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Non-domiciled – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
A non-domiciled person is someone living in the UK whose permanent home is not here. There are some tax pros and cons to their situation.
HMRC is trying to tax your ISA?! – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)
HMRC do not think fractional shares belong in Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) because they don’t meet ISA regulations and should be taxed.
What is a HENRY? – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix
‘HENRY’ stands for High Earner Not Rich Yet. It's a term that refers to people who are high earners, but who don’t have any wealth saved up. 
Why you should use an online tax return service
In the UK you can file a tax return yourself or hire an expensive accountant to do it. An online tax return service like Taxfix is a better solution.
Late payment penalty – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
A late payment penalty is a fee charged by HMRC if you pay your tax bill late. You also have to pay interest if you pay your tax bill late.
How to check if HMRC has received your tax return
Find your HMRC submission receipt and learn how to check the status of your tax return. Also check if HMRC has received it.
What is a teacher tax rebate?
Learn how to claim a teacher tax rebate in the UK, discover eligible expenses, and find out how to apply for your refund.
Understanding private pensions and tax
When you save into a pension, you may receive tax relief, which is a key benefit of private pensions and tax planning.
Incentive Stock Option – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
An incentive stock option is an option that gives an employee the right to buy shares at a discounted price. The biggest advantage: zero income tax to pay.
How to add joint ownership of property details to your tax return – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)
If you and your partner have joint ownership of property that you rent out together, each of you will have to complete a tax return.
HCPC renewal – Taxfix Taxopedia
Find out who needs to complete HCPC renewal, what it costs, and how to claim tax relief on your renewal fees.
How to find and share your Taxfix referral code
Use your Taxfix referral code to get £25 for each friend you invite, plus they'll get 10% off too. Win-win.
What are the VCT (Venture Capital Trust) tax reliefs?
Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs) are designed for investment in smaller companies. Read about the tax benefits of VCT investing here.
How to use the Government Rent a Room Scheme
If you rent out a portion of your own house, you could earn up to £7,500 per year tax-free thanks to the Government Rent a Room Scheme.
SA101 – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
The SA101 is one of the supplementary forms that you can attach to the SA100 form, if you need to declare less common types of income or tax reliefs.
Am I a UK tax resident? – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)
Wondering "am I a UK tax resident?" Learn the criteria, tax obligations, and rules for UK tax residency here.
Shares – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
Shares are part of a limited company. You pay tax on earnings from shares outside of an ISA and you can claim tax relief for SEIS/EIS shares.
Entrepreneurs' Relief – Taxfix Taxopedia
The Entrepreneurs’ Relief is a tax relief that you can claim if you're selling shares in, or giving your business to someone.
What is EIS (Enterprise Investment Scheme)?
What is EIS? The Enterprise Investment Scheme is a UK government initiative that offers tax relief for investors who fund small businesses.
How to claim your EIS tax relief
EIS is a UK government incentive designed to stimulate startup investment. Here's how to claim EIS relief with your EIS3 certificate.
Tax – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
Tax is a sum that you need to pay to the government when you earn money. How you pay it depends on how you earned the money.
How to claim your SEIS tax relief
Aimed at helping startups raise money, SEIS is an incredible tax relief: 50% tax relief and zero CGT. This is how you can claim SEIS.
Shareholder – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
A shareholder is a person or a business who owns shares in a limited company. You can be the sole shareholder in your own company.
Securities – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
To understand securities if you’re not familiar with investing, it’s best to look back on how they began, when investments were paper-based.
Reducing your tax bill with crypto losses – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)
As many investors know not all investments end in a gain - sadly, some result in a loss. This is known as a capital (or crypto) loss.
Guides and useful information for doing your taxes – Taxfix
If you're looking for help or more information on doing and understanding your personal taxes, check out our helpful guides, FAQs and calculators.
Savings interest – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
To understand savings interest, you should first understand how a savings account works with interest rates. Click here to read more.
Landlord
A landlord is a property owner who either rents or leases their property to another party in exchange for rent payments.
Can I expense my bed and pillows? – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)
For any of us that needs to do a tax return, you’ll know that one of the important parts of the process is claiming back your business expenses.
How to pay your tax bill
How to pay your self assessment tax bill. What to do if you're struggling to pay the bill and information HMRC will need to make a decision on a payment plan
Accounting software – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
If you're self-employed, accounting software is a programme that you can use to send invoices, keep track of your finances, and also submit tax returns.
CIS scheme – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
The CIS scheme is used by HMRC to ensure income tax is collected from subcontractors in the UK construction industry. 
Uber Tax Calculator – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix
Use our Uber tax calculator to quickly work out how much Income Tax you’ll need to pay HMRC as an Uber driver or another ride-share driver.
Get simple, one-off Tax Advice - Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)
Got a tax-based problem? We can help. Get professional support & advice with any tax situation you're struggling with.
Tax allowance – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
A tax allowance is something that allows you to earn a certain amount of money tax-free. In the UK, there are a many available to claim.
How to make an invoice template
In this guide, we’ll help you navigate the world of invoicing. That includes how to create the perfect invoice template and more!
Free Bookkeeping tools - Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)
Try Taxfix new bookkeeping tools today. Invoicing, expenses, business finances tracking and AI-based receipt uploads. All for free.
Tax deductions for carpenters
Expenses can be confusing, so the available tax deductions for carpenters may not be obvious. But it’s not actually too complicated.
Class 3 National Insurance – Taxfix Taxopedia
Class 3 National Insurance is a voluntary payment that you can make if you have gaps in your NI record and you want to qualify for state pension.
Profit – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
Profit is how much money you're left with after you subtract costs from earnings. Knowing it is important because that is what HMRC will tax you on.
Taxfix launches in Spain 🇪🇸 – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix (formerly TaxScouts)
It’s official. Taxfix is making moves in Europe! We launched in Spain after four years of simplifying tax returns for the UK market.
VAT – Taxfix Taxopedia
VAT ("Value Added Tax") is a tax added on most goods and services in the UK. If you are self-employed, you can register for VAT and claim it back.
A company accountant in your corner - Taxfix
Get expert tax advice and support sorting your company accounts and tax return with our subscription service.
How do I get a VAT Certificate?
To get your VAT certificate, register for VAT online by calculating your taxable turnover and gathering the necessary documents.
Personal tax return – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
A personal tax return is a form submitted to HMRC to report your income, calculate tax owed, and determine if you're due a refund.
Simplified expenses – Taxfix Taxopedia
Simplified expenses are flat rates that you can use to reduce your self-employment tax bill. They’re great if you drive a lot or can’t find your receipts.
IR35 – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
IR35 is a new law that allows HMRC to collect additional taxes if they consider that a contractor is actually a "disguised employee".
Salary after tax calculator – Taxfix
Ever wondered how much you really earn after taxes? Use our calculator to work out your personal net salary after tax deductions!
What is Taxable income? – Taxfix Taxopedia
What is taxable income? It’s the part of your income taxed after allowances, including income from jobs, self-employment, property, and more.
Net income – Page 8 of 10 – Taxfix Taxopedia
Net income is the income you receive after you've paid Income Tax and National Insurance. Here's how to calculate it for your income type.
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