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 know about
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Self-assessment taxpayers overpaid £8.9 billion last year – could you be owed money?
Millions of taxpayers are paying too much income tax when they file their self-assessment returns, new figures show. Here’s how to avoid overpaying, and the ways to reclaim what you’re owed.
By Laura Miller Published
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Redundancy on the rise – how to manage a sudden drop in income
Unemployment and redundancies are higher than a year ago, new figures show. We look at how to protect your finances if you face a sudden loss of income.
By Laura Miller Published
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Six steps business owners should consider before April inheritance tax relief change
New limits to inheritance tax-free allowances are coming in from the Spring that affect business owners. Those looking to sell or transfer their assets into a trust before the changes need to act now
By Laura Miller Published
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Taxpayers urged to fight automated HMRC penalties as 20,000 win on appeal
HMRC loses more than 60% of cases when taxpayers appeal an automated penalty it has imposed, new figures show.
By Laura Miller Published
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More than five million taxpayers overpay with wrong tax codes – how to check yours is right
HMRC overcharged taxpayers £3.5 billion in income tax the latest data shows, with tax coding errors largely to blame. Accountants say it is “essential” people check their tax codes to avoid being hit with higher bills.
By Laura Miller Published
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Invest in forestry: a tax-efficient way to grow your wealth
Record sums are pouring into forestry funds. It makes sense to join the rush, says David Prosser
By David Prosser Published
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Two million taxpayers to be hit by £100k tax trap by 2026/27
Frozen thresholds mean more people than ever are set to pay an effective income tax rate of 60% as their earnings increase beyond £100,000. We look at why, as well as how you can avoid being caught in the trap.
By Daniel Hilton Published
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How the mansion tax could affect you even if your home is valued below £2 million
The mansion tax will apply to homes worth above £2 million from April 2028 but even lower-value properties could be looked at, MPs have been told.
By Marc Shoffman Published
