Thursday 13 August 2026
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Jasmine Birtles

21 articles on New Dispatch

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'Will I be taxed on my state pension next year?' Jasmine Birtles explains how to avoid a 'surprise tax bill'

Jasmine Birtles discusses how the rising state pension could push more retirees into paying income tax — and what you can do to avoid a surprise bill

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‘Welcome to Awful April’: Jasmine Birtles reveals how to protect your wallet as energy, water and council tax bills rise

Jasmine Birtles explains what is happening to your money in April and how to manage it

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'Want to make your child a millionaire? Here's how!' Jasmine Birtles reveals all

Experts share how Britons can bolster their child's savings and become a millionaire in adulthood

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Beat the taxman: Jasmine Birtles explains smart money moves to keep more of your hard earned cashte

As the tax year comes to a close, Jasmine Birtles has shared her advice on what to do before the tax year ends

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Over 60s can 'earn up to £7.5k tax-free' with side hustle hack, Jasmine Birtles reveals how to boost income

Money expert Jasmine Birtles is sharing how over 60s can boost their income significantly by taking on a side hustle

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'I'm 55 years old and only have £60,000 saved up. What steps can I take to build a solid pension plan?'

Money expert Jasmine Birtles breaks down how Britons can bolster their pension savings as retirement gets closer

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Gold sovereigns: The hidden tax benefits you could be missing amid Trump's tariff threats and economic instability

Money expert Jasmine Birtles explains some key considerations when investing in gold

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ISAs explained: A deep dive into tax-free savings amid calls for reform

Money expert Jasmine Birtles explains the pros and cons of ISAs amid reports the savings vehicle needs reforming

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'My inheritance tax bill has multiplied by 4 overnight. How can I avoid leaving my children with this huge bill?' Jasmine Birtles's six ways to reduce bill

In this week's pensions and retirement Q&A;, Jasmine Birtles answers a question on inheritance tax and how people can reduce their tax bill amid tax changes

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'My husband is dead. Will I have to pay inheritance tax on his pension pot?' Jasmine Birtles replies

Jasmine Birtles breaks down who will need to pay inheritance tax on inherited pension pots and who may be able to avoid a charge from HMRC

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What a capital gains tax hike could mean for your buy-to-let

Jasmine Birtles discusses potential capital gains tax changes in this week's pensions and retirement Q&A;

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How to invest in gold: The important warning to note or risk being hit by capital gains tax

Money expert Jasmine Birtles explains some key considerations when investing in gold

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'Can I get Pension Credit?' Jasmine Birtles explains support for pensioner struggling on low income

In this week's pensions and retirement Q&A;, Jasmine Birtles discusses Pension Credit eligibility

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'My husband died before reaching state pension age. Can I inherit any of his pension?'

In this week's pensions and retirement Q&A;, Jasmine Birtles answers a question on inheriting pensions

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Widower, 84, asks: ‘Will the £8,000 I hold for funeral costs count against Pension Credit claim?’

Pension Credit eligibility is the topic of this week's Pensions and Retirement Q&A; with Jasmine Birtles

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'Can I claim Carer's Allowance if I get the state pension and have a small private pension?' Jasmine Birtles replies

In this week's pensions and retirement Q&A;, money expert Jasmine Birtles explains the Carer's Allowance rules

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'I still work part-time. How much tax would be deducted if I withdrew my small pension?'

In this week's pensions and retirement Q&A;, Jasmine Birtles looks at tax on pension income

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'I earn very little interest on my pension - how can I boost my savings?' Jasmine Birtles replies

Jasmine Birtles explains different savings options in this week's pensions and retirement Q&A;

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'Why hasn't my state pension increased?' Jasmine Birtles explains why pensioner hasn't received 8.5% boost

Jasmine Birtles explained the UK state pension rules for people living abroad in this week's Q&A; as a pensioner has been left struggling on a frozen pension

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'I'm already taxed on my pension. Do I need to contact HMRC now state pension has risen?' Jasmine Birtles replies

Jasmine Birtles explains how the tax on private pension income and the state pension works for a pensioner who is being taxed

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'Stealth tax means I'm now taxed on my savings - how do I declare it to HMRC?' Jasmine Birtles replies

In this week's pensions and retirement Q&A;, Jasmine Birtles explains the tax on interest earned from savings after a pensioner was dragged into the basic rate tax band