Tax Return Deadline – A Reminder

October 19, 2009 by shrewdcookie  
Filed under Personal Taxation

Hey folks – it’s that great time of year again when we all panic about getting our tax returns in to HMRC (those of us who complete a tax return that is).

Budget 2009 – The Key Changes

April 26, 2009 by shrewdcookie  
Filed under Financial Planning

Alistair Darling, Chancellor of the Exchequer presented his Budget for 2009 last week and below are the main points and changes contained in the Budget:

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Tax Allowances 2009 – Tax Rates 2009

April 7, 2009 by shrewdcookie  
Filed under Tax

The new tax year commencing on 6th April 2009 brings with a new range of tax relief, rates and allowances. These are subject to change – please check current rates with an Accountant before acting on them.

Income Protection Insurance (PHI) – an introduction

March 31, 2009 by shrewdcookie  
Filed under Protection

Many people have heard of income protection – yet many remain unsure exactly what it is and how it can be used to protect their family and themselves.

As the name suggests, Income Protection Insurance, previously known as Permanent Health Insurance (PHI), is a type of insurance which is designed to replace lost income in the event of long term illness or accident.