A reminder to consider the Marriage Allowance
Many married couples and civil partners could be missing out on valuable tax savings available by claiming the Marriage Allowance. If your circumstances are suitable, this is a
Are you affected by the High Income Child Benefit Charge?
Families claiming Child Benefit should be aware of the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC), which can apply when one member of the household has a higher income.
The charge
A reminder of the tax rules for online sellers
A reminder that the tax rules for how online platforms report seller information to HMRC changed on 1 January 2024. Digital platforms such as eBay, Vinted and Airbnb are required
Tax on rental income
If you receive income from renting out property, it is important to understand your tax obligations and the reliefs that may be available. Rental income is generally taxable,
Claiming to reduce payments on account
Self-assessment taxpayers are usually required to make payments on account to pay their Income Tax liabilities. These are paid in two instalments, the first on 31 January during
Making Tax Digital – which software to use
Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax is now in force for many self-employed individuals and landlords. Since 6 April 2026, taxpayers with qualifying business or property income
Working out your UK residence status
Your UK residence status affects how much tax you pay in the UK and, in particular, whether your foreign income and gains are subject to UK tax.
In simple terms, UK residents are
Do you need to register for self-assessment?
Depending on your income and circumstances, you may need to register for self-assessment. This may be the case even if most of your income is taxed through PAYE.
You will usually
The 60% tax band
Many taxpayers are surprised to learn that once their income exceeds £100,000, they can face an effective tax rate of 60%, although officially, no such rate appears to exist. This
How dividends are taxed
Dividends are taxed differently from other types of income, with separate allowances and tax rates that depend on your overall level of income. You do not pay tax on dividends that