TaxInsights by PayeTax
Clear UK tax explainers, financial-year updates, and practical guides that point readers back to the right calculator or tool.
Salary GuidesYou've got £100,000 in company profit. How much actually ends up in your pocket? We run the numbers on three different strategies and reveal which one puts the most money in your bank account—with exact calculations for 2025-26.
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Salary GuidesYou've got £100,000 in company profit. How much actually ends up in your pocket? We run the numbers on three different strategies and reveal which one puts the most money in your bank account—with exact calculations for 2025-26.
Tax PlanningFirst-time director? Learn exactly how to pay yourself from your limited company. We explain salary vs dividends, walk through the tax implications, and show you how to find the optimal mix that minimizes your tax bill legally.
Tax ComparisonShould you take salary or dividends as a UK limited company director? We compare the tax implications of each, run the numbers at different profit levels, and reveal the optimal strategy that could save you thousands.
Tax DeadlinesMiss a tax deadline as a director and you'll face automatic penalties—some starting at £100 and escalating daily. Here are the key dates every limited company director must know for 2025-26, plus exactly what happens if you're late.
Tax PlanningThinking about going Ltd? This guide covers everything first-timers need to know: when incorporation makes sense, how to set up, what it costs, and the tax implications you need to plan for.
Tax BasicsNational Insurance confuses everyone. It looks like a tax, acts like a tax, but isn't technically a tax. Here's exactly how NI works, what you pay, and what you get for it in 2025-26.
Tax DeadlinesThe Self Assessment deadline for the 2024-25 tax year is 31 January 2026. Whether you're a first-timer or filing late, here's everything you need to know to avoid penalties and get it done.
Tax ChangesThe Spring Statement happened on 3 March 2026. Here's what changed, what stayed the same, and what it means for your take-home pay before 6 April.
Salary Guides£100,000 is a major milestone—but it's also where UK tax becomes punishing. Above £100k, you face an effective 60% marginal rate. Here's what £100k really looks like after tax.
Salary GuidesEarning £40,000 puts you above the UK median. But what does that actually mean for your bank account? We break down the real take-home pay, monthly budget, and lifestyle implications.
Salary Guides£50,000 is often seen as the 'comfortable' threshold in the UK. But what does it actually mean for your take-home pay? We break down the real numbers, monthly budget, and lifestyle implications.
Salary GuidesAt £60,000, you're firmly in higher rate tax territory. But what does that actually mean for your take-home pay? We break down where your money goes and how to optimize.