Articles tagged "Council tax"

Council tax to be frozen until 2013

Last updated: Oct 3rd, 2011

News by Ruth Jackson

George Osborne has announced that he is hoping to extend the current council tax freeze until 2013.

Council tax freeze sees families £72 up

Last updated: Mar 9th, 2011

News

Local councils agree to freeze or reduce council tax despite swingeing budget cuts.

Where next for your bills?

Last updated: Apr 30th, 2010

Feature by Sam Barrett

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.

How to challenge your council tax bill

Last updated: Aug 25th, 2011

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

Last updated: Aug 23rd, 2011

Feature by Laura Howard

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.

Slash your tax bill in just five days

Last updated: Aug 24th, 2011

Feature

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.