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Vexo Accounting is a personal tax accountant working with individuals and families across the UK. Whether you need help with a self assessment tax return, capital gains tax on a property sale, or a review of your personal tax affairs, we handle the detail for you. Our personal tax services cover income tax and pensions, and we work with clients UK-wide, so location anywhere in the UK never gets in the way of good personal tax advice. Our tax planning support works the same way wherever in the UK you are based.

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Why Getting Proper Personal Tax Advice Matters More In 2026 Than It Used To

Personal tax has become more complicated for a lot of people. Rules change most years, allowances shrink, and HMRC has more data on your income than ever before. The UK tax system rewards good planning, and meeting your tax obligations matters just as much as getting the figures right.

Self Assessment tax liabilities reached roughly £76.9 billion in 2024 to 25, up from £52.2 billion in 2020 to 21, a 47% rise reflecting how many more people now have income tax and capital gains to account for outside simple PAYE.

HMRC estimated the UK tax gap at £59.2 billion for 2024 to 25, with £14.6 billion of that sitting in Self Assessment alone. Good personal tax planning is not about avoiding what you owe. It is about making sure you pay only what you owe, claiming the tax reliefs and allowances you are entitled to, and never missing a deadline that turns into a penalty.

How A Self Assessment Tax Return Service Keeps You On The Right Side Of HMRC

Filing a self assessment tax return on your own is fine if your income is simple. Add a second income source, rental property, or dividends, and mistakes get easy to make, and small compliance slips often trigger a closer look from HMRC.

We prepare and file your tax return, check your figures, and flag anything HMRC is likely to query, building good compliance habits from day one. Nineteen point seven million people used a Personal Tax Account during 2025 to 26, and we help clients get more from it. Our tax adviser can advise on your income tax position throughout the year, whatever your tax matters involve.

Support With Capital Gains Tax And Inheritance Tax When It Actually Matters

Capital gains tax applies when you sell or dispose of an asset that has gone up in value, such as shares or a property. Your main home is usually exempt, and gifts between spouses are generally exempt too. The annual exempt amount is £3,000 for 2026 to 27, with individual rates of 18% or 24% depending on income. Capital gains tax on UK residential property must be reported to HMRC within 60 days of completion.

Inheritance tax works differently. The standard nil rate band stays at £325,000, and the residence nil rate band of £175,000 can take a qualifying estate up to £500,000 before tax is due. Inheritance tax must usually be paid within six months of death, and beneficiaries sometimes pay before assets are released, so early planning can reduce an IHT bill. Inheritance itself is not counted as income for tax purposes.

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Who We Help With Personal Tax Planning And Reviews

Who We Help With Personal Tax Planning And Reviews

Our clients include individuals, families, and directors across the UK. Even clients on a low income find a quick review worthwhile, since it confirms they are not overpaying.

Most of our work falls into a few groups:

  • People with more than one income source, such as PAYE plus freelance, rental, or side business income
  • Company directors managing salary, dividends, benefits in kind, or a director's loan account
  • Self-employed workers, landlords, and higher earners affected by the personal allowance taper above £100,000

If you do not see your situation on that list, get in touch. We look at all aspects of your personal tax position, whether you run your own business, rent out UK property, or simply have income beyond your salary. Our services flex to match how much you earn and how much tax you pay, wherever in the UK you live.

Planning For Directors, The Self-Employed, And Higher Earners

Once your income passes £100,000, your personal allowance starts to fall, and disappears at £125,140, creating an effective tax rate on the income in between.

We help directors weigh up salary against dividends and pension contributions. We provide advice on the tax implications of a bonus or dividend change. For the self-employed, we make sure you are ready for Making Tax Digital, which brought sole traders and landlords with gross income above £50,000 into its first phase from April 2026. We also check your national insurance position if income moves between employment and self-employment.

Property, Family, and Cross-Border Tax Matters

Rental income, jointly owned property, and second homes all bring their own tax questions. For example, jointly owned property often needs a different approach for each spouse, especially where tax reliefs on mortgage interest apply. Moving to or from the UK, foreign income, and your position under the statutory residence test raise international tax questions too.

We also support family-focused planning, including the marriage allowance, transferring assets between spouses, and structures such as family investment companies for more complex estates. We can also explain double taxation relief and how foreign income and gains are treated under UK taxation rules. Business assets sold as part of a wider estate plan bring their own tax matters too.

Make Sure You Are Not Paying More Tax Than You Need To

Let Vexo Accounting review your personal tax position, check available allowances and reliefs, and help you plan ahead so you stay compliant and pay only what you owe.

Sorting Out HMRC Problems, Corrections, And End Of Year Tax Reviews

Fixing Mistakes, Voluntary Disclosures, And HMRC Enquiries

Nobody plans to get a tax return wrong, but it happens. If HMRC opens an enquiry, or a past return needs correcting, we deal directly with HMRC and explain what a voluntary disclosure means. Staying on top of tax compliance from the outset is cheaper than fixing it later, and we build compliance into everything we do.

Late filing and late payment penalties can add up fast, and tax reliefs may still be available for previous tax years, subject to the usual time limits. Our tax specialists check whether an old mistake can still be fixed. We advise on the right course of action, give practical advice, and support you every step of the way. Meeting your tax obligations should never feel like guesswork, and we handle tax matters big and small.

Reviewing Pensions, Bonuses, And Giving Each Year

We also run end-of-year tax reviews for clients who want to check their tax code, pension contributions, and any bonuses before the tax year closes. This includes your pension annual allowance, pension income in retirement, and whether salary sacrifice still makes sense. Reviewing pensions and investment income together each year is one of the simplest ways to avoid paying more tax than needed.

