by Michele Fensom | Jul 30, 2026 | Income Tax
With childcare costs continuing to rise, many working families could be missing out on valuable support through the Tax-Free Childcare scheme. The scheme helps eligible parents pay for registered childcare by providing a government top-up on their contributions. For...
by Michele Fensom | Jul 20, 2026 | Income Tax
Many employees and business owners have welcomed higher earnings over the past few years. However, for a growing number of taxpayers, a larger salary does not necessarily mean significantly more money in their pocket. The reason is a process known as fiscal drag....
by Michele Fensom | Jul 16, 2026 | Income Tax
Not every hobby becomes a taxable business, but it is important to be aware when this can happen. This can apply even if you are making some money from your hobby. HMRC looks at a range of factors to decide whether an activity is a genuine trade, including whether...
by Michele Fensom | Jul 9, 2026 | Income Tax
If you are self-employed, claiming all of your allowable business expenses can reduce your taxable profit and, in turn, the amount of Income Tax you pay. Allowable expenses are costs that are incurred wholly and exclusively for the purposes of your business. Typical...
by Michele Fensom | Jul 9, 2026 | Income Tax
Most individuals can earn interest from their savings without incurring a tax liability thanks to a number of allowances available each tax year (from 6 April to 5 April). These include your Personal Allowance, the starting rate for savings, and the Personal Savings...
by Michele Fensom | Jul 9, 2026 | Income Tax
If you are already registered for Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, it is important to ensure you are ready for your first quarterly update deadline. Unlike a traditional self-assessment return, MTD requires you to keep digital records and submit regular...
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