RIFT Refunds Blog

This is where you'll find tips on discovering what the taxman owes you and how to get it back. Plus, with an average refund of £3,000, we'll even throw in some hints on spending your reclaimed cash as well as how to make the most of your money!

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RIFT Results Case Study: Apryl Drewe

04th NOVEMBER 2025

Working in construction, Apryl wasn’t sure if she would be eligible to claim a yearly tax refund. A colleague first s...

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What is tax relief in the UK

31st OCTOBER 2025

Tax relief allows taxpayers to reduce the amount of tax owed, helping you keep more of your hard-earned money. It com...

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The True Cost of Travelling to Work

31st OCTOBER 2025

It's amazing the things you get used to. One thing we've noticed at RIFT is that the more you have to travel, the mor...

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Understanding A CT600 Form With RIFT Tax Refunds
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Do you need to pay tax on your side hustle?

29th OCTOBER 2025

Side hustles are a fantastic way to top up your income, but do you always need to pay tax on that extra cash? The ans...

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What are National Insurance Contributions?​

15th OCTOBER 2025

What is National Insurance and why do we pay it? When you reach the age of 16 you'll be given a National Insurance ca...

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What Is Rental Income Tax Return
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What is rental income?

07th OCTOBER 2025

Reviewed by RIFT's Quality and Service Manager, Edward Waine ATT If you earn money from letting out a room, prop...

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The Benefits and Allowances You Could Be Entitled To For Wearing a Uniform​

07th OCTOBER 2025

Uniform tax rebates (sometimes called uniform benefits or HMRC uniform allowances) are a special kind of tax rel...

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What is a CIS Return? Understanding the Basics

06th OCTOBER 2025

If you run a construction business and hire subcontractors, filing a CIS return is one of your monthly responsibiliti...

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Employment barriers and debt cycles - Young adults in 2025

30th SEPTEMBER 2025

If it feels like the odds are stacked against you right now, you’re not imagining it. In 2025, trying to build a stab...

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