There was a bit of stir caused in the world of taxation over the weekend when ex-transport secretary Stephen Byers suggested that the Government should scrap Inheritance Tax. Of course, such a move would be roundly welcomed by many, after all, everybody would surely love to see the back of one of the many types […]
Tag: Tax
5 Ways To Minimise IHT
The Financial Times has an article which suggests 5 ways to minimise inheritance tax, given the recent tightening of the rules of taxation of trusts, and the effect it has had on IHT avoidance.
Stamp Duty: Stupid and Unfair
This Is Money blog has a nice little rant on stamp duty.
Cutting Tax On Kid’s Savings
Tips for ensuring that your children do not have to pay tax on the interest from their savings.
Stamp Duty Rates
Looking for a house has made me more interested in all the associated costs of home buying, which includes that lovely tax stamp duty. In his recent budget, Gordon Brown changed the stamp duty rates to the following levels: Property Price Stamp Duty Up to £125,000 0% £125,001 to £150,000 1% £150,001 to £250,000 1% […]
ISA Deadline Today
Today sees the end of the 2005/2006 tax year.
Budget Impact Breakdown… Again
How did Gordon Browns latest budget affect you?
ISA A to Z
ISA guide recently published in the Guardian.
Tax Self-Assesment Deadline Changed
Your tax returns will have to be posted by 31st September by 2008.
Budget Impact Breakdown
How will Gordon Brown’s latest budget affect your family?