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Am I eligible to make a PPI Tax Claim in 2021?

Making a PPI tax claim in 2021 may be the furthest thing from your mind right now. We understand. It’s a brand new year and Gowing Law wants to make sure that you start off the year on a good note. For some, they may be more worried about Covid-19 and how tier 4 may affect their livelihood. But others may be more concerned about the arrival of Brexit and how it’s going to change the world of work, travel and their daily lives. But for us, our main objective this year is to get our clients the money back that they have lost when paying tax on their PPI claim.

So far, we have been able to help people all over the country claim back their PPI tax that may have been automatically deducted from their overall pay-out. In 2020 alone, this has rounded up to around £10,000 in rebates! That’s why Gowing Law’s Solicitors are determined to do the hard work to get you a successful PPI tax pay-out in 2021. You can put away the money for a rainy day or use it to treat yourself. The choice is entirely yours!

Click the link below to visit Gowing Law’s PPI tax claim page and start your journey with our helpful lawyers today. You can also call us on 0800 041 8350 to get advice from our solicitors on how you get started.

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Am I eligible to make a PPI Tax Claim in 2021?

For the last year, Gowing Law has been working tirelessly to get our clients a successful PPI tax claim where they can get their money returned from HMRC. However, now that 2021 has rolled around, you may be worried about whether or not you could be eligible to make a PPI tax claim yourself. All tax claims have a limit on them. Whether you are looking to claim back the tax on your PPI or you are interested in making a marriage tax claim, you should have around 4 years from the previous tax year from when the over-payment occurred. Have a look at our example below to understand how the timeline works:

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Am I eligible to make a PPI Tax Claim in general?

To understand whether or not you are eligible to make a PPI tax claim, you need to know about the background of PPI claims in general. PPI stands for “payment protection insurance.” Originally, it was used as a safety net for those taking out financial payment schemes. This included credit cards, lending schemes and catalogue payment plans. If you got ill or did not have the money to pay back what you owed, your PPI would be able to cover you until you got the funds needed to clear your debt.

However, in the majority of cases, the PPI scheme did not provide enough money to cover the payments. In fact, in most cases it was simply mis-sold. Most people:

  • Did not realize they were sold PPI
  • Were pressurized into buying a PPI plan
  • Had the plan inserted into their payment policy without being told
  • Received a policy that did not suit their financial needs (i.e. they were self-employed or were working abroad.)

These mis-sold policies usually meant that people were losing more money that they realized. That is why the government allowed people to reclaim this money that they had lost by purchasing a PPI policy. The problem came from the fact that HMRC issued a refund but took away tax, meaning that clients did not get the full amount they were owed. To be eligible for a PPI tax pay-out in 2021, have a look at the criteria below.

Are you eligible for a claim?

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If you feel a little confused about whether or not you are eligible to make a claim, the best way to find out more is to speak to your solicitor about your eligibility. Every financial situation is going to be different. That’s why it’s best to go to someone who has the legal experience necessary to let you know whether (or not) your claim is worth pursuing. Gowing Law Solicitors will make sure you understand exactly what you are owed and how you can claim it back.

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Why did I have PPI tax taken away from my PPI pay-out in the first place?

If you have been mis-sold PPI, and did not get the full amount returned to you, you may be considering whether or not you can make a successful PPI tax claim. Your PPI pay-out consisted of three things. These were:

  • The amount you paid for your PPI
  • Any additional interest that was added to your PPI payments
  • A tax of statutory interest that wad added at 8% every year to both the PPI payments and PPI payment interest

The pay-out you received was supposed to help you get back to the original amount you were at. However, if you did not go over your personal savings allowance (PSA), then the bank may have automatically taken away tax without realizing you did not go over your limit. Only your statutory interest can be taxed. That’s why 20% of your payment may have been taken away. However, you can claim this back with the help of one Gowing Law’s tax specialists.

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Could I get a big pay-out from making a PPI tax claim?

It is possible that you could get £1000’s from your PPI tax claim. However, it is important to remember that the amount you get does depend on how much you paid in. Everyone’s financial situation is different. It also depends on your tax band and statutory interest that you paid in. Have a look below to see an estimate of how much you could be paid through your PPI tax claim, depending on your tax bracket:

  • Top Rate Payers: If you pay around 45% in tax, you are not eligible for a PPI tax claim.
  • High Rate Payers: If you pay around 40% in tax, you could claim around £500, tax-free.
  • Basic Rate Payers: If you pay around 20% in tax, you could claim around £1,000, tax free.

Even if you have been rejected before for a PPI tax claim by HMRC, you could be owed money that you will need a solicitor to help you claim back. A solicitor can help you estimate how much you could be owed and how you can quickly get your payment back. Just keep in mind that it may take a little longer due to the current UK court backlog.

Could the current pandemic interrupt my PPI Tax Claim?

As tier restrictions will cause problems for most people around the UK, you may feel a little worried that the pandemic may interrupt your PPI tax claim. Covid-19 has already taken its toll around people in the UK. They have lost their jobs, suffered from Covid-related work accidents and have had loved ones pass away. You may be focusing on writing your own will and may think that right now the best thing to do is just to keep to yourself and wait for the pandemic to blow over.

That’s fine if you want to do that. However, if you have a PPI tax claim in the works, you don’t need to worry. Working with Gowing Law can mean that your tax claim will progress as planned. All of our staff are working remotely, that means they can keep helping you with your claims without putting themselves (or you) at risk. The only difference is that it may take a little longer to process your claim due to the delays with HMRC, the banks and the court system. Be patient and keep in contact with your solicitor. They will make sure to alert you when your cheque comes in and let you know if there are any additional delays.

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Can a solicitor help me with my PPI tax claim?

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One of the things that we value as a professional Manchester law firm is simplicity. We understand that tax claims can feel extremely complicated if you do them on your own. You may feel nervous about making mistakes that may invalidate your claim, especially if you have little legal experience again. That’s why we would highly recommend that you get in contact with our firm to get your PPI tax returned to you quickly and efficiently.

