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Calculate the stamp duty on your house purchase: 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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Tax hikes push wealthy individuals to exit the UK – what are the risks of relocating?
Research suggests a wealth exodus may be taking place due to higher taxes under the Labour government
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Checklist: 10 easy moves to save you money before the end of the 2024/25 tax year
Tips The end of the 2024/25 tax year is fast approaching. We’ve put together an action plan so you can maximise valuable tax breaks and allowances before they disappear on 5 April
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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How much stamp duty will I pay in 2025?
Stamp duty thresholds will drop at midnight tonight (31 March), potentially adding thousands to the cost of moving house. Are there ways to manage the hike?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Households face council tax hikes of up to 9.99% – how much more will you pay this year?
Council tax bills will rise in almost all areas from tomorrow, 1 April. We reveal the local authorities slapping on extra costs
By Katie Williams Last updated
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Rachel Reeves faces £23 billion capital gains tax “black hole” – will she be forced to look elsewhere?
The fiscal watchdog has downgraded its forecast for capital gains tax revenues, leaving chancellor Rachel Reeves with £23 billion less than previously expected
By Katie Williams Published
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Child benefit tax return rules are changing – what is the high income child benefit charge?
High-earning parents will soon be spared the hassle of filing a tax return to pay back child benefit. We explain what’s changing and how the high income child benefit charge (HICBC) works
By Ruth Emery Published
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Late payment tax penalties rise - how much more could you pay?
The chancellor announced a hike to penalties for late tax returns in her Spring Statement as she scrambles to raise an extra £1 billion a year. Here’s what you need to know
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Should you take a 25% tax-free pension lump sum in instalments?
Taking out a 25% tax-free lump sum from your pension sounds appealing but it might not be the best way to manage your retirement savings.
By Holly Thomas Last updated