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The thought of my pension is causing some tension
It is possible to start withdrawing money from most personal pensions at the age of 55. With defined contribution pensions
Self-Assessment threshold change
The £100,000 threshold for Self-Assessment change for taxpayers taxed through PAYE only, increased from £100,000 to £150,000
Pension tax relief at source
You can usually claim tax relief for your private pension contributions. There is an annual allowance for tax relief on pensions of £60,000
Higher rate tax relief on gifts to charities
The gift aid scheme, which was originally introduced in 1990, allows charities to reclaim from HMRC the basic rate of Income Tax
Current capital allowances for car purchases
If you are thinking about purchasing a company car through a limited company, there are many issues that need to be considered
Share buy-back clearance applications
Most payments a company makes to its shareholders, in respect of their shares, will be qualifying distributions and be subject to Income Tax.
Reducing self-assessment payments on account
Self-assessment taxpayers are usually required to pay their income tax liabilities in three instalments each year.
Are you a company director?
There is more to being appointed a company director than accepting the title. According to Companies House directors formal
Do you need to submit a Self-Assessment tax return?
There are a number of reasons why you might need to complete a Self-Assessment return for the first time. This includes if you are self-employed
Class 2 and 4 NIC for the self-employed
There are two types of National Insurance contributions (NICs) payable by most self-employed people. These are known as Class 2 NICs and Class 4 NICs.
On your bike tax-free
The Cycle to Work scheme was introduced over 20 years ago to help promote the use of environmentally friendly modes of transport.
Checking your Simple Assessment tax bill
Simple Assessment is a method by which HMRC can assess where additional Income Tax is due by a taxpayer.
VAT supplies for no consideration
In most cases, a supply of goods or services for VAT purposes is deemed to have taken place in return for consideration.
Giving money to charity in your Will
A reduced rate of Inheritance Tax (IHT) of 36% (reduced from 40%) applies where 10% or more of a deceased’s net estate is left to charity.
The best and worst of British banks
Personal and small business current account holders were asked how likely they would be to recommend their provider to a friend