A public petition urges HMRC to raise the personal tax allowance to £15,597 and the higher-rate threshold to £62,379 to combat 'stealth tax' fiscal drag. The government must respond if it reaches 10,000 signatures.
Scotland introduces two new council tax bands for properties over £1m from April 2028. Experts warn of market distortion and limited revenue gains. Read the full analysis.
Self-employed and small businesses face soaring tax bills as double-cab pick-ups are reclassified as cars. Find out how this HMRC rule change impacts you.
UK landlords warn of rent rises as Chancellor Rachel Reeves' two-point tax hike on property income, set for April 2027, adds an average £2,500 to annual bills. Industry voices react.
A major Inheritance Tax rule change means thousands of UK households could face sudden six-figure bills. Experts warn of a liquidity crisis for pension pots tied up in property. Act now to understand your exposure.
Property values in the affluent West Midlands town of Solihull dropped by over £25,000 on average last year, ranking it fourth nationally for price falls. Discover the latest market data and expert insights.
UK landlords earning over £50,000 must file quarterly digital tax summaries from April under HMRC's Making Tax Digital. Learn key deadlines and expert advice to avoid confusion.
HMRC has issued over 300,000 letters chasing tax bills of £100 or less, with critics calling the process a waste of time and money. Discover the impact of frozen tax thresholds.
HMRC announces a major crackdown on unpaid taxes, targeting individuals and companies. Learn about the new enforcement measures and the billions in revenue being pursued.
Millions of UK households will get a two-month council tax break in 2026 ahead of new property bands. Find out if you're eligible and how the new high-value surcharge will work.
Stafford in the West Midlands saw the UK's second highest house price rise, adding over £34,000 to average values. Discover the regional trends and expert advice for buyers.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's tax changes for 2026 will impact millions. From frozen thresholds to new levies, discover the seven key ways your finances will be affected. Read the full analysis.
Millions of newly self-employed face paying 150% of their tax bill upfront due to HMRC's 'payments on account' rule. Learn how it works and what you can do if you can't pay.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism over frozen tax bands, a 'stealth tax' pulling thousands into higher rates. Learn how it impacts wages and pensions.
New data reveals a 42% surge in drivers paying the £425 Expensive Car Supplement. Find out if your family car is caught in this tax bracket.
Frozen tax thresholds have dragged 420,000 motorists into paying the luxury vehicle levy, a 42% rise in two years. Discover how family cars are being caught in the tax net.
Plug-in hybrid owners will pay a 1.5p-per-mile electric vehicle duty on top of fuel tax from 2028, a move industry leaders call 'punitive'. Discover the full impact.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a new council tax surcharge for homes over £2m from April 2028. Nationwide says impact on the wider housing market will be limited. Read the full analysis.
Rachel Reeves's council tax surcharge for homes over £2m faces criticism over 'desktop' valuations. Experts warn of price hikes and unfair penalties. Read the full analysis.
HMRC is launching an aggressive new crackdown on historic tax avoidance from 2026, with new powers, a US-style whistleblower reward scheme, and a surge in criminal investigations. Experts warn of risks.
The Valuation Office clarifies how the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge will work for properties over £2 million from 2028. Learn about the targeted valuations and how it aims to create a fairer system.
Labour's new property surcharge will hit owners of high-value homes from 2028, but exempts over 110 social housing properties worth over £2 million. Get the full details.
Bereaved families could be hit with six-figure bills due to deferred council tax payments on high-value homes. Learn about the new surcharge and its long-term impact.
HMRC is turning to artificial intelligence to tackle a £700m tax gap and improve compliance. The technology will identify risks faster but human caseworkers will make final decisions. Read the latest.
HMRC has issued clear guidance on tax refunds after a cheque was sent to an old address. Learn the steps to correct the error and the helpline number to call.
Labour introduces a 'mansion tax' surcharge for properties over £2m from 2028. Experts analyse the impact on the housing market as October 2025 sales dip 2% year-on-year.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major inheritance tax rule change for farmers and business owners. From April, couples can transfer unused relief, shielding up to £2m from tax. Discover the impact and reaction.
The government raises the IHT threshold for farmers to £2.5m, a policy U-turn experts warn inflates land prices and benefits wealthy investors over family farms. Read the full analysis.
Average property prices in Rotton Park, Birmingham, fell by £109,000 in a year, the sharpest drop in the city. Discover the local insights and market trends behind the figures.
A frozen HMRC trading allowance is eroding the tax-free earnings of UK side hustlers on Vinted, eBay & Airbnb. See how inflation impacts your income.