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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Best fixed rate cash ISAs – earn up to 4.66%Savings The best fixed rate cash ISAs are returning up to 4.66% 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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London is the UK's tax error hotspot – common mistakes and how to avoid a fineMore than 3,000 Londoners admitted they paid the wrong tax last year, the highest across the UK. We look at the typical pitfalls when it comes to paying tax and avoiding fines.
By Laura Miller Published
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What makes you wealthy in the UK?What the government perceives as ‘wealthy’ counts when it comes to tax. We break down the figures and explain 10 ways to protect yourself from the taxman
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Inheritance tax scam warning – how to protect your pension pots ahead of 2027 rule changePensions will be included in estates for inheritance tax purposes from 2027 – but experts warn that savers should be wary of too-good-to-be-true avoidance schemes
By Laura Miller Last updated
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What would a Reform UK government mean for your money?Reform UK was by far the biggest winner in the latest set of local elections, placing them in a good position to transform local wins to a general election victory. If they were to pull it off, what would it mean for your money?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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Pension inheritance tax paperwork nightmare – how to prepare to avoid penaltiesPensions will be included in inheritance tax calculations from April 2027 and your executors will have to shoulder the burden of finding all your unused pots. Here’s what you need to know.
By Laura Miller Last updated
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What frozen tax thresholds would be now – including an allowance which hasn’t risen in 45 yearsCertain tax allowances would be almost four times higher if they had kept pace with inflation
By Laura Miller Last updated
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Inheritance tax quiz: How much do you know about Britain’s 'most hated' tax?Quiz Inheritance tax is one of the 'most hated' taxes in the UK, and a growing number of people face having to contend with it. Are you up to date with the rules?
By MoneyWeek Published
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The £1m inheritance tax-free allowance illusion – why many couples don’t get itThe maximum amount a couple can pass on free of inheritance tax is £1 million in assets – but the reality is often very different. We look at why the £1 million inheritance tax-free allowance might be less than you think.
By Laura Miller Published