We have made the PPI tax claim process simple for all of our clients. All you need to do is fill out a few details and then let your lawyer fill out the R40 form for you. They can even work with HMRC on your behalf and keep you updated about when your cheque will be sent out to you.

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What could invalidate my PPI tax claim?

Unfortunately, there are a few ways that you could invalidate your PPI tax claim. This includes accidently writing the wrong figures on your R40 form. It could also include not providing specifics about your tax bracket or how much you earn. You may also have to provide information about your wage. This includes how much you paid for your PPI and evidence. The evidence can prove you were unfairly taxed as you did not go over your PSA.

By having a tax specialist fill out the form for you, and give you guidance and advice on how to get a successful PPI tax claim, you can simplify the process. That way you can feel at ease that you will get the pay-out you deserve. All of Gowing Law’s solicitors are experienced and know exactly how to help their clients get their money returned to them quickly and efficiently. Just let our solicitors know how they can help you and you can both get started on your PPI tax claim journey together.

Get in contact with Gowing Law Solicitors about your PPI Tax Claim

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Gowing Law Solicitors are here to help you with both your marriage and PPI tax claim. All you need to do is message us to get started! Our tax claim experts are experienced lawyers and want to get you the highest amount of compensation possible. They can offer you free advice and consultations to get started. These will be handled remotely so you can remain safely at home. If you are happy to work with us, feel free to let us know. We can offer you our services on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will always come out on top and you will never need to worry about any hidden fees. If we win your case, we will let you know how much you need to pay for our services.

Contact us now by phoning 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claims checker. From there, one of our specialists will be in contact to help you through the process. You can also fill out our PPI self-assessment form or use our LiveChat to speak to us directly. We will try to get back in contact with you as quickly as possible about your claim.

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We are very proud our law blog! Every week we update it with the latest information about legal claims, UK policies and seasonal updates. We have many other blogs that discuss PPI Tax Claims in great detail. So, make sure to scroll through our blogs to find the right content for you! If you cannot find a topic that interests you, let us know. We will write up a blog about your questions. Feel free to send us your suggestions to info@gowinglaw.co.uk. You can also follow our social media to learn about our latest giveaways, competitions and seasonal events.

We wish you the best of luck with your PPI tax claim. Gowing Law looks forward to seeing you in our next blog. Happy 2021!

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PPI Tax Claims & Christmas

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Ready to get an extra present from HMRC during the holiday season?

PPI Tax Claims are the last things you’re going to be thinking about this Christmas. However, throughout the holidays, Gowing Law has been determined to get you your PPI tax back in your pocket. We understand that the tax claim process can be daunting. That’s why it’s a great idea to have someone with legal experience on your side. Our solicitors are tax specialists. They help you get the pay-out that you deserve from HMRC in the New Year. All it takes is around 6-8 weeks to have a successful claim. So what’s stopping you from reaching out to us to get started?

Contact Gowing Law today to get started on your claim. You can use the link below to visit our PPI tax claims page:

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What is PPI Tax?

Previously, if you had taken out a financial scheme to help you purchase something expensive, like a mortgage, a credit card or catalogue, you would have most likely been sold PPI along with it. PPI stands for Payment Protection Insurance. This would have been used as a safety net just in case you could not pay back your loan. However, in most cases it would not produce enough of a payment to cover the expenses of the financial obligation. It was also often mis-sold to people who did not actually need it, such as people who were self-employed or were going abroad to start a business. Even worse, some people did not even know that they had purchased it! It was just included in their financial contract.

To make up for this, PPI was refunded from HMRC to the people who had initially bought it. Unfortunately, not all of it was actually returned. In some cases, in order to compensate for the buyer’s personal savings allowance (PSA) amount, banks may have automatically deducted around 20% in tax. It is this PPI tax that you could now claim back with the help from Gowing Law Solicitors.

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Why did I have to pay PPI tax in general?

If it was assumed that you were going over your PSA then you may find that 20% of your PPI pay-out was taken away. Your actual pay-out actually was made up of three things. Have a look at the infographic below for more information:

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As you can see, the thing that actually makes up your PPI tax is your statutory interest. If you had not gone over the PSA in the first place, the bank should have never have charged this interest. The main purpose of PPI tax is to get you back to the original amount of funds you should have been at if you never paid the tax. So, if they have taken away some of your money without realizing it, you are eligible to get these funds returned to you. All you need is the help of a trained solicitor to get you on the right track!

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How much could I get for a successful PPI tax claim?

Every pay-out is different. All over the UK, people could be owed £100’s in PPI tax and may not even know it! We also help people who have already been rejected by HMRC for their PPI tax claim. Your own pay-out will depend on the tax you pay. Have a look below to see which band you could fall into:

  • Top Rate Payers at 45%: You will not be eligible for PPI Tax Claims
  • High Rate Payers at 40%: You will be eligible for around £500 of tax free savings
  • Basic Rate Payers at 20%: You will be eligible for around £1,000 of tax free savings.

When you speak to your solicitor on the amount of PPI tax you could be owed through your claim, make sure to let them know how much tax you pay, as this could affect your overall pay-out. Your solicitor will also need to be able to use it to fill in the forms needed to get your money back from HMRC. So be honest and upfront. That way you can get the pay-out back as quickly as possible.

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How long will it take to make PPI Tax Claims with Gowing Law Solicitors?

It will take around 6-8 weeks to get your claim sorted with HMRC. However, keep in mind that due to the current pandemic and the backlog of UK courts. Therefore, you should be patient with your solicitor and make sure to keep updated about the latest position of your claim. We will make sure that you get expert advice and will process your claim as quickly as possible. You can rely on our trusted advisors to guide you through the tax claim process.

Get in contact with Gowing Law Solicitors about PPI Tax Claims

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As tax specialists, Gowing Law’s solicitors are ready to give you the legal advice that you need to move forward with your claim. PPI tax claims may seem intimidated, but our lawyers can help answer your questions. Start off your journey with Gowing Law by coming to us for free advice and consultations. If you want to work with us, we can offer our services on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will always come out on-top and will not need to pay any hidden fees.

Contact our Manchester law firm today by phoning 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our claims checker. One of our specialists will then be in contact to get you started. You can also use our claims form located on our PPI tax claims page.

