A six-figure salary used to be the line between “comfortable” and “doing really well”. These days, a lot of people earning £100,000 or more would strongly disagree. In fact, there’s even a nickname for them now: the “Henry”. High Earner, Not Rich Yet. And surprisingly, the Henrys might have a point. Despite being among the … Read more
The Dead Simple Guide To What Actually Changes And When The 2025 Budget introduces several important updates that affect savers, employers, business owners and anyone running electric or plug in hybrid cars. 💷 Minimum Wage Increases (Effective April 2026) Coming into force next April so very soon • Age 21 and over rises from £12.21 … Read more
Pensions should make retirement feel simple and secure, but the tax side can become complicated quickly. With the state pension rising, the personal allowance frozen, and HMRC still applying rules in their own mysterious way, more people are finding themselves paying tax on income they never expected to be taxed at all. Below are four … Read more
If you’re thinking about giving away money to reduce a future inheritance tax bill, there is one rule that matters more than anything else. It’s simple, powerful, and makes a huge difference to what your family eventually pays. It’s called the seven year rule. This rule is basically the crown jewel of inheritance tax planning. … Read more
If you’re self-employed or earn income outside PAYE, you might have come across something called Payments on Account. It can feel like a bit of a surprise tax bill 💸, but don’t worry—we’ll break it down in simple terms so you know exactly what to expect! What Are Payments on Account? 🤔 Payments on Account … Read more
Thinking of getting a company car? Or maybe you already have one and want to stay ahead of the curve? Let’s break down the recent changes and how they might affect you (and your wallet!) in simple terms. Note: If you’re a sole trader considering a company car instead, check out our guide here. What’s Changing & … Read more
Individuals Employment and Wages 💸 – Minimum Wage Increase: From April 2025, the minimum wage will increase by 6.7% to £12.21 per hour for adults. – 18-20-Year-Old Minimum Wage: Younger workers’ minimum wage will rise to £10 per hour. – Carer’s Allowance: The allowance will rise from £81.90 per week to the equivalent of 16 … Read more
Ever spotted the code 1257L on your payslip and wondered what on earth it means? You’re not alone! Understanding your tax code can feel like cracking a secret code, but it’s super important to get it right. Let’s break it down in plain English so you know exactly what’s going on with your money. What … Read more
Earning money through dividends is a smart move, but knowing how much tax you’ll pay on them is crucial to keeping that cash flowing. The UK government has shaken things up again for the 2024/25 tax year, so let’s break down exactly what you need to know about dividend taxes. 📉 Dividend Allowance Changes Here’s … Read more
If you’ve heard the term “Benefits in Kind” (BIK) and thought, “Huh?”, don’t worry—you’re not alone! BIK might sound complicated, but it’s simply a fancy way of saying perks you get from your employer that aren’t cold, hard cash. Let’s break it down, Dead Simple Accounting style. 😎 What Exactly Are Benefits in Kind? 🤔 … Read more
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