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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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 consider.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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‘I’m a pensions and tax expert – watch out for six costly inheritance tax mistakes’More estates are forecast to be dragged into paying inheritance tax in years to come – if you’re one of them, there are some simple mistakes you’ll want to avoid.
By Sam Walker Published
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Should I give my property to my grandchildren before I die?Grandparents keen to help grandchildren onto the property ladder may consider gifting their own home before death. Here are inheritance tax rules to consider.
By Laura Miller Published
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Will taxes rise in the Burnham government's first Autumn Budget?New 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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Properties for sale in tax havensEight of the best properties for sale in tax havens – including an estate on the British Virgin Islands and a Regency villa in landscaped gardens in Guernsey.
By Natasha Langan Published
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The typical inheritance tax bill has jumped and more people will be affected – plan ahead nowRising house prices and frozen tax thresholds means the inheritance tax burden is set to grow – and it’ll surge further once pension pots are included in the net from April 2027. Thinking about inheritance planning has never been more important, says Jessica Sheldon.
By Jessica Sheldon Published
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Don’t miss 31 July ‘payment on account’ tax deadlineMany self-employed workers have a second tax payment deadline. With a 7.75% interest charge on late payments, it’s important to pay your bill on time
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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What is a land value tax and how would it work?A land value tax makes sense in theory. Could it work in practice – and will Andy Burnham implement the property tax?
By Simon Wilson Published
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How you could cut your inheritance tax bill and boost a loved one’s pension potFamilies will be looking at ways to reduce their estate when pensions fall into the scope of inheritance tax from April 2027.
By Sam Walker Published