Charitable giving can also reduce your tax bill when structured correctly, folded into your wider personal tax planning. We can also help you plan tax payments in advance, so nothing catches you out in January. Clients who review this every year rarely face surprises, and we advise them on what matters most: a clear view of your finances with no surprises when the bill arrives.

Sorting Out HMRC Problems, Corrections, And End Of Year Tax Reviews
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Looking After Wealth Assets And Plans For The Future

Looking After Wealth, Assets, And Plans For The Future

Good personal tax advice is not only about this year's return. We also help clients plan for the future, whether that means retirement, passing on wealth, or feeling more in control of their money.

For example, a client nearing retirement might want pensions and investments reviewed together, while a business owner might want a plan for passing on business assets without an unnecessary tax bill. We provide advice on both, and the plan is explained clearly.

We look at the full picture, from income and pensions today to estate and family wealth later. Several aspects of UK taxation only make sense together. These aspects rarely stand alone, which is why every client leaves with a clear plan, not just a filed return.

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How Our Personal Tax Review Process Works From First Call To Filing

We keep things simple. In the first instance, we ask a few questions about your income and goals.

  1. A short initial conversation to understand your personal circumstances
  2. A review of your income, allowances, and any tax reliefs you may be missing
  3. Preparation and submission of your tax return, with a plain English explanation of the numbers

You deal directly with the tax adviser handling your return, not a call centre. We work closely with you, our services stay consistent, and simple queries during the year are covered as part of an ongoing relationship. That level of compliance protects you if HMRC asks questions later.

How Our Personal Tax Review Process Works From First Call To Filing
How Much Does a Personal Tax Accountant Cost in the UK

How Much Does a Personal Tax Accountant Cost in the UK?

Costs vary depending on how complex your income is, but you should know how much tax you owe and what our services will cost. A straightforward personal tax return typically costs between £150 and £350. Returns involving rental property, dividends, capital gains, or foreign income commonly fall between £250 and £500, and complex cases, such as cryptocurrency transactions, can run from £350 up to £750 or more.

This is a rough guide, and actual cost varies with your personal circumstances, so we confirm a fixed quote before work begins. You pay a fixed fee agreed in advance, never an open-ended bill. Self-employed clients and landlords can claim the business or rental portion of fees as an allowable expense, and every quote sets out the tax year it covers. Our services are priced clearly, and many clients tell us they pay less once missed reliefs and allowances are factored in.

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What Makes Vexo Accounting Different When You Need A Personal Tax Adviser

We are not the biggest firm, and we do not want to be. We would rather build extensive experience with fewer clients than spread ourselves thin.

That means a personal service, not a call centre queue, and a tax adviser who already knows your file. As an accountancy firm, our personal tax services cover everything from a single self assessment return to ongoing planning for high net worth individuals, with the same level of tax compliance for every client. We give tailored tax advice based on your income and goals, not a generic checklist, and these services suit anyone who wants ongoing support. We also believe in being upfront about who is behind the advice you receive, wherever in the UK you are based. If you would like to know more about our qualifications, just ask.

What Makes Vexo Accounting Different When You Need A Personal Tax Adviser
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Get Your Free Personal Tax Quote From Vexo Accounting Today

Get Your Free Personal Tax Quote From Vexo Accounting Today

If your personal tax affairs need a second look, or you want a clear plan for the year ahead, we would like to hear from you. Vexo Accounting offers free professional advice on your first call, with no pressure and no jargon. If you are not sure which of our services you need, we offer free help working it out, and every plan we suggest fits UK rules that apply to you.

Contact Vexo Accounting today for a free quote on personal tax advice, self assessment support, or a full personal tax review. Wherever you are in the UK, our tax adviser team is ready to help you plan ahead, stay compliant, and pay only what you owe.

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What does a personal tax accountant do?

A personal tax accountant helps individuals manage Self Assessment, income tax, tax planning, capital gains and other personal tax matters. They can review your income, allowances and tax reliefs, prepare your return and help deal with HMRC when required.

How much does a personal tax accountant cost in the UK?

A personal tax accountant typically charges £150 to £350 for a straightforward personal tax return, while returns involving property, dividends, capital gains or foreign income can cost £250 to £500. More complex cases, including cryptocurrency transactions, can cost £350 to £750 or more, with Vexo Accounting confirming a fixed fee before work starts.

Do I need a personal tax accountant in the UK?

A personal tax accountant can be useful if you have multiple income sources, rental income, dividends, self-employed earnings, investments or a more complicated tax position. Even people with lower incomes may benefit from a review to check they are claiming the allowances and reliefs available to them.

Can a personal tax accountant help with Self Assessment?

A personal tax accountant can prepare and file your Self Assessment tax return, check the figures and identify issues that HMRC may query. This can be particularly useful where your income includes freelance work, rental property, dividends or other sources outside straightforward PAYE.

Can a personal tax accountant help me reduce my tax bill?

A personal tax accountant can help you pay only the tax you owe by checking applicable allowances, reliefs, pension contributions and other planning opportunities. The aim is proper tax planning and compliance rather than avoiding tax, with advice based on your individual circumstances.

Can a personal tax accountant deal with HMRC for me?

A personal tax accountant can deal directly with HMRC where you need help with an enquiry, correction or voluntary disclosure. They can explain the position, advise on the appropriate action and help resolve tax compliance issues on your behalf.
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