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Tax hikes push wealthy individuals to exit the UK – what are the risks of relocating?
Research suggests a wealth exodus may be taking place due to higher taxes under the Labour government
By Marc Shoffman Published
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10 ways to cut your capital gains tax bill
The chancellor hiked capital gains tax rates in the Autumn Budget, but these 10 steps could help you cut your bill
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Full list of HMRC tax codes and what they mean
Tax codes can tell us vital information about how much we are paying HMRC in the current tax year. Here's how to check you've got the correct code
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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HMRC hikes interest rate for late tax payments - what it means for your tax bill
Buried in the Autumn Budget was a 1.5% hike to the interest rate charged on late tax payments. Experts say it is unfair and represents a “hidden tax rise”. We explain how it works, and how to avoid it
By Ruth Emery Published
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How to keep your dividends safe from the taxman
Advice The number of people expected to pay dividend tax in 2024/25 has doubled since 2021/22. We reveal six ways to keep your dividends safe and beat the tax trap
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Inheritance tax receipts jump 11% even before Autumn Budget overhaul
Official figures show inheritance tax receipts are rising even before the chancellor’s changes to reliefs
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Inheritance tax: will you pay more after the Autumn Budget?
The government is already collecting a record amount of inheritance tax. Will changes in the Autumn Budget send death duties even higher?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Pensioners to pay “retirement tax” within three years, according to state pension forecasts
The state pension is set to reach £12,592 by 2027, meaning it will exceed the tax-free personal allowance. We look at the latest forecasts, and how frozen tax thresholds affect retirees
By Ruth Emery Published
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How to check your council tax band
Tips Thousands of homeowners continue to overpay for council tax because they are on wrong band. We look at how to check your council tax band and whether you could save thousands with a few simple steps
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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