End of tax year ‘To-Do’ checklist
The end of the financial tax year is fast approaching (5th April) and time is almost up to complete those tax year sensitive tasks. The end…
Income Tax
How to check if you’ve overpaid tax in 60 seconds
If you think that you may have paid too much income tax and could be due a refund then HMRC have a handy tax checker…
New tax break for married couples unveiled
David Cameron has unveiled a new tax break for married couples which could save them up to £200 a year. At present it is not…
Child Benefit tax trap – parents have until 5th October to avoid it
Child Benefit used to be a universal benefit available to all parents however, as of 7th January 2013 it became means-tested. Child benefit is now withdrawn…
Claim back income tax on a deceased spouse’s estate – Money tip #224
If your spouse or civil partner has died you may be able to claim back Income Tax on their behalf. Unfortunately, many people don’t realise…
Reader Q: Can I pay a pension contribution now to reduce last year’s tax bill?
Reader Question: I have a hefty tax bill to pay for 2011/2012 tax year due to a taxable event gain. However if I pay a…