How to celebrate no longer working for the taxman...

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To celebrate Tax Freedom Day, follow these essential steps and make sure your tax arrangements are in the best possible shape.

This article first appeared on Your Money. According to the Adam Smith Institute, May 30 marked 'Tax Freedom Day' - calculated annually by the institute as the day we stop paying the Government taxes and start earning money for ourselves. Although a day later than last year, it is a day worth celebrating. This year's 5 April tax deadline brought some of the most significant changes for taxpayers in recent years, and it pays to keep up to date with all changes that can affect your take home pay. Making the most of the rate change Since 6 April 2013 the top rate of income tax f...

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