfolio in danger?Pension savers who opted for the default passive investment route could be sleepwalking into disaster. Check where you stand, says David Prosser
By David Prosser Published
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Wealth taxes are pure “slopulism”History shows that wealth taxes don't work. So why are we still talking about them?
By Stuart Watkins Published
