Martin Lewis: Win a £6,000 Council Tax Refund
Martin Lewis reveals how thousands may be overpaying council tax. Follow his two-step check to challenge your band and potentially claim a backdated refund, just like one viewer who got £6,000 back.
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How to check your council tax band and claim a refund
Martin Lewis explains a two-step check to see if you're in the wrong council tax band. One viewer secured a £6,000 refund. Learn how to challenge your band safely.
Luxury Dorset beach huts hit with 50% council tax rise
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase after the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211k for local services.
Luxury Dorset Beach Huts Hit With 50% Council Tax Rise
Owners of exclusive Dorset beach huts face a 50% council tax increase as the local authority reclassifies them as second homes. The move aims to raise £211,000 amid a financial crisis.
Council Tax to Double for Thousands of Second Homes
Thousands of second-home owners face a 100% council tax surcharge from April, doubling bills as cash-strapped councils seek new revenue. Discover which areas are affected.
Second home council tax to double in new wave of hikes
Thousands of second home owners face a 100% council tax surcharge from April, doubling bills. Discover which areas are affected and the financial impact.
Full list of who can get free or discounted Council Tax
Thousands of UK households could be eligible for a 100% discount on their council tax bill. Find out if you qualify for a full exemption or a reduction based on your circumstances.
£5,989 Council Tax Refund After Martin Lewis Advice
A listener to Martin Lewis's podcast reveals how he secured a £5,989.30 council tax refund for his father with dementia using the 'severely under-publicised' SMI discount. Learn how this could impact hundreds of thousands.
Reform's Kent Council Budget Gap Hits £60m
Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces a £60 million budget shortfall next year even with a maximum council tax rise. Leaked documents reveal spending pressures and fears of severe service cuts.
Six Councils Can Raise Tax Over 5% Without Vote
Six London councils can raise council tax by over 5% without a referendum after government funding cuts. The move aims to improve fairness but sparks political row.
Labour's funding shake-up could trigger council tax rises
Economists warn Labour's council funding raid could force tax increases across the UK, with six areas facing unlimited rises from 2027. Discover the impact on your bills.
Lake District homeowners hit by Labour mansion tax
Wealthy second home owners in Windermere face £5,000 annual tax hikes under Labour's new council tax surcharge, forcing sales and local exodus. Discover the impact.
Mansion Tax to Impact Over Half of Homes in Wealthy Areas
Exclusive analysis reveals over 60% of homeowners in Knightsbridge face Rachel Reeves' new mansion tax on properties over £2m. Discover which areas are most affected.
Mansion Tax: £2.5k Surcharge on £2m Homes from 2028
A new 'mansion tax' on homes over £2million will hit London hardest. See the interactive map revealing the 26,500 properties affected across the UK from 2028.
New Council Tax Surcharge for £2M+ Properties in England
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a High Value Council Tax Surcharge on properties over £2 million from April 2028. Discover how this property tax reform aims to increase fairness.
Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
New Council Tax Surcharge for £2m+ Properties
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new annual council tax surcharge for properties valued over £2m, starting April 2028. Find out how this 'mansion tax' could affect homeowners.
New 'Mansion Tax' with £7,500 Annual Charge Announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 'high value council tax surcharge' on properties over £2 million, creating four new bands. Discover how this new property tax will work.
Reeves Unveils New Mansion Tax on £2m+ Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 'high value council tax surcharge' on properties over £2 million, expected to raise £400 million annually. Discover how this new mansion tax will work.
Beat the £10k single tax with these clever tips
A single parent shares her proven strategies to save and earn over £10,000 annually, countering the high costs of living alone. Discover how to reclaim your financial freedom.
Mansion tax branded 'unfair' by next-door neighbours
A proposed mansion tax creates a postcode lottery as two neighbours in similar houses face different fates. Discover how Rachel Reeves's Budget plan impacts homeowners.
Expert: Why Rachel Reeves's Mansion Tax Won't Work
Leading tax expert Dan Neidle reveals why the proposed mansion tax is unfair and unworkable, citing outdated valuations. Discover the potential impact on homeowners.
Budget 'Mansion Tax' on 100,000 £2m+ Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a council tax surcharge on properties valued over £2 million in the Budget. Discover if you're affected and how to potentially cut your bill.
Expert: Reeves' Mansion Tax Plan Won't Work
Tax expert Dan Neidle reveals why Rachel Reeves' proposed mansion tax, based on outdated 1991 valuations, is unworkable and could stall the housing market. Discover the key issues.
Reeves' Mansion Tax Hits 100,000 Homes in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans £2,000 annual levy on top council tax bands, disproportionately affecting South East homeowners. Check how your area could be impacted.
Reeves faces £22bn hole with property tax in sights
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts £22bn fiscal gap with property tax reforms targeting high-value homes, council tax overhaul and stamp duty changes in imminent Budget.
Healey's council tax error causes Labour embarrassment
Defence Secretary John Healey faces questions after underpaying council tax on his Westminster second home due to an administrative error. The Labour minister has now paid the full £1,500 owed. Discover the full story.
Treasury Plans Council Tax Overhaul for Priciest Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urged to undertake a full council tax revaluation as the Treasury plans a new levy on properties valued over £1 million. Discover the potential impact on UK homeowners.
Beat the single tax: 10 ways to save £10k annually
Mirror journalist Jackie Annett reveals how being single costs £10,000 more yearly and shares her 10 proven strategies to overcome the financial penalty and thrive financially.
Reeves' Budget Levy Targets Middle Class Families
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a new council tax surcharge on hundreds of thousands of homes in England, aiming to raise £600m. Discover how this 'mansion tax' could impact you.
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