10 ways to save tax without getting into trouble

Top tips from Hargreaves Lansdown

Hannah Godfrey
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It's that time of the year again and the tax-return deadline is fast approaching. Here Hargreaves Lansdown suggests 10 ways clients can save tax without upsetting the taxman.

HMRC has always been very clear on the matter - it will not tolerate any form of tax avoidance or evasion. Yet, for the vast majority of law-abiding savers and investors, there are lots of simple, blue chip ways to save tax, says Hargreaves Lansdown chartered financial planner Danny Cox (pictured). Here are his 10 top tips for advisers and their clients: 1. Make the most of the income tax allowance and tax bands "The increase in personal allowance to £11,000 this tax year and to £11,500 from 6 April 2017 provides greater opportunity for couples to receive tax-free income," says Cox....

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