RIFT Refunds Blog

This is where you'll find tips on discovering what the taxman owes you and how to get it back. Plus, with an average refund of £3,000, we'll even throw in some hints on spending your reclaimed cash as well as how to make the most of your money!

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What is a P45?

05th AUGUST 2026

A P45 is a PAYE tax form your employer gives you when you leave a job. It shows your leaving date, total pay and tax...

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How much is the average UK tax refund? Meet the average RIFT customer

03rd AUGUST 2026

One of the questions we're asked most often is, "How much could I actually get back from HMRC?" The honest answer is...

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A guide to UK dividend tax rates and thresholds

01st AUGUST 2026

Quick answer: You may need to pay tax on dividends if your dividend income is above your available Personal Allow...

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What is adjusted net income?

30th JULY 2026

Quick answer: Adjusted net income is your total taxable income before Personal Allowance, minus certain tax relie...

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Understanding the tax landscape for high earners

29th JULY 2026

RIFT Roundup: If you're short on time, here's what you need to know:  Earning over £100,000 starts to reduce y...

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What are National Insurance Contributions?​

27th JULY 2026

Quick Answer: National Insurance Contributions (NICs) are payments made by employees and self-employed workers to...

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CIS deductions explained

22nd JUNE 2026

If you work in construction as a subcontractor, you’ve probably seen CIS deductions coming out of your payments.&nbsp...

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What is the 40% tax bracket?

18th JUNE 2026

If you've recently received a pay rise, bonus or promotion, you may have discovered that you're now in the 40% tax br...

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Military tax refund tips 2026

12th JUNE 2026

RIFT Roundup The average Armed Forces tax refund is around £3,250 Army, Navy, RAF personnel, Reservists and Veterans...

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