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Stay informed about changes to UK tax rates, thresholds, and our calculator updates. We keep all our calculators current so you always get accurate results.

31 March 2026Pregnancy & BabyBudget Guide2026

How Much Does It Cost to Have a Baby in the UK in 2026?

The average first year with a baby costs between £5,000 and £15,000 in the UK. Our detailed breakdown covers every expense from nursery furniture to nappies, the financial support available to new parents, and 10 practical ways to keep costs manageable.

30 March 2026WeddingBudget Guide2026

The Complete UK Wedding Budget Breakdown for 2026

How much does a UK wedding really cost in 2026? We break down the average £21,990 budget across every major category, compare regional costs, share 10 practical money-saving tips, and link to our full suite of free wedding planning calculators.

12 March 2026New CalculatorsMotoringInflationCPI

New: Fuel Cost, Crude Oil & Inflation Calculators

With oil prices climbing and the cost of living still on everyone's mind, we have added five new calculators. Four cover fuel and motoring costs, including a crude oil to pump price scenario tool, and one tracks how inflation has eroded your salary since 1988 using official ONS CPI data.

26 February 2026Tax Year 2026/27Complete GuideApril 2026

2026/27 Tax Year Changes: The Complete UK Guide

Our comprehensive guide to every confirmed change for the 2026/27 UK tax year. Covers income tax, dividend tax increases, NI, capital gains, ISA allowances, pensions, inheritance tax, minimum wage, student loans, Making Tax Digital, and more. Includes comparison tables and an action plan.

6 April 2026Tax Year 2026/27Income TaxNational Insurance

2026/27 Tax Year: All Calculators Updated

We have updated all tax and salary calculators with the confirmed rates and thresholds for the 2026/27 tax year. Key changes include the continued freeze on the personal allowance at £12,570, National Insurance at 8%, and the new dividend tax rates of 10.75% (basic), 35.75% (higher), and 39.35% (additional).

1 April 2025Stamp DutyPropertySDLT

Stamp Duty Rates Changed from 1 April 2025

The temporary stamp duty thresholds have now ended. The nil-rate band for standard purchases has returned to £125,000 (from £250,000), and the first-time buyer threshold has dropped to £300,000 (from £425,000). The additional property surcharge increased to 5% from 31 October 2024. Our stamp duty calculator has been updated to reflect these changes.

6 April 2026Dividend TaxBudget 2024Tax Increase

Dividend Tax Rates Increase from April 2026

From 6 April 2026, dividend tax rates have increased by 2 percentage points across all bands. The basic rate is now 10.75% (up from 8.75%), the higher rate is 35.75% (up from 33.75%), and the additional rate remains at 39.35%. The dividend allowance stays at £500. These changes were announced in the Autumn Budget 2024.

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