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What is Equity Release? How Does It Work?
June 27, 2025Equity release is the way for people over 55 in the UK to get money from their home while still living in it. People generally use it to boost retirement income, pay debts, support family, or fund major expenses like...
Patent Box Tax Relief in the UK: The Ultimate Guide for 2025
June 20, 2025Patent Box Tax Relief was introduced in 2013 to encourage companies to retain and commercially use intellectual property within the UK. According to this tax incentive, the UK government offers a 10% reduced rate of corporation tax on profits earned...
10 Best Practices: How to Avoid Paying Tax on Rental Income in 2025
June 13, 2025Being a landlord in the UK entails numerous responsibilities as well as benefits. One of them includes taxation. Once you decide on renting out your property in the UK, you have to pay taxes on rental income. You do not...
How to Avoid Stamp Duty in 2025: 8 Best Ways
June 4, 2025Buying a new property in the UK comes with Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). It refers to the tax paid when you buy a property or land in the UK or Northern Ireland, which is more than £125,000 or £300,000...
Personal Savings Allowance: Everything You Need to Know in 2025
May 29, 2025Don’t you know how your savings are taxed? If not, you should learn about the Personal Savings Allowance (PSA) to manage your finances effectively. In the UK, the Personal Savings Allowance provides you with a tax break on interest earned...
Do You Pay Tax on Pension? Your Retirement Guide for 2025
May 23, 2025Retirement means the golden years of your life, not the beginning of unexpected tax surprises. Therefore, many retirees in the UK ask this critical question: Do you pay tax on your pension? The answer is straightforward: You have to pay...
How to Reduce Taxable Income in the UK: 10 Simple Ways
May 16, 2025The complexities of the UK tax system can be overwhelming if you try to retain and grow your wealth. With higher income tax rates up to 45%, you might ask yourself: How can I reduce my taxable income in the...
How Long After Buying a House Can You Rent It Out in the UK?
May 6, 2025Rental income appeals to many, especially those who want to earn extra income. However, a question arises: How long after buying a house can you rent it out in the UK? Although renting out a new property is common, it...