We’ve already got back £10,000 worth of rebates for our clients all over the UK! Let us do the same for you.

Learn more about PPI Tax Claims from our blog

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Did you know that we have other PPI Tax Claims blogs located on our blog page? We always update our blog every single week with new content. This content is normally about UK law claims, legal updates and seasonal events. If you want to write in to give us a suggestion for our blog, feel free to send it to info@gowinglaw.co.uk. We would be more than happy to address your questions on our blog. Make sure to also follow our social media to see our latest giveaways and updates.

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Lights, Camera, Action: Gowing Law’s Advertisements

Gowing Law’s advertisements are coming to you from SKY, MadeTV, Imagine FM and Silk Group. We’ve created some brand new commercials and radio adverts that are set to go out over the New Year.

Here’s a sneak preview so you can be the first to get help from our UK law firm on your PPI Tax and Marriage Tax Claims.

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So far, Gowing Law has managed to help get around £10,000 in PPI Tax rebates for our clients in the UK. You could be owed £100’s in unpaid PPI Tax! This is where our law firm can step in to get you the pay-out that you deserve.

Gowing Law has simplified the PPI Tax process by creating a self-assessment claim’s form that only takes a few minutes to fill out! We can work with HMRC on your behalf to get you your money back, even if you have already been rejected for a claim. Our tax specialists will ensure you have a valid claim. It will then only take around 6-8 weeks to get your money back in your pocket.

Make sure to listen to both our radio and TV adverts to learn more! To get started, text “PPI” to “80818”. It’s that simple to get the legal advice you need to move forward with your PPI Tax Claim.

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Around 50% of married UK couples do not realize that they could be eligible for a Marriage Tax Claim! That’s why Gowing Law is ready to help them get the tax break that they deserve.

Gowing Law can help you understand whether or not you could be eligible for a tax break. Here is the criteria you need to fill to have a valid marriage tax claim:

  • You are married or in a civil partnership.
  • Your partner or you must earn between £12,500 – £50,000 and pay basic tax.
  • You or your partner must earn under £12,000 and not pay tax.

Our self-assessment claims form only takes 30 seconds to fill out! But you can also text “Tax” to “80818” to begin your own claim with our experienced solicitors. Make sure to keep an eye out for our radio and TV advertisements to learn more!

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Don’t forget that if you want to learn more about PPI Tax and Marriage Tax, Gowing Law has created a number of blogs explaining the basics of each claim. Click the links below to learn more information on UK tax claims:

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We hope that you have enjoyed seeing our adverts! Don’t forget that if you need help from a tax specialist or a personal injury solicitor, Gowing Law Solicitors will be here to help! Start off with our free advice and consultations. If you’re happy to work with us, we can offer our services on a “no win-no fee basis”. That means you will always end up on top and there will be no hidden fees to pay.

Use our contact details below or use our claims checker to start your journey with Gowing Law Solicitors.

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Peace of Mind for Christmas: Gowing Law Solicitors PPI Tax Claims

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PPI Tax Claims: Get a little extra this Christmas!

PPI Tax Claims may seem a little intimidating when you first hear about them, but they are not as complicated as you may think! In the UK, there are people who could be owed £100’s in PPI tax compensation. That’s why Gowing Law Solicitors is will get you a refund of your tax before Christmas. 2020 has been a bad year for everyone around the world. Covid-19 has caused so much financial and emotional stress for people in the UK. We want to get our clients a little extra back this Christmas. Claiming back your PPI tax means you can put away the pay-out for Christmas, or you can save it for a rainy day. The choice is yours!

Gowing Law is here to support you throughout the Christmas period with your PPI tax claim. This year we have managed to claim around £10,000 in rebates for our clients. We intend to keep going and make sure that people around the UK get the pay-out that they deserve. The best way to find out if you are eligible to make a claim is to speak with Gowing Law Solicitors yourself. Click on the button below to get started!

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Why should I make a PPI Tax Claim before Christmas?

As we stated before, the UK has been through a rough year. Not only are we still going through the second lockdown, but so many people have lost their jobs and are currently struggling to maintain their livelihoods during the winter season. That’s why we want to give our clients something a little extra before the end of the Christmas season from HMRC. We will make sure that you get the highest amount of compensation possible. Even if you have already been rejected for a PPI tax pay-out from HMRC, Gowing Law can help you figure out why you were rejected.

Gowing Law’s Solicitors will fill out of the paperwork on your behalf. That way there will be no mistakes. All you need to do is tell us the basic details of your claim and we can do all of the hard work. This means you will just need to sit back, wait and let us get the cheque sent to you. It’s that simple and can get you a little extra spending money just in time for Christmas.

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PPI Claims: What do I need to know about them?

Before we jump into PPI tax claims, let’s have a small chat about why the tax was taken off in the first place. Now, PPI stands for Payment Protection Insurance. It was originally sold as a safety blanket for those who took out some sort of payment plan. This included credit cards, home insurance, catalogue schemes and many other different types of loans. The problem with PPI is that most of the time the policy did not fit the person buying it, or the payments were not enough to cover the amount needed to pay off the loans. Therefore, having PPI scheme ended up being completely useless.

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That is the why the UK government decided to return the amount that their clients spent on their PPI. The only problem was, when the PPI amount was returned, in most cases around 20% of tax was taken away by HMRC. That tax can be returned through a PPI tax claims. This is where Gowing Law wants to step in to help our clients in the simplest way possible. We have created our own PPI tax form just to make things a little simpler!

Why did HMRC take tax off my PPI pay-out?

In some cases, taking off PPI tax from your pay-out may have been an automatic transaction by the banks at 20%. However, in other cases, your personal saving’s allowance may have been over-estimated without actually being checked. So you may have lost out due to the mismanagement of your funds. Take a look at the infographic below to learn how you could be eligible for a PPI tax claim:

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Now, as you can see these are only a few ways that you could be eligible for PPI tax claims. Everyone’s circumstances are going to be different. That’s why it is essential that you get in contact with a solicitor as quickly as possible. That way you can find out for yourself whether or not you could be eligible for any sort of PPI tax claims. Above all, it’s also the best way to find out the answers to any questions you have about PPI tax claims in general. Our solicitors can make sure you know exactly what you need to make a claim and get a pay-out in good time.

