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Digital assets ‘at risk of being lost’ due to lack of planning for death, Which? poll finds
News The consumer watchdog has issued a warning about digital assets after a survey found the majority of people have not drawn up instructions for how to access them after their death.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Why raising capital gains tax could reduce revenue for the government
A hike in CGT is predicted in next month’s Budget, but such a move could lower the amount of tax raked in by the government. We look at why this could happen
By Ruth Emery Published
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Will Labour hike capital gains tax on business sales?
Labour may tinker with capital gains tax (CGT) and trim related reliefs. What does this mean for small businesses?
By David Prosser Last updated
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Calculate the stamp duty on your house sale: how much of a UK sold house price is taxed?
The amount of stamp duty you pay depends on which band the house price you’re paying falls into. Here's how the tax works.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Fuel duty may rise in October Budget - what does this mean for petrol prices?
News Prime Minister Keir Starmer has refused to rule out ending the fuel duty freeze. We explain what this means for motorists
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Which taxes could go up in the Autumn Budget?
Rachel Reeves is set to deliver her first Budget on 30 October – and Keir Starmer has warned it will be painful. Which taxes could go up?
By Katie Williams Published
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Rachel Reeves: what could be in her Budget?
The UK’s first female chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will deliver the Labour government’s first Budget in October. We look at what could be announced
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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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 look at ways to keep your dividends safe and beat the tax trap
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Inheritance tax receipts rise again as rumours persist about Budget changes
Inheritance tax raised £2.8 billion during April to July 2024, which is £0.2 billion higher than the same period last year. Will the chancellor target the tax in her Budget?
By Ruth Emery Published