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I have been doing lots of reading on here (thank you all) and think I understand a possible sensible path in the first couple of years of early retirement. Please tell me where this plan is likely go awry or incur the wrath of HMRC. This or next tax year may be the last where I am a 40% taxed employee as I plan to retire…
Hi all. I’ve recently had a review requested from universal credit wanting back statements, tenancy agreement etc. which isn’t an issue. The only thing I’m worried about it that my boyfriend that doesn’t live with me (I’m a single parent and like to spend as much time as I can with my little girl) sends me money every…
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Spent the afternoon crying myself into a headache after finding out I had bombed an interview for a permanent SO post that I had been asked to apply for by the vacancy holder. I've not had a job interview since last August when I secured a temporary promotion (that ends at the end of August). I've really excelled in this…
Applied, been accepted. Am I right to read it as simple as this... 29th May - My switch date Pay £1k in after 29th plus have 2 direct debits come out plus 10 debit card transactions. £100 received. Then when received, day after, put £1k in again and continue with 10 debit card transactions monthly. Continue this for 3…
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All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payments this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.
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