Why was I charged PPI tax in the first place?

You may be wondering to yourself, if I was owed a pay-out from my PPI, why was I charged anything at all? It may seem completely unfair that you were charged for a policy that you may not have even wanted in the first place! Well, that’s why it’s entirely within your own right to try and get your money.

Just to explain the basics of PPI tax claims, the pay-out you received from HMRC is actually made up of three things. These are:

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Out of all of these things, the only thing that can be taxed is the statutory interest. However, if you have not gone over your personal savings allowance then this should not have been taxed in the first place. Your pay-out should have got you back to the amount you were originally at before you paid any sort of PPI. Unfortunately, 20% may have still been taken away as PPI tax. That’s why you have every right to make a PPI tax claim to get your money back.

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How much could I get from a PPI tax pay-out?

If you are interested in PPI tax claims, you may be interested in the amount of money you could get as compensation. First thing we need to say is that every pay-out is different. For some people they could be owed £100’s, depending on the complexity of their case. That’s why we would always recommend that you speak to your lawyer so that you can estimate how much you are owed.

The amount you get for your PPI tax claims depend on the amount of tax you pay and your PSA. Take a look below to get an idea of how much you could get depending on your tax status:

  • Basic Rate Payers (20%): £1000 of savings tax free.
  • High Rate Payers (40%): £500 of savings tax free.
  • Top Rate Payers (45%): Sadly, you are not eligible for PPI tax claims.

As you can see, the amount of tax you pay does end up making a difference when it comes to your pay-out. Speak to Gowing Law today to get a more rounded estimate about how much you could get. We will make sure to do the negotiations on your behalf with HMRC. Even if you have already been rejected from HMRC, our solicitors can find out what happened and make sure that your next claim is completely validated.

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How long will it take to make a claim?

With the recent backlog of UK court cases, it’s important that you are patient with our lawyers. The pandemic has caused a lot of problems in the UK, but we will still endeavour to get your claim sorted in a reasonable manner and as quickly as we can. We estimate that it should take around 6-8 weeks after you have filled out our form and have spoken to our solicitors. Feel free to ask them any questions you may have about your claim. You may also want to also check in and create a timeline so you understand what stage your claim is at. That way you will always be informed about where we are at with your claim and how you can help us move it forward.

How can a solicitor from Gowing Law help me?

Gowing Law is ready to help you with your PPI tax claim. That’s why we want to make sure that you get all the assistant you need when filling out the tax forms. Our solicitors can do this for you and make sure that your claim is completely valid. They can avoid any simple mistakes and ensure that you get your pay-out in a timely manner. Make sure to get in contact with us before the new tax year. That way you can make sure you have tax appropriately backdated.

Our firm has also created a simple PPI tax assessment form to make things even easier for our clients!  That way when you get to Christmas time, you will have a little extra in your pocket quickly. You can spend that on your loved ones.

Gowing Law’s solicitors are extremely experienced and will be able to advise you on the best way to move forward with your claim. You can always trust our experts and they will let you know exactly where you stand and how they can help you.

Is Gowing Law doing anything else for Christmas?

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Gowing Law is determined to get our clients a pay-out from their PPI tax claims and Marriage tax claims before the end of the Christmas season. We want to make sure that you get an extra present from HMRC before the end of the Christmas period. If you want to make a claim, get in contact with us. We would be more than happy to guide you through the claims process!

Asides from that, Gowing Law is prepping for the Christmas season. We have a number of giveaways, competitions, blogs and videos planned for your enjoyment. Makes sure to keep an eye on our blog page and our socials. That way you can see what the latest information is about our Christmas plans! We will not disappoint.

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Contact Gowing Law today about PPI tax claims!

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Gowing Law’s solicitors are here to help you get the PPI Tax compensation that you deserve. Our solicitors will offer you free advice and consultations. If you are happy to work with them, they can help on a “no win-no fee basis”. That means you will always come out on top when it comes to your claim. You will never need to pay for any hidden fees and we will always be upfront about our costs.

Contact Gowing Law today by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or using our claims checker. One of our helpful staff will then be in contact. They will help you understand what you need to do next to move your claim forward. Feel free to ask them any questions you need answered!

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Gowing Law is extremely proud of the blog on our website. We always endeavour to update it with new content that will keep you amused. This includes the basics of compensation claims, Gowing Law’s seasonal events and any updates that are happening with our firm. This includes more information about PPI tax claims during the seasonal period. Make sure to always check back once a week to see what’s the latest with our blog.

In addition, you may also want to consider checking out our social media. That way you can see any additional updates about our law firm. Check it out using the Twitter and Facebook buttons below.

Good luck with your claim and Happy Christmas!

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PPI Tax Claims: Happy Holidays from Gowing Law!

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PPI Tax Claims: 2020 has been a brilliant year for our clients!

Seasons Greetings to all of Gowing Law’s clients! PPI and tax claims don’t usefully go hand-in-hand, but here we are! 2020 has been an unforgettable year. Covid-19 has made its mark upon the world and has left the UK with a serious backlog of court cases that will be hopefully sorted once the second lockdown is at its end.

Despite all the hardships that the UK has experienced this year, with Christmas approaching it’s time to consider the good things and how this pandemic has brought us all closer together despite being apart. Gowing Law has been focused on getting PPI tax claims sorted for the UK public. So far, we have actually managed to help our customers get around £10,000 in PPI tax Claims. We are ready to do the same for you.

Get an early Christmas present today from HMRC by getting in contact with Gowing Law Solicitors. Click the link below to visit our PPI tax claims page.

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What do I need to know about PPI Tax Claims?

At first, PPI tax claims may seem a little intimidating. No one likes dealing with tax. However, in this case you could be entitled to a pay-out of £100’S and not even realize it! This is where Gowing Law can step in. We can help you get to grips with the basics of PPI tax claims so you feel confident about making your own.

