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Tax dodge of the week: paired up? Then pay less

According to Independent Financial Advice Promotion, couples unnecessarily hand over £224m of tax to the Inland Revenue each year.

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Tax dodge of the week: act fast to save on CGT

Indexation relief is disappearing on 6 April when the new capital gains tax (CGT) flat rate of 18% comes into force, so use it now. You will, however, need a helpful spouse.

Tax dodge of the week: how to save IHT after a death

It's usually too late to save inheritance tax if action isn't taken until after a person's death - but if the deceased holds shares there are certain steps you can take.

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ISAs: a good way to keep the taxman at bay

ISAs may not be perfect, but you should still be sure to make full use of your allowance. The problem this year, however, is working out how to protect your £7,000 from market volatility.

Articles

Tax dodge of the week: childcare relief could save you a packet

You can claim tax relief of up to £55 a week, using Government vouchers to...

Tax laws: Save your sympathy for the Doms

The run-up to the Budget has been dominated by the yelps of non-doms complaining...

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