UK Households Could Face 40% Inheritance Tax on Christmas Gifts from HMRC Monday, December 22, 2025 inheritancetax gifts hmrc ukfinance taxplanning christmas giftallowance estateplanning taxexemption personalfinance HMRC has issued a warning to UK households: improper gifting this Christmas could lead to hefty inheritance tax (IHT) charges. Personal finance experts are urging families to be mindful of the £3,000 annual gift allowance, … Read More
How to Qualify for Winter Fuel Payments If You Earn Over £35,000 Tuesday, November 4, 2025 winterfuelpayments pensions taxableincome salarysacrifice hmrc statepension taxplanning personalfinance governmentbenefit budgeting A straightforward pension strategy can help you qualify for Winter Fuel Payments even if your income exceeds the £35,000 threshold. Despite earnings above this limit, you may still receive the payment automatically—unless you … Read More