Years ago, if you took out a financial agreement like:

  •  A mortgage
  • A lending scheme
  • A credit card
  • A payment plan

You will find that you had to purchase a payment protection insurance (PPI) plan as a security blanket or perhaps you paid for PPI without even realizing it. Either way, the plan was mis-sold to a lot of people. In some cases, the amount people received to pay off their loans from PPI simply was not enough to cover the expenses. PPI was also sold to people who simply didn’t need it, such as those who were self-employed or were moving abroad to start a business.

So, when HMRC issued a refund, unfortunately not all of it may have been returned to the clients. Instead, it may have been taken away as PPI tax. This is where our trained solicitors can step in order to get the pay-out that you deserve.

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Why was I charged PPI tax in the first place?

Like we said before, no one really likes dealing with any type of tax. It can get tricky with the paperwork. One wrong move and you may find that your claim is invalidated. Now, when HMRC organized for people’s PPI payments to be paid out to them, the pay-out was made of three things:

  • A refund of your PPI
  • Any additional loans/interest that the banks added to your PPI in order to have it paid off.
  • A statutory interest of 8% that were added yearly to both of the previous sums.

The only thing out of those three categories that could be taxed is the statutory interest. Now, when you get your PPI claim back, it’s original purpose is to get you back to the amount you should have been at in your bank account. Therefore, if they believe that the amount you get is over your personal savings allowance (PSA) then they may deduct around 20% in tax in order to get you back to your original amount of savings.

This is why it could be time for you to make a claim in order to get your PPI tax back with the help of Gowing Law Solicitors.

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Am I eligible to make a PPI Tax Claim?

Now that you understand why you may have been charged for your PPI, you need to figure out whether or not you are eligible to make a PPI Tax Claim. Naturally, Gowing Law Solicitors are here to help you figure this out. That way you can get the PPI tax pay-out that you deserve.

There are three factors that will decide whether or not you can make a claim. Check out the infographic below to get started:

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Of course, there are some other factors that may affect your PPI tax claim. However, the majority of time if you fall into one of the categories above then you will be eligible to make a PPI tax claim. If you feel unsure about whether or not you do tick the appropriate boxes, get in contact with Gowing Law. Our solicitors would be more than happy to help you and get you started with your PPI tax claim.

How much could I get through a PPI tax claim?

When a solicitor is asked this type of question, the response tends to be similar to the quip ”how long is a piece of string?” This is because every case of financial mis-handling is different. Not only does it depend on how much tax you are paying, but it is also based on your PSA.

Whilst we can’t provide you with a detailed figure out how much you could be owed, for some people could be owed £100’s whilst others could be owed £1,000’s, here are some tax estimates:

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How long will it take to make a PPI tax claim?

With the current delays due to Covid-19 and the backlog of court cases in the UK, you may have to be patient with your solicitor when it comes to your case. After you have submitted your form, it should take around 6-8 weeks to get your pay-out. That means it will be here just in time for the Christmas season. It’s the perfect holiday gift for you and your family. Spend it on yourself or use it for your Christmas shopping. Either way, it will put on a smile on your face when you finally get your cheque from HMRC.

Christmas has come early with Gowing Law Solicitors!

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We understand that this year has not been the best for the UK and everyone else around the world. That’s why we have decided to start celebrating Christmas early and bring a little more joy to the life of our clients. The solicitors at Gowing Law always do their best to ensure that their clients get the best pay-outs for their clients. That’s why we will be running our #Betterinyourpocket campaign to make sure that we can get as many people as possible a PPI tax claim pay-out before the end of the Christmas season.

With our help, we can make sure that your PPI tax claim can run smoothly. There are so many benefits that can come with hiring a PPI tax lawyer. Instead of handling it on your own, and making mistakes that could invalidate your claim, our trained solicitors will make sure to leave no stone unturned to make sure that you get the money you deserve.

Additional benefits include your solicitors:

  • Negotiating with HMRC on your behalf
  • Filling out on tricky paperwork
  • Taking on your claim even if you have already been rejected from HMRC
  • Providing you with an easy form to fill out the basic details of your claim
  • Consistent communication to inform you about how your claim is going
  • Being honest with you and giving you information in a simple and digestible manner

Getting your PPI tax claim sorted can give you a pay-out that can be saved or used to enhance your Christmas. We all deserve a quick pick-me-up after this last year. Gowing Law Solicitors is here to make sure we put a smile back on your face.

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Is Gowing Law doing anything else for Christmas?

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We would always recommend that you keep an eye on our newsletter, blog and social media to see the latest updated about Gowing Law Solicitors. We have already started with our Christmas social media campaigns to make sure that you get the pay-out that you deserve with both PPI tax claims and Marriage Tax Claims. You should see those more often on Gowing Law’s social media. So, make sure to keep an eye on them.

Apart from that, we do have a number of giveaways, competitions, videos and fun blogs in store for you to keep you merry and bright throughout the Christmas period. That way, our solicitors can work on your claim whilst you relax and enjoy the holidays. So, when we finally arrive at 2021, you will feel like you are in a better frame of mind and are ready to have a better year than 2020.

Don’t forget about Gowing Law’s Loyalty Scheme!

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Recently, Gowing Law has implemented a loyalty scheme for our personal injury claimants. If you have already worked with our solicitors before, you could be eligible to get involved in this scheme! To get involved, all you need to do is recommend a friend or family member to work with our solicitors. If we have a successful case with them, we will reward you with £300! All you need to do is fill out a quick form on our website, letting us know your personal details and the type of claim you had. We will also need to know who was originally involved in the accident.

By getting involved in our loyalty scheme, you also have the opportunity to take part in additional competitions and giveaways that are only available for our clients. We are currently developing a Loyalty Scheme App that you can easily download on your phone. These giveaways and competitions can gift you free vouchers, gifts and hampers. These freebies will hopefully give you something to look forward to on a daily basis, as we intend to fully reward you for working with our lawyers.

Keep an eye on our website to learn more about the scheme as it develops. That way you can be the first to be involved when we finally get the scheme up and running.

Let’s share the Christmas Spirit: Get in contact with Gowing Law today!

