Guides
UK tax guides
Clear, sourced easy to understand explainers that walk through how UK tax works, which reliefs and allowances are available and the pitfalls to look out for.
How pension tax relief works in the UK
Understand relief at source, net pay, salary sacrifice, SIPP contributions and employer pension contributions.
How savings interest is taxed in the UK
Learn how UK savings interest is taxed, including which allowances are available, the rates that the income is taxed at and how to report the income to HMRC.
Tax codes explained
Understand UK tax codes including 1257L, BR, 0T, K and emergency codes, and what to do if your code looks wrong.
Understanding your payslip deductions
Learn what UK payslip deductions mean, including PAYE tax, National Insurance, pensions, student loans and take-home pay.
The 60% tax trap
Understand why income between £100,000 and £125,140 can face a much higher effective tax rate.
How Cycle to Work schemes work
Understand Cycle to Work salary sacrifice, tax savings, eligible bikes, ownership fees and what to check before joining.
How dividends are taxed in the UK
Learn how UK dividend tax works, including the dividend allowance, 2026/27 rates, ISAs, examples and how to report to HMRC.