by Soniya Basu | Apr 21, 2025 | Finance & Banking, Settling in the UK
Let’s be honest — taxes aren’t the most exciting topic. But if you’ve recently moved to the UK, started your first job, or are just trying to be a responsible adult (good for you 👏), then knowing how UK Tax work is crucial. Because in the UK, taxes are...
by Soniya Basu | Apr 21, 2025 | Finance & Banking, Settling in the UK
(Because no one wants surprise bills from the council) If you’ve recently moved into a flat, student accommodation, or house-share in the UK, there’s one phrase that might pop up and make you go, “Wait, I have to pay for bins?” Council Tax — a fee most residents...
by Soniya Basu | Apr 21, 2025 | Finance & Banking, Settling in the UK
(Because adulting just got real, and HMRC doesn’t mess around) So, you’ve landed your first job in the UK — whether it’s a part-time student gig, your first salaried role, or a freelance hustle. The payslip hits your inbox, and suddenly there’s a chunk missing. 🤯...
by Soniya Basu | Apr 18, 2025 | Finance & Banking, Settling in the UK
(Because your profits shouldn’t surprise you with a tax bill later) If you’re thinking of selling your crypto, cashing out stocks, or flipping your first investment property — pause for a second. There’s one thing you need to understand first: Capital...
by Soniya Basu | Apr 17, 2025 | Finance & Banking, Settling in the UK
(Because it’s not just another deduction — it’s your future safety net) If you’ve recently started working in the UK, you’ve probably noticed “National Insurance” (NI) being deducted from your payslip. And if you’re anything like most first-time earners, your...
by Soniya Basu | Apr 10, 2025 | Before You Arrive, Settling in the UK
Because staying connected is basically survival. Alright, so you’ve landed in the UK — maybe you’ve figured out your accommodation, started uni, even found the best Indian grocery store around. But now comes the big question: How do you get on the grid without going...