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PPI tax claims can be complicated without the help of a solicitor to guide you through them. Gowing Law Solicitors can help you take control of your PPI tax and make sure that you can have a little extra spending money for Christmas. We can offer you free advice and consultations to get started. If you are happy to work with our solicitors, we can get your PPI tax claim started on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means there will be no hidden fees and you will always come out on top with your claim. Even if you do not win then you will find that you will not need to pay our solicitors.

To get started, feel free to fill out our form on our PPI tax page or get in contact with us. Phone us on 0800 041 8350 or email us on info@gowinglaw.co.uk. You can also use our claims checker. Once you message us, one of our specialists will get in contact in order to start you on your claim. Feel free to let them know if you have any questions you would like answered.

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Make sure to keep reading Gowing Law’s blog to keep updated about the latest blogs about UK law, the basics of claims or our seasonal updates. Our latest content is created on a weekly basis to ensure that our readers have something new to entertain themselves with. We always speak about our latest competitions and giveaways on our blog. That way you can keep in contact and find out what new things could be won by getting involved.

If you cannot find a topic that answers your questions, why not let us know? We are always willing to take your suggestions on board. Feel free to send them via our email, info@gowinglaw.co.uk. You can also get in contact to sign up to our weekly newsletter. Make sure to also keep an eye on our socials which we have linked below.

We wish you a Happy Christmas and look forward to seeing you in our next blog.

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Christmas & PPI Tax Claims: Get an extra present from HMRC this year

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PPI Tax Claims & Christmas Time: Let’s enjoy the holiday season!

PPI tax claims are the last thing you would think about at Christmas. But 2020 has been a hard year, no one can really deny that. With Covid-19 and the second lockdown. That’s why Gowing Law is ready to indulge in the Christmas spirit of giving. The best present we can get you is from HMRC in relation to your PPI tax claim. We know you deserve a pay-out from losing out on the tax for you PPI claim.

Don’t just send in a PPI tax claim on your own. Get the help of Gowing Law Solicitors to make sure that it is completely valid and can get you back £100’s as a pay-out. We are ready to spread the Christmas cheer with our legal expertise. You may not even know that you are eligible to make a claim. Well, it’s time for you to find out more about Gowing Law and PPI tax claims. Click the link below to learn more!

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How is Gowing Law going to help with my PPI tax claim this Christmas?

Gowing Law’s main aim with PPI tax claims has always been to get our claimants the pay-outs that they deserve. Already, we have already managed to get around £10,000 in rebates for our UK clients. With our team on track and ready to go, we aim to increase this number over the holiday period. We’ve always wanted to help as many people as possible with their financial mis-handling claims. That’s why we also accept claims from people who have already been turned away by HMRC. You could have been turned away for very simple reasons, including:

  • Incorrect paperwork
  • Number mistakes about your PSA
  • Incorrect facts and figures
  • Filling out the wrong forms

Overall, we know that your PPI tax is #betterinyourpocket. That’s why we are ready to help you get your money back and the justice that you deserve for being mis-sold a policy. You should get the full amount of money that is owed to you without being forced to endure the fuss of tax forms. Gowing Law is here to support you throughout your PPI tax claim journey. We will make sure that you get your money back.

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The basics of PPI tax claims: What do you need to know?

As you can see, before you make any type of PPI tax claim, there are a few things that you need to know. It’s always good to learn the basics of financial mis-handling claims. That way you can work with your solicitors feeling like you are prepared for any type of questions that may come your way.

Before you jump into your claim, let’s take a few moments to understand what PPI tax claims are all about. In the past, if you took out any type of financial agreement, you would find that your financial advisor would tell you to take out PPI as well. PPI stands for payment protection insurance. It was used as a safety blanket just in case you could not pay back your loan on a financial agreement, such as credit cards and mortgages, however in most cases it was mis-sold. Take a look at the infographic below to see how financial mis-handling occurred during the sale of PPI.

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No one likes being pressurized into buying a product, but for most cases of PPI this ended up being the case. For those who were self-employed or moving abroad, it was completely pointless. That was why HMRC allowed for any mis-sold polices to be reimbursed. However, for quite a lot of people they found that around 20% of their pay-out was taken away due to the amount being taxed. That’s why they may have found that this was unfair considering the circumstances of PPI.

Why did you end up losing PPI tax?

Naturally, a PPI tax claim is about recovering the tax you have lost. There are three categories that make up your PPI rebate as a whole. These are:

  • The amount you were given back for your PPI policy
  • Any additional loans or interest that was added by the bank onto your policy
  • The statutory interest that was added at 8% per year

Overall, the only thing that could be taxed on your PPI is the statutory interest. That’s why you may find that the assumption may be made that the refund of your money could have pushed you over your personal savings allowance (PSA). If this was not the case, then you may have found that 20% of your PPI tax was simply taken away for no reason. In other cases, it may have been taken away automatically by a bank without them actually checking your financial details.

By making a PPI tax claim you can claim back the money that was taken away from you. Gowing Law’s solicitors can help support throughout the claiming process.

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Christmas is the perfect time to make a PPI tax claim

Whether you want to get a little extra spending money for the holiday season, or perhaps you want to save some money, you have every right to make a PPI tax claim in order to get a pay-out for HMRC. As this is the season of giving, if you want to make the PPI tax claim process easier, Gowing Law will be here in order to help you understand how much you could be owed. It entirely depends on your own PSA and how much you have gone over or under. Take a look at the GIF below to get an idea of how much tax you can claim:

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Now, it is important to state that everyone’s pay-out will be completely different. This is because everyone has a different PSA and will be paying different amounts of tax. So, keep this in mind when you eventually start working with Gowing Law Solicitors. It will take around 6-8 weeks in order to process your claim and get the cheque back from HMRC. Be patient and keep in contact with your solicitor. They will always keep in contact with your to ensure that your claim is handled smoothly.

How do I know if I am eligible to make a PPI tax claim?

Now that you completely understand about the basics of PPI tax claims, and are preparing to make your own so you can get your pay-out just before Christmas, you may be wondering if you could be eligible to make a claim. We are always here to help our claimants. Even if you have already been rejected by HMRC, there may have been a simple mistake that just invalidated your claim. That’s why you may want to be more thorough this time to make sure that you definitely get the pay-out that you deserve.

