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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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construction

What is a CIS card and do you need one?

16th JANUARY 2026

What is a CIS card and do you need one? If you are self-employed in construction, there is a good chance you have hea...

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What is tax planning?

09th JANUARY 2026

Tax planning for beginners starts with one simple idea: don’t pay more tax than you have to. Every year, thousands of...

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HMRC and Tax

How do I claim a tax refund after redundancy?

05th JANUARY 2026

RIFT Roundup The £30,000 threshold: Your statutory redundancy pay is tax-free up to £30,000. Anything above t...

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CIS Self Assessment A Comprehensive Guide
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CIS self-assessment: Your complete guide to CIS tax and refunds

22nd DECEMBER 2025

If you work as a subcontractor, you already know CIS tax can take a big bite out of your pay. Your contractor takes t...

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How far back can I claim a tax refund in the UK?

01st APRIL 2026

In the UK, you can usually claim a tax refund for up to four tax years after the end of the tax year in which the ove...

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Tactical tax strategies for self-employed security professionals

18th NOVEMBER 2025

Long hours. Shifting sites. Clients who don’t play by the rules. When you’re self-employed in security work, sorting...

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A guide to UK dividend tax rates and thresholds for 2025/26

17th NOVEMBER 2025

Reviewed by Connor Masters ATT, Senior Tax Specialist at RIFT Tax Refunds Do you take dividends from your own co...

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Navigating HMRC: How to complete your limited company tax return

14th NOVEMBER 2025

Filing a limited company tax return can feel overwhelming. Especially when you’re already juggling the day-to-day of...

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Do I need to complete a tax return?

07th NOVEMBER 2025

A lot of people assume a self-Assessment tax return is just for the self-employed. But that’s not always the cas...

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