UK tax articles

Plain-English articles about uk tax, each with worked examples and a free tool to do the sums for you.

• UK tax · 14 November 2026How UK Take-Home Pay Is Worked Out (2026/27)A plain-English walk through income tax, National Insurance and student loans on a UK salary, with worked examples using 2026/27 figures.
• UK tax · 14 November 2026Stamp Duty for First-Time Buyers in EnglandHow Stamp Duty Land Tax works in England and Northern Ireland for first-time buyers, home movers and second homes, with worked examples.
• UK tax · 14 November 2026Self-Employed Tax Explained (2026/27)How sole traders pay income tax and Class 4 National Insurance on their profit in 2026/27, with worked examples and how much to set aside.
• UK tax · 14 November 2026How to Add or Remove VAT – Formulas and ExamplesThe simple formulas for adding VAT to a price and taking VAT out of a VAT-inclusive total, with worked examples at the UK's 20% and 5% rates.
• UK tax · 14 November 2026HMRC Mileage Allowance Rates Explained (2026/27)HMRC approved mileage rates for 2026/27: what you can be paid tax-free per business mile, how to claim relief, and worked examples.