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HMRC launches one week warning for tax credit renewals
News Tax credit customers have until 31 July to submit renewals amid a scam warning from HMRC
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Inheritance tax refunds: Are you due one amid falling property prices?
Advice Inheritance tax refunds are set to rise amid the current house market slump - but it must be proactively claimed. We explain how
By Katie Binns Last updated
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How to get a council tax reduction
Tips Council taxes have risen almost across the board, but some people can get a council tax reduction. We explain who can possibly get hundreds off their yearly bill
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Inheritance tax receipts hit £1.2bn
News More people are being hit by inheritance tax amid rising property prices - and 16m are unaware of whether or not their families could be left to pay a bill when they die.
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Cut taxes? No, reform them instead
Opinion The way the state raises money is far too complicated, says Merryn Somerset Webb. Time for a radical revamp.
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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Sacrifice your salary for a bigger pension
Features Paying into your pension through the salary sacrifice scheme could boost not only the size of your pension pot, but also your take home pay. We explain how to make salary sacrifice pensions work for you.
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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One in five taxpayers to pay higher rate of income tax by 2027
News Frozen income tax thresholds mean considerably more middle-earners will have to start paying higher-rate tax. We explain what you can do to avoid the fiscal drag.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How to reduce your IHT bill by gifting
Tips Inheritance tax bills can be complex, but passing on some of your wealth to your children by gifting can help reduce how much of your estate ends up with the tax man. Lisa Conway-Hughes, a qualified financial adviser, explains how to keep your IHT bill low.
By Lisa Conway-Hughes Last updated
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Six IHT myths debunked
Analysis Life’s two certainties - death and taxes - come together to form the confusing world of inheritance tax. Here is everything you need to know about the misunderstood space to help save you money.
By Tom Higgins Published
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