
Car and travel expenses if self-employed
If you are self-employed, it is important to understand which car and travel costs are allowable for tax purposes. You may claim allowable business expenses for car, van, and

Autumn Budget 2025 – High Value Council Tax Surcharge
Starting in 2028-29, the government will introduce a High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS) for residential properties in England valued at £2 million or more. This surcharge

Childcare grants
Juggling higher education and parenting? Childcare Grants can ease the pressure by covering up to 85% of your childcare costs. If you’re a full-time student with young children,

Child Benefits for over 16s
From April 2025, Child Benefit increases to £26.05 for the eldest child and £17.25 for others. Payments stop after a child turns 16 unless they continue in approved education or

Student and postgraduate loan thresholds and rates
From 6 April 2025, new thresholds for student loan repayments will take effect, impacting borrowers across the UK. Whether you’re on Plan 1, Plan 2, Plan 4, or repaying a

Private rental deposits
There are special rules under the Tenancy Deposit Scheme that limits the amount of deposit that landlords in England can request. There are also further limitations on what
