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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Households to fork out up to 9% more in council tax this year – how much more will you pay?
Council tax bills rose in most local authorities in England on 1 April. How much more do you face paying?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Making Tax Digital: what is it and who does it affect?
Thousands of sole traders and landlords now have to start reporting their earnings digitally on a quarterly basis to HMRC after changes came in this April – here is what you need to know
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Probate cases taking nearly two years to be granted soar 131% – ways to cut the wait
Delays to probate are on the rise with experts warning of worse to come once pensions are subject to inheritance tax rules from next April. But there are ways to help your loved ones now.
By Laura Miller Published
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New tax year changes: how much do you have to pay in 2026/27?
The new tax year brings with it numerous tax hikes. We look at what is changing and how it will affect you.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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The 3 tax changes coming in April 2027 that you should prepare for now
Changes to the treatment of pensions for inheritance tax and reduced cash ISA allowances are coming next year. We explain how to get your finances prepared.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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What is inheritance tax (IHT)?
What is inheritance tax (IHT) and why are more families falling into the tax trap? What is IHT and who has to pay it?
By Sam Walker Last updated
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Rush to take pension lump sum early hits five year high over inheritance tax fears
Thousands more 55 year olds took billions more from their pensions as soon as they could last year before the retirement pots become subject to inheritance tax from next April. We look at what to consider if you are cashing in.
By Laura Miller Published
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Best fixed rate cash ISAs – earn up to 4.55%
Savings The best fixed rate cash ISAs are returning up to 4.55% on your savings. We look at the top deals for those willing to lock their cash away.
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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Government refuses to give families more time to pay inheritance tax on pensions
Calls to double the amount of time families have to pay inheritance tax when pensions are included from next April have been rejected by the government
By Laura Miller Last updated
