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Council tax

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Where next for your bills?

By Sam Barrett    Update: Fri, 30/04/2010 - 16:18
Keeping an eye on the outlook for expenses like energy and petrol can help you target areas that could easily get out of control, says Sam Barrett. Read more
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How to challenge your council tax bill

Fri, 22/01/2010 - 12:40

Council tax is one of the most loathed taxes in the UK, so make sure you aren’t paying more than you should.

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Swap bricks and mortar for an alternative home

By Laura Howard    Update: Tue, 07/07/2009 - 12:37
If you are a first-time buyer looking for a truly affordable home, it could be worthwhile widening your horizons. Laura Howard weighs up the alternative ways of finding a roof to put over your head. Read more
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Slash your tax bill in just five days

Update: Thu, 21/01/2010 - 18:24
You can give your finances a serious lift by beating the taxman. Sam Barrett shares some quick and easy ways you can reduce your tax bill in just five days. Read more
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Beat council tax rises

Update: Wed, 25/02/2009 - 13:25
Council tax bills are set to jump by 3% this year - but there are ways you can reduce your bill. Read more
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Flood-hit families offered council tax discounts

Update: Tue, 11/11/2008 - 10:50
Over 1,500 flood-hit families are to be given help with their council tax bills, the government has confirmed. Read more
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Tories pledge council tax freeze

Update: Mon, 29/09/2008 - 14:13
The Conservative Party says it will introduce a freeze on council tax increases for two-years if it is elected to power at the next general election. Read more
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Crackdown on excessive council tax hikes

Update: Thu, 26/06/2008 - 14:31
Local authorities that implement excessive council tax rises face a government crackdown, which could result in rebates for local taxpayers. Read more
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Council tax bills to rise 4%

Update: Thu, 27/03/2008 - 18:15
Council tax bills will increase by an average of 4% in 2008/09 to around £1,146 per household, the government has confirmed. Read more

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