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Checking your National Insurance records
There is an online service available on HMRC to check your National Insurance Contributions (NIC) record online. The service is
Transferring unused nil rate band for IHT
The Inheritance Tax residence nil rate band (RNRB) is a transferable allowance for married couples and civil partners (per person)
Tax-free home sales
In general, there is no Capital Gains Tax (CGT) liability created when a property used as the main family residence
Bikes for employees
The Cycle to Work scheme allows employers to provide bicycles and cyclists’ safety equipment to employees as a tax-free benefit.
Do’s and don’ts for Standard Visitors to the UK
There is useful guidance published on GOV.UK that explains the do’s and don’ts for Standard Visitors to the UK. Visitors
Childcare Account chores
HMRC’s Childcare account can be used to claim free childcare (if eligible) or pay for Tax-Free Childcare. HMRC’s sign in
Smart energy
In a recent press release, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero confirmed that consumers are set to benefit
Tipping boost
The government’s Tipping Act is a step closer to coming into force, as the Code of Practice is published and
Class 4 NICs who is liable?
Most self-employed people are required to pay Class 4 National Insurance contributions (NICs) if their profits are £12,570 or more
Post Transaction Valuation Checks
A Post Transaction Valuation Check (PTVC) can be requested from HMRC for an individual to work out a capital gains
View and prove your immigration status
A UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account can be used by eligible users to view and prove their immigration status
Taxable employment benefits from April 2026
From April 2026, the government will mandate the reporting and paying of Income Tax and Class 1A National Insurance Contributions