From April 2027, most unused pension funds will be brought within the scope of Inheritance Tax on death. What's changing, who's affected, and what to consider before then.
Self-employed personal chefs buy ingredients for each booking as their main cost, with food hygiene certification a recurring compliance requirement. Full worked example on £33,000 turnover.
Self-employed personal shoppers and stylists handle client money for purchases alongside their own styling fee, similar to wedding planners. Full worked example on £23,000 genuine income.
From gym-floor PTs paying rent-a-rail fees to freelance yoga instructors teaching across multiple studios, fitness professionals face varied tax situations. Full worked example on £28,000 income and what you actually keep.
Self-employed pest control technicians deal with chemicals, licensing (BASIS PROMPT/RSPH) and van-based call-outs. How Self Assessment treats each cost for 2026/27.
Self-employed Pilates instructors teaching studio classes, private sessions and online workshops — how equipment, studio hire and qualifications are treated for 2026/27 Self Assessment.
Self-employed plumbers and heating engineers carry significant kit and certification costs. Full worked example on £45,000 turnover, Gas Safe registration and van deductions.
Self-employed podcasters earning through sponsorship, ads, listener subscriptions and Patreon face specific record-keeping and VAT questions. How 2026/27 Self Assessment treats them.
Self-employed private chefs and personal caterers cooking in clients' homes have specific ingredient, travel and food hygiene questions. How 2026/27 Self Assessment treats them.
Private/cherished number plates can sell for anywhere from a few hundred pounds to six figures. Most sales are exempt from Capital Gains Tax below the £3,000 annual exemption — but not always. Full guide with worked examples.
Private tutoring — maths, English, music, languages, exam prep — is one of the most common self-employed side hustles for teachers and graduates. Full worked example on £20,000 tutoring income, deductible expenses, and when VAT applies.
The UK doesn't tax gambling winnings — but the line between a lucky punter and a professional trader is more nuanced than most people assume. How HMRC actually views full-time gambling for 2026/27.
