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Taxpayers told to check capital gains tax return or risk penalty after rate changes
With the self-assessment deadline just three weeks away, taxpayers who need to report capital gains should take extra care to avoid a penalty after recent changes, accountants have warned. Here’s how.
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Do you still have to file a tax return if you don’t owe any tax?
Even if you do not owe the taxman any money, failure to complete and submit your tax return could result in a penalty costing you up to £1,600.
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Act now to avoid inheritance tax on your pension with this one simple change
A quick and easy paperwork change could avoid your children paying inheritance tax on your pension if you act now. Here’s how.
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'Expect more policy U-turns from Keir Starmer'
Opinion Keir Starmer’s government quickly changes its mind as soon as it runs into any opposition. It isn't hard to work out where the next U-turns will come from
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13 tax changes in 2026 – which taxes are going up?
As 2026 gets underway, we look at what lies ahead in terms of changes to tax rates and allowances this year and how it will affect you.
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Is your inheritance tax allowance cut if you sell to downsize or sell your home to pay for care?
Downsizing relief is a little-known benefit that could save your loved ones tens of thousands of pounds in inheritance tax after you’ve died.
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How to secure a lasting legacy as you pass your money
For many, transferring wealth is more about values than money. We look at how to create a legacy that sticks.
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Inheritance tax climbdown as agricultural property relief threshold raised
Reforms to agricultural property relief had sparked strong opposition, and the government has now diluted its controversial inheritance tax plans for farmers
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Modern Monetary Theory and the return of magical thinking
The Modern Monetary Theory is back in fashion again. How worried should we be?
