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Tax on pension scheme payoff

youreds
youreds Posts: 305 Forumite
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The OH & myself were in a pension scheme from an old employer (Booker) that was in deficit, that made offers to us to leave the scheme.

We both decided to take the money, & were aware that Gordon had decided he wanted a cut.

My OH is a non taxpayer since having our baby 2 years ago, & needs to claim back the slice Gordon has taken. Unlike a savings account there wasn't an R85 she could fill in.

What's the quickest way she can get it back from him, & any chance it can be done before he moves house, or will it be a long wait?

Thanks in advance.

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  • Debt_Free_Chick
    Debt_Free_Chick Posts: 13,276 Forumite
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    Speak to your (her) local tax office first. They may refund simply on the basis of a letter and a copy of something from Booker.

    BTW - Gordie doesn't deal with all the tax issues, personally - hence you need to contact the Tax Office ;)
    Warning ..... I'm a peri-menopausal axe-wielding maniac ;)
  • monkeymax
    monkeymax Posts: 91 Forumite
    The form you'll need is an R40 'claim for repayment form'. this will help you list all income for the year and allow your tax office to calculate any repayment. This form can be downloaded from HMRC.gov.uk or from your local enquiry centre.
    Barclays - Reclaiming - £3380 - stayed 30/08/07 - £2261 goodwill 20/02/09
    Abbey - Reclaiming £250 - 1st letter - stayed
    MBNA - Reclaiming £400 - received £294
    Morgan Stanley - Reclaiming £138 - received £120
    MINT - reclaiming £110 - received £90
    A&L - £170 charges - £170 back!
  • youreds
    youreds Posts: 305 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 100 Posts Combo Breaker Mortgage-free Glee!
    monkeymax wrote: »
    The form you'll need is an R40 'claim for repayment form'. this will help you list all income for the year and allow your tax office to calculate any repayment. This form can be downloaded from HMRC.gov.uk or from your local enquiry centre.

    As we have just started a tax year, I'm hoping she doesn't have to wait until next April to get the cash back?
    The only other earnings are interest on savings, but this won't tip her over the tax paying threshold...

    Thanks

    CD
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