An explainer on why corporation tax remains reserved to Westminster while income tax is devolved to Scotland in 2026/27, and what this means for businesses comparing Scottish and rUK tax treatment.
Widowed Parent's Allowance was replaced by Bereavement Support Payment for deaths on or after 6 April 2017. How the two benefits differ, and who is still receiving the older one in 2026/27.
A basic UK will costs anywhere from free (some banks/charities offer it) to £500+ from a solicitor, with complex estates and trusts costing more. Here's what actually drives the price, and when paying more is worth it.
Fine wine is treated by HMRC as a 'wasting asset' with a predictable life of 50 years or less, which usually means gains are exempt from Capital Gains Tax. But the exemption isn't automatic in every case — here's how it actually works.
Commercial woodland enjoys one of the most generous tax positions in the UK — timber income is entirely outside income tax, gains on trees are exempt from CGT, and Inheritance Tax relief can shelter the full value of qualifying woodland.
Zero-based budgeting means your income minus your spending, saving and debt repayment always equals zero — nothing is left unassigned. Here is how to actually build one for a UK household budget.
National Insurance is calculated per pay period, not averaged across the year — which means a zero-hours worker with wildly fluctuating weekly hours can pay more NI overall than someone earning the same annual total steadily. Here's the mechanics.
Who qualifies for 30 hours free childcare in 2026/27, the income limits for each parent, how to reconfirm eligibility, and how it interacts with Tax-Free Childcare.
How actors and entertainers handle self-employed vs PAYE engagements, Equity union membership, agent commission, resting expenses and foreign work for 2026/27.
How Business Relief on AIM-listed shares can reduce Inheritance Tax after just two years of ownership in 2026 — qualifying conditions, the risks, and how AIM investing compares to gifting.
Airbnb hosting income can be taxed in different ways depending on whether you're letting a room in your own home or a separate property. Here's how Rent-a-Room Relief, the Property Income Allowance and full Self Assessment compare in 2026/27.
A granny annexe or self-contained extension can trigger a separate council tax band — but a specific 50% discount exists for annexes used by a family member or left empty. Here's how to check if you qualify.
