UK Tax Blog

Bonus Tax Calculator UK 2026: Why Your Bonus Is Taxed at 60%

Your bonus isn't just taxed at 40%. For UK earners near £100,000, the effective rate hits 60% — and childcare benefits make it worse. Here's exactly what your bonus costs and how pension sacrifice changes the numbers

7 Reasons UK Professionals Switch From Spreadsheets to TaxPilot in 2026

Spreadsheets can calculate tax — but they can't surface the scenarios you haven't thought to model. Here are seven structural reasons UK professionals earning £80,000–£150,000 are switching to TaxPilot for pension sacrifice optimisation, the £100k trap, and childcare planning in 2026.

What Is Adjusted Net Income — And Why It Controls Your Tax Position

Adjusted net income (ANI) is the figure HMRC uses to decide your Personal Allowance, childcare eligibility, and High Income Child Benefit Charge. Here's how it's calculated and how to reduce it.

Multi-Year Tax Planning: Why What You Do in 2026 Affects Your 2027 Pension Allowance

Pension carry forward lets you stack three years of unused annual allowance on top of the current year's £60,000. Here's how to model your position before the 2023/24 window closes in April 2027.

TaxPilot vs TaxScouts: Which Is Right for You?

A detailed comparison of TaxPilot and TaxScouts — two different approaches to UK tax management. Find out which service suits your situation best.

How to Optimise Your 2026/27 Tax Year (Starting Now)

The 2026/27 UK tax year just started. Learn why early planning matters, how salary sacrifice can save you thousands, and why waiting too long could cost you — with real examples.

How the £100k Tax Trap Really Works (And How to Avoid It)

A practical guide to the UK £100k personal allowance trap, including salary sacrifice strategies and pension contributions that can save you thousands.