Tax
News, updates and analysis on the latest tax legislation, IHT changes, stamp duty thresholds, self-assessment deadlines, council tax bands and tax return filing checklists, from the MoneyWeek team.
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Government considering extra ‘mansion tax’ charge for overseas property ownersThe government has launched a consultation on levying a new premium on top of the impending mansion tax for non-UK resident property owners. Could it lead to the wealthy selling up?
By Sam Walker Published
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Salary sacrifice changes: millions set to cut pension contributionsPlans to restrict salary sacrifice on pension contributions will lead to lower levels of saving, according to the government's own estimates.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Best fixed rate cash ISAs – earn up to 4.72%Savings The best fixed rate cash ISAs are returning up to 4.72% on your savings. We look at the top deals for those willing to lock their cash away and earn guaranteed tax-free gains.
By Oojal Dhanjal Last updated
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MoneyWeek Talks: Are you prepared for new IHT changes?MoneyWeek Talks In our latest podcast, financial adviser Lisa Conway-Hughes runs through everything you need to know about the inheritance tax changes coming in April 2027.
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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Inheritance tax receipts fall to £0.7 billion in April – why more estates could be set to pay the ‘death tax’The government took £0.7 billion in inheritance tax in April, a fall from the same month in 2025, but more estates are likely to be dragged into HMRC’s net in the future.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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When is the self-assessment tax return deadline?If you are self-employed, rent out a property or earn income from savings or investments, you may need to complete a self-assessment tax return. We run through the deadlines that have already passed – and the ones you still need to consider.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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How much stamp duty do you pay on buy-to-let properties?Stamp duty is an important cost to consider when buying property. We explain what rates landlords can expect to pay when purchasing a buy-to-let.
By Holly Thomas Last updated
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Mansion tax: How the government’s High Value Council Tax Surcharge will workWork is underway on a mansion tax for high value homes from April 2028. We reveal when you would need to pay the charge and how you could get an exemption.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How ‘vast majority’ of pensioners could miss out on state pension tax concessionOnly one in 18 pensioners will benefit from the government’s planned income tax breaks, research suggests. Are there alternative options that would help more retirees?
By Sam Shaw Published
