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Checklist: What to do if frozen tax thresholds put you in a higher tax bracket
The freeze on income tax bands will see millions dragged into higher rates of taxation. We explain what actions you need to take - plus some ways to save money.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Under 1% of capital gains reported to HMRC’s real time tool – are you filing a self-assessment tax return unnecessarily?
Advice Just 0.04% of the total capital gains tax collected came through HMRC's real time reporting service last year. We explain who can use this underutilised payment option
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Tax return deadline: Will you get your self-assessment forms in on time to HMRC?
Feature There is just a day until the tax return deadline - here is how to get your self-assessment in on time
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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HMRC crackdown on workers who earn extra income comes into force - what tax do you need to pay?
New rules have come into effect allowing the taxman to get a closer look at the extra income people are making through selling items online or renting out properties on Airbnb. We explain what it may mean for your tax bill.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Inheritance tax receipts move closer to record year after £400 million rise
News The Treasury raked in £5.7 billion from inheritance tax between April and December 2023 as it heads for record receipts
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Three pension-related reasons you might need to file a tax return
The self-assessment deadline is fast approaching, with millions of people due to submit a tax return by 31 January. But did you know you may need to file a return because of your pension savings? We explain all.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Pensions tax relief - why the taxman could owe you money
News If you're yet to complete a self-assessment tax return for 2022/23 ahead of the end of January deadline, then don't forget your unclaimed pensions tax relief. Here's how to make sure you claim all the tax relief you’re entitled to
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pensions boost for parents - new measures could help you get back £1,000s
Parents who opted out of receiving child benefit because of the High Income Child Benefit Tax Charge face getting a lower state pension - but a new fix means you’ll soon be able to plug the gap and it could be worth thousands
By John Fitzsimons Published
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Britain’s stifling tax burden
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Autumn Statement will see the tax burden rise in each of the next 5 years.
By Emily Hohler Published