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, although landlords can
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 the tax year and the
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 exceeding £50,000
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 normally taxed on
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 need to file a
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 happens when the
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 fall within your
The Marriage Allowance lets you transfer £1,260 of your Personal Allowance to your husband, wife or civil partner. Your Personal Allowance is the amount you can earn before paying Income Tax (£12,570
If your taxable income for the 2026-27 tax year is less than £17,570, you will not pay any tax on the interest you receive. This figure combines the £5,000 starting rate for savings (taxed at 0%) with
If you are self-employed or a member of a partnership, you may be able to claim tax relief when your business makes a loss. There are several ways trading losses can be used, but each loss can only be
The 2025-26 tax year ended on 5 April 2026, and attention now turns to filing your self-assessment tax return. While many leave this until the last minute, there are advantages to filing early.
There
The rules as to who pays Income Tax in Scotland is determined by whether an individual is considered a Scottish taxpayer or not. For most people, determining Scottish taxpayer status is