To be eligible for a PPI tax claim, you may:

  • Have spent under your PSA, meaning that there was no reason for it to be taxed
  • Have made your PPI claim the last 4 years
  • The tax was automatically taken away from your PPI claim at 20%

If you fall into any of these categories then you could claim back your tax without there being any problems. We would recommend that you file your financial documents in order to prove that you are a basic/high tax rate payer and that you were mis-sold PPI when you originally took out your claim. That way, when one of our solicitors in Manchester starts to work on your case, all of the information they need will be at their fingertips. If you ever feel confused about why they are asking for certain information, feel free to let them know! They would be more than happy to help and explain the process to you.

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How can a Gowing Law Solicitor help me with PPI tax claims?

Not only can our trained solicitors help you with all of the tricky paperwork of your claim, if you are struggling to crunch together the numbers about how much you could be owed, or perhaps how much you have paid as PPI tax, Gowing Law can support you and can help you avoid making any mistakes that could invalidate your claim.

We can also let you know whether you can make a claim or not. If you have made a claim within four years then you will be eligible to make a claim. If it is any longer then there is a chance that you can no longer get the tax back. So make sure to make your claim as quickly as possible. The best bet is to do it before the new tax year.

In order to make things simple, Gowing Law has created our own PPI self-assessment form that only requires a little information to get started with your claim. That way you can let us know the basics and you can leave the tricky stuff to our tax specialists. We will make sure to do everything possible to ensure that you get the pay-out that you completely deserve.

What else is Gowing Law planning on doing for Christmas?

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Naturally, with the Christmas season approaching, Gowing Law wants to spread the joy to all of our clients. We understand that it may be a bit of a bleak time for everyone, but we are ready to do our part to ensure that our clients get the best legal help possible.

In order to keep up with our law firm, we would recommend that you read our blogs, socials and sign up to our newsletter. That way you can keep an eye on our latest Christmas blogs, our giveaways and competitions over the festive season. We will make sure to keep you entertained whilst we handle your claim. That way you just need to sit back and wait for us to send you your check. It’s just that simple!

Don’t forget about our loyalty scheme!

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Another thing that can brighten you up during the Christmas period is our loyalty scheme. If you have had a personal injury claim with Gowing Law then you could join our scheme. When you are a part of the scheme, all you need to do is recommend a friend to our firm. If we win their case then we will gift you £300.

But that’s not the only thing. Gowing Law is currently developing a loyalty scheme app that can reward our customers further with vouchers, gifts and prizes. The app will host weekly competitions and giveaways that you can get involved in. All you need to do is download it on your phone to get started.

When this app is ready, we will alert our customers to make sure that they can get involved. Don’t forget to check out our socials as well to see future announcements.

Get in contact with Gowing Law to help with your PPI Tax Claims

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Whether it’s during the Christmas season or after, Gowing Law will always be here in order to help you with your PPI Tax Claims. To get started with our experienced solicitors, all you need to do is contact us. We can offer free advice and consultations to begin with. Then if you want to work with us, we can offer you our services on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will not need to pay any hidden fees and will always come out on top with their claim.

Call us on 0800 041 8350, email info@gowinglaw.co.uk or use our claims checker. We have also created our own self-assessment submission form that can help with starting off your PPI Tax Claim. Once it is filled in, one of our specialists will be in contact to move you forward with your claim.

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Don’t forget to check back with Gowing Law’s blog to see our latest content. We update our blog every week with new topics. This includes UK legal updates, the basics of legal claims and special notices. If you cannot find a topic that interests you, make sure to write in and let us know about your suggestions. Our email is info@gowinglaw.co.uk.

Make sure to also follow our socials to see our latest giveaways and updates.

Happy Christmas!

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Did I really need to pay tax on my PPI pay-out?

A PPI pay-out is designed to make sure that you get the money back that you spent on a financial policy that was not suited to your own personal situation. That’s why it can feel frustrating when you finally get paid, only to realize that part of it has been taken away due to a tax deduction. So, the real question is, why did they take away the PPI tax in the first place? You were owed a certain amount of money, therefore you may be feeling annoyed that you did not get the full amount back. That’s why, after you have learned about the basics of PPI tax, you need to consider whether or not you are going to get it back from HMRC.

Gowing Law Solicitors can help you with your claim. We have already helped thousands of people around the UK get the money back that they deserve from a PPI tax pay-out. You could be owed hundreds of pounds. All you need to do is get in contact and we can start you on your PPI tax claim journey:

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The Basics of a PPI pay-out

Before we discuss whether or not you should get your tax returned to you, it’s important that you get a basic understanding of what PPI is in the first place. That way you can figure out whether or not you are eligible for a PPI tax return. PPI stands for “payment protection insurance”. It was used as a safety net to guard you against any financial problems if you bought some sort of lending scheme. This could include:

  • Credit Cards
  • Mortgages
  • Catalogue Payment Plan

These are only a few examples of what a PPI plan could have been attached to. Most people may have thought that PPI was compulsory or were pressurized into buying it just in case they had any future problems paying back their loans. What they did not realize was that a PPI plan was not fully catered to their own financial situation. Take a look at our example below to get an idea of how PPI could have been mis-sold:

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Being self-employed, Mark did not need to worry about whether or not he was going to be paid by a “manager” or “employer”. After all, he was already employed by himself. As the policy was a loan and was specifically designed to protect him if he did not get a wage from his employer, it it did not fit his needs. That is why it was mis-sold to him and he was owed a PPI pay-out. However, even if he got a PPI pay-out, there is still a chance he did not receive it. This is because of PPI tax.

Did you know that there is a second-wave for PPI pay-outs?

According to The Sun, a second wave for PPI pay-outs is just around the corner! This is because banks have had to refund commissions over 50%. Therefore:

“UK banks could end up forking out billions more pounds to customers affected by the PPI scandal.”

Already, UK banks have paid £38 billion to over 12 million customers. You could be one of these people who is owed a PPI refund. The ways you could be eligible include:

  • If you have been denied payments.
  • Only being given partial repayments.
  • Never having claimed for mis-sold PPI in the first place.

