by Michele Fensom | Apr 16, 2026 | Personal
If you are self-employed, it is important to understand which car and travel costs are allowable for tax purposes. You may claim allowable business expenses for car, van, and travel costs, which will reduce your taxable profits. Typical allowable costs include:...
by Michele Fensom | Nov 27, 2025 | Personal
Starting in 2028-29, the government will introduce a High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS) for residential properties in England valued at £2 million or more. This surcharge will be collected by local authorities, but the revenue will go to central...
by Michele Fensom | Mar 27, 2025 | Personal
Juggling higher education and parenting? Childcare Grants can ease the pressure by covering up to 85% of your childcare costs. If you're a full-time student with young children, this grant could make a real difference—and it doesn’t need to be repaid....
by Michele Fensom | Mar 13, 2025 | Personal
From April 2025, Child Benefit increases to £26.05 for the eldest child and £17.25 for others. Payments stop after a child turns 16 unless they continue in approved education or training. Parents must update HMRC by 31 August to avoid disruptions....
by Michele Fensom | Jan 30, 2025 | Personal
From 6 April 2025, new thresholds for student loan repayments will take effect, impacting borrowers across the UK. Whether you're on Plan 1, Plan 2, Plan 4, or repaying a postgraduate loan, here’s a breakdown of the latest changes and what they mean for you....
by Michele Fensom | Jun 27, 2024 | Personal
There are special rules under the Tenancy Deposit Scheme that limits the amount of deposit that landlords in England can request. There are also further limitations on what landlords and agents can charge tenants. If you are renting a residential property you may have...
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