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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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Do you have to pay tax when selling on Vinted, eBay or Etsy in the UK?

27th APRIL 2026

Selling online is pretty normal now.  Whether it’s clearing out clothes on Vinted, listing bits on eBay, or selling something you’ve made on Etsy, it’s an easy way to bring in a bit of extra money. But at some po...

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Approved mileage rates increase for first time in 15 years

21st MAY 2026

Here’s what it means for workers, mileage claims and tax relief. This story is developing and will be...

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UK Tax Guide for 2026

12th MAY 2026

Tax in the UK has a habit of feeling simple right up until the point it suddenly doesn’t.  For a lot of people,...

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HMRC say I have underpaid tax, what should I do?

21st MARCH 2026

RIFT Roundup Don’t panic: It’s usually a simple mismatch caused by a new job, multiple incomes, or a tax code...

12 Reasons Why Youve Overpaid Tax

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12 Reasons Why You've Overpaid Tax

21st MAY 2026

RIFT Roundup: The Essentials Mixed-up jobs & tax codes: If you change jobs, get made redundant, or work two rol...

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Making Tax Digital (MTD): What it is, who it affects and how to prepare

30th APRIL 2026

If you’re self-employed, run a small business, or earn money outside of PAYE, you’ve probably started hearing more ab...

Understanding Construction CIS With RIFT Tax Refunds

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Understanding Construction Tax Rebates

24th APRIL 2026

If you work in construction as a PAYE employee, a construction tax rebate usually means claiming tax relief on certai...

How To Save Money For Your Kids RIFT Tax Refunds

How long does a pending tax rebate take?

26th MARCH 2026

RIFT Roundup: The Essentials Pending doesn't mean a problem: A "pending" status just means HMRC has your paperwork a...

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When does the UK tax year start? Key dates explained

18th MARCH 2026

The UK tax year runs from 6 April to 5 April the following year.  For example:  The 2025–2026 tax year run...

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Top Reasons You Might Be Due A Tax Refund

05th MARCH 2026

RIFT Roundup Life changes & gaps: You likely overpaid if you changed jobs, had a gap in employment, or we...

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Tax relief on employment expenses: What can I claim?

02nd MARCH 2026

RIFT Roundup Claim what you pay for: If you buy tools, uniforms, or professional subs and your employer doesn...

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Do you automatically get a tax rebate?

25th FEBRUARY 2026

It would make sense if HMRC simply refunded overpaid tax automatically every time it happened.  In reality, the...

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A guide to redundancy

27th JANUARY 2026

It might not seem like much consolation when you suddenly find yourself out of a job, but a redundancy doesn’t mean y...

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