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What working-from-home expenses can I claim?

Did you know that you may be able to claim back the cost of working-from-home expenses if you’re self-employed? Read to find out more!

Maternity Allowance – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia

The Maternity Allowance is a weekly tax-free payment for pregnant women or recent mothers. It can be as high as £148 a week for 39 weeks.

What documents do I need to file my tax return?

The documents Taxfix needs from you to file a tax return are different if you're self-employed, PAYE, etc. See which ones you need.

SA302 meaning: the mystery of net profit solved

The SA302 meaning can be confusing - it’s a HMRC tax form, but it doesn’t show net profit! Find out how to calculate net profit here.

Why money management and tax go hand-in-hand – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)

Money management is central to being able to manage your taxes. So we’ve teamed up with our partner Money Dashboard to bring you the tips.

What’s the UTR Number Telephone Number?

HMRC has over 130 phone lines, but this list covers the most important ones, including the UTR number telephone number for Self Assessment.

Class 2 National Insurance: who needs to pay it?

From 6 April 2024, Class 2 National Insurance is being scrapped. You can still pay it voluntarily if you want to qualify for benefits.

The SA302 form: How to get it for your mortgage application

An SA302 document detailing your earnings over the past 4 years. If you're self-employed and trying to get a mortgage, you'll need one.

Do you owe tax from selling on Depop?

HMRC considers selling on Depop to be a profit-making business. If you're making more than £1,000 a year, you could owe tax.

Small business tax: what do you have to pay HMRC?

Running a small business in the UK comes with its fair share of challenges and small business tax is just one. So, what do you need to know?

Making Tax Digital – Taxfix Taxopedia (formerly TaxScouts)

So, what is meant by Making Tax Digital? It’s an initiative by the UK government to encourage taxpayers to transition from keeping paper to digital records.

The ins and outs of nanny tax – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix (formerly Taxscouts)

Did you know that you may be liable for nanny tax if you hire a nanny and not just work as a nanny? Shocking! We know - read to find out why!

Late tax return penalty calculator

Want to figure out the HMRC late payment interest and penalties you'll be charged for filing late? Calculate using our HMRC late tax return penalty calculator.

Rental Income Tax Calculator for Landlords - Taxfix

What taxes do you pay as a landlord? Quickly calculate how much tax you may owe and learn how rental income is taxed.

What happened in the Spring Statement 2025? – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)

Get ready for April’s tax changes! From National Living Wage increases to higher Capital Gains Tax, here's what you need to know.

SA302 – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia

The SA302 is a form that shows how much money you earned in the past 4 years. If you're self-employed, you need it when getting a mortgage.

How much is the Capital Gains Tax on property?

When selling a property for profit, you have to Capital Gains Tax. The good news is that you can reduce your tax bill! Find out more here.

SA107 – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia

The SA107 is a form that you attach to your SA100 form to declare income that you received from a trust, settlement, or a person’s estate.

How much is tax on investment income?

Tax on investment income varies in the UK. What you pay depends on the type of investment you make money from.

3 things self-employed people need to know this leap year

2024 is a leap year. What does that mean for self-employed people? Here are something things you need to know this leap year.

SA108 – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia

The SA108 is a form that you have to fill in and attach to your main SA100 Self Assessment tax return if you need to pay Capital Gains Tax.

Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) Card – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia

A CIS card is a card that shows that you're a self-employed construction worker registered with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).

Payment on Account – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia

A Payment on Account is a way of paying Income Tax and National Insurance in advance, usually if you earn over 20% of your income outside of employment.

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) – Taxfix Taxopedia

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is the tax you pay when you sell an asset (a property, shares, cryptocurrencies, etc.) for a profit.

6 benefits of a contractor accountant – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)

If you’re self-employed and looking for an accountant to help with your tax, here are 6 reasons why you should hire a contractor accountant.

What were the Capital Gains Tax changes in 2020?

If you sold a residential house or flat in the UK after April 2020, you might not know recent Capital Gains Tax (CGT) changes made by HMRC.

SA106 – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia

The SA106 is a form that you attach to your main SA100 Self Assessment tax return form if you need to declare foreign income or gains.

Failure to Notify – Taxfix Taxopedia

Failure to notify is a penalty for not letting HMRC know about changes that affect the amount of tax you would pay. It can be as high as twice the tax owed.

Married Couples' Allowance – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Tax Glossary

The Married Couple’s Allowance is a UK government tax relief for couples where one spouses or civil partner is born before 6 April 1935.

The Spring Statement 2024 – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)

Here's everything you need to know about what was announced in the 2024 Spring Statement by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.

Do I need to pay Capital Gains Tax on gifted property?

Capital gains tax on gifted property usually applies if the property has increased in value since you bought it. There are a few exceptions.

Can I start a limited company while I’m employed?

You can start a limited company while employed, but you should consider your employment contract, tax implications and business obligations.

Wait, are footballers PAYE? 🤯 – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)

Yep, footballers are PAYE. But, specifically what kind of tax do footballers pay and exactly how much? Let's get into it.

Are there disadvantages of sole trader businesses?

Have you decided to work for yourself but now you’re wondering if there are any disadvantages to sole trader businesses? Find out here!

What is the Form 64-8? – Taxfix Taxopedia

You can use form 64-8 to enable your accountant to act on your behalf and deal with HMRC directly, as well as file your tax return for you.

What is a Taxpayer? – Taxfix Taxopedia

A taxpayer is a person or a business who is supposed to pay taxes to the government. There are lots of different types of taxpayer.

High Income Child Benefit Charge – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia (Formerly TaxScouts)

The High Income Child Benefit Charge is a tax charge that you have to pay if you or your partner earn over £50,000 and you also claim Child Benefit.

Balancing Payment – Taxfix Taxopedia

The Balancing Payment is part of the Payment on Account process, this is due by 31st January. Find out more about Balancing Payment here.

How to pay rental income tax from jointly owned property

Paying rental income tax from jointly owned property can be confusing, no matter your marital status. Let's break it down.

What is a sole trader?

If you’re self-employed, you’re known as a sole trader. But, what does being a sole trader mean for you? And, how can you manage your taxes?

CIS tax rebate calculator

Use our CIS tax rebate calculator to quickly estimate your tax refund and learn how much you could claim back!

How to register for CIS

If you are a self-employed construction worker, you must register for the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS). Find out how to do this here.

Earning £100k+ and on the wrong tax code? – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)

You’d be surprised by how many people earning over £100,000 are not aware that they need to do a tax return.

Do forex traders pay tax?

As a forex trader, there are a few things to consider, like how you trade and how much profit you make, when figuring out how much tax you’ll owe, if any.

Declaration of Trust – Taxfix Taxopedia

A Declaration of Trust is a document that shows how much each of the joint owners of a property own. It helps you, as a couple, pay less tax.

Sole trader – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix Taxopedia (formerly TaxScouts)

Sole trader is the legal term for self-employed people in the UK. Being self employed is the same thing as being a sole trader.

Foreign Tax Credit Relief – Taxfix Taxopedia

If you've paid foreign tax on income normally taxed in the UK, you may be able to claim the foreign tax credit relief. Find out more here.

The General Election: Labour with the win – Page 5 of 11 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)

Labour wins the General Election, so what do the new changes have in store for you? Let's get into all the important details.

Where does a freelance personal trainer work?

As a freelance personal trainer, where you work is up to you. It’s one of the many advantages of working as a self-employed person.

The SA108 form: how to use it to file your Capital Gains Tax

You must submit the SA108 to HMRC in order to pay capital gains tax. If you've sold any assets, securities, or crypto, you must use it.

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