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Capital Gains Tax: what is it and how to reduce your bill
26 Feb 2025
Capital Gains Tax: what is it and how to reduce your bill
Capital Gains Tax can decrease the amount of money you’re left with after a sale. Learn how it works, when it applies, and how to lower your tax bill to keep more of what you’ve earned.
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The complete guide to tax-free savings in the UK
10 Feb 2025
The complete guide to tax-free savings in the UK
You can improve your personal finances by learning how to take advantage of tax-free savings in the UK. In this guide, you'll discover how to protect your savings against unnecessary tax.
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The benefits of filing your Self Assessment tax return early
23 Jan 2025
The benefits of filing your Self Assessment tax return early
The deadline for filing your Self Assessment tax return looms on 31 January every year. However, contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to wait until January to submit it. In fact, you can get ahead of the game by filing it as early as the end of the tax year.
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Building good money habits in 2025
09 Jan 2025
Building good money habits in 2025
Looking to improve your finances in 2025? Discover simple, actionable money habits, like growing your savings, setting financial goals, and maximising tax allowances to build financial stability.
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Gifting money to children with minimal tax
19 Dec 2024
Gifting money to children with minimal tax
Parents will pass on trillions in early inheritances to gift money to their children. But with complex rules surrounding tax efficiency, how can you ensure you’re making the most of the gift? Read our article to find out.
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Tax codes explained: everything you need to know about paying UK Income Tax
06 Dec 2024
Tax codes explained: everything you need to know about paying UK Income Tax
Understanding tax codes can seem challenging, until you learn how they work. In this guide, we’ll break down tax codes, helping you discover how they impact your income.
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Savings inertia report
03 Dec 2024
Savings inertia report
UK savings top £1.5tn. But while rates remain high, most cash earns less than 2% interest. In partnership with Opinium, Flagstone’s latest research captures the vast gap between the earning potential for this country’s cash, and the static reality.
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How the Chancellor’s statements affect savings & investments
23 Oct 2024
How the Chancellor’s statements affect savings & investments
We explore how the Chancellor's Budgets can impact savings and investments, so you’ll know what to look out for in future Budget statements.
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Financial empowerment strategies for women
07 Mar 2024
Financial empowerment strategies for women
Financially independent women enjoy greater flexibility, transforming their quality of life. Discover seven steps to financial empowerment with Flagstone.
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