What Is the Current Tax Free Allowance

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Good question! Most people get this allowance automatically. It’s like a birthday present from the government—just without the cake. However, if you earn over £100,000, the party starts to wind down. For every £2 you earn above that, your Personal Allowance shrinks by £1.

So if you’re rolling in dough—say, earning £125,140 or more—your allowance drops to zero. That’s right, zilch, nada. The taxman takes back the party invite. But hey, if you’re making that much, you’re probably not sweating the small stuff. Or maybe you are. I don’t know your life.

And here’s a fun twist: this allowance only applies to income tax. National Insurance is a whole different beast, and we don’t talk about National Insurance at parties. It’s the awkward cousin who shows up uninvited.

What Counts as “Taxable Income”?

You might be thinking, “Does this include my side hustle selling handmade candles? What about my lottery win of £4.50?” Let’s break it down. Your Personal Allowance covers things like your salary, wages, tips, and most pensions. Yes, even that little job you did for your neighbour’s cat-sitting.

But here’s the kicker: some income is completely ignored. Interest from savings? Up to a certain amount, it’s tax-free—thanks to the Personal Savings Allowance. Dividends from investments? Same deal, with a separate allowance of £500 for this year. It’s like a tax-free buffet, but you can only take a few plates.

Oh, and let’s not forget the trading allowance. If you sell old clothes on Vinted or earn a bit from freelancing, you can make up to £1,000 tax-free. That’s enough for a few tacos and a good cry about how expensive life is.

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