If you are feeling curious about the second PPI pay-out wave, make sure to talk to Gowing Law’s trained tax specialist solicitors for more details. That way we can make sure you are completely eligible before moving forward with your claim.

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Why did I not receive my full PPI pay-out?

Now, this is where we steer back to the original point of this article. You may have noticed that when you received a confirmation of your PPI refund, it did not have the full amount listed on it. Instead, you may have noticed that there was a section talking about tax that was taken away. In most cases 20% of your PPI tax may have been automatically deducted by your bank to make sure:

This tax would have been given to HMRC. In order to get it back you can send in a R40 form. However, these can be complicated and sometimes you may accidently invalidate your claim by sending in the wrong information. Having a trained tax solicitor on your side can make sure that, even if you have already been denied a claim, you can potentially still get your money back. Gowing Law Solicitors can help you by filling out the tricky forms and getting you the pay-out that you deserve.

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Should I have paid this tax in the first place?

In most cases, no, you should not have had to pay this tax. It may have been automatically deducted from your pay-out even if you were nowhere near going over your PSA. This is why you have the right to claim it back from HMRC. Now, when you get a PPI pay-out, it is usually made up of three financial elements. The elements are:

  • The monetary refund of your PPI.
  • Additional loans that may have been placed on your PPI payments by the bank to help you pay it back. These payments may have added interest.
  • A statutory interest that was increased every year at 8%. This interest should have been added to both of the previous elements.

All three of these PPI pay-out elements are made to help you return to your original financial position before you bought PPI. However, when you had the PPI pay-out, the automatic deduction may have been made on the assumption that you had already gone over the original amount that you have been estimated. This would have been seen as adding too much interest, especially if it went over your PSA. That is why it may have been automatically taxed. To find out whether or not you have been unfairly taxed, make sure to take a look at the PPI pay-out letter you received. If any tax has been taken away then it should be listed. You can then use this as evidence to try and get the money that was deducted back.

Could I get a lot of money from a PPI tax pay-out?

PPI tax is a form is financial mis-selling. Just like any other financial mis-selling case, the amount you receive will depend on the amount you put into the claim in the first place. The more you have paid in through your rates, the more likely that you could get out of a PPI tax pay-out. Take a look to see what bracket of rate payment you could fall in to:

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What sort of evidence do I need for my PPI tax pay-out?

If you think that you are eligible for a PPI tax reclaim, it’s time for you to collect your evidence in order to prove that you are owed money from your previous PPI pay-out. You deserve to get it back from HMRC! When you speak to a solicitor about a tax reclaim, make sure to bring them all financial evidence to help them estimate a pay-out. This can include the amount you paid in to your PPI scheme, your original pay-out document and whether or not you missed any potential payments. You can also bring forward any communication between you and your financial advisor/lender or your bank. You can also make them aware of your grievances by writing them a letter to tell them of your intentions. This will let them know of what you intend to do.

Can I claim PPI tax if I am self-employed?

Of course you can! If you have been mis-sold a PPI policy, and received a pay-out, you have every right to get your money back whether you are in full-time employment or run your own business, if you have had money taken away from you, you should get it back. In fact, the fact that you are self-employed, this can prove that you were mis-sold a policy in the first place. That’s why you deserve to get every penny of your money back, including any tax that was taken away!

Can I claim PPI tax if I am now living abroad?

Although you and your solicitor will have to work on a different form (aka. an R43 form), you also have the right as a UK citizen to get your money back. You may have taken out your scheme to make a business for yourself abroad. That’s why if the PPI policy was not for you, and you got your money back, you deserve to also get your tax back. Gowing Law Solicitors can help you with these types of claims.

PPI tax Claims vs PPI Plevin claims

One important thing that we do need to discuss before we help you with your PPI tax is known as a “PPI Plevin case”, also known as being “Plevined”. If you are going to make a claim, you need to now which one of these you are going to pick. You cannot claim tax if you make a PPI Plevin case. So, make sure to discuss with a solicitor the type of case you are going to claim for.

Being “Plevined” means that you fall under the Plevin rule. If more than 50% of your PPI’s cost was actually commissioned from your lender, or perhaps you did not know that you paid a high commission fee with the lending scheme, you could be owed thousands in compensation! You may not have even noticed that this type of commission was added to your bill. You simply paid it back without even realizing it!

The good news is, if you fall under the Plevin rule, you have the potential to make a lot of money through compensation. This is because most of the commission that was taken in by the banks was at least 67%. That means you could be owed this money, plus the amount of interest that was added to the total fee and your commission.

Gowing Law can help you with this type of case. You just need to decide whether you think you would be more eligible for a Plevin case or PPI tax. Remember, you cannot pick both!

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How long do I have to make a PPI tax reclaim?

If you want to make a PPI tax reclaim, you will have around 4 years from your tax year. This can also be from the time you received your PPI pay-out. Gowing Law can then contact HMRC on your behalf and fill out any tricky paperwork.

Gowing Law is ready to help you get your PPI tax back!

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If you are ready to get started on your PPI tax claim, Gowing Law’s helpful team of expert solicitors can guide you through the claims process.  Use our simple assessment form to get started. Our team of lawyers can then work with you to ensure that a successful PPI re-claim is sent to HMRC. Then you can get your money back. We can offer you free advice and consultations. If you want to work with us, we offer our services on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means you will always come out on top with any sort of claim.

Contact Gowing Law today by calling 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our direct messenger on our contact page. Our team would be more than happy to answer any additional questions you may have.

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Don’t forget to check out our other law articles! Read more about PPI tax claims and financial mis-selling from our law blog. We update our blog with new content every week to ensure that you can keep updated about UK law. If you can’t see the topic you are looking for, don’t worry! Just write in to let us know. We would be happy to make an article based on your suggestions. Email info@gowinglaw.co.uk now.

We look forward to helping you with your case soon!

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Do you know if you have lost money due to PPI tax?

PPI tax may have been automatically taken away from the amount you were entitled to in your PPI pay-out. Did you know that the amount taken away from your full sum could be up to 20%? This is because it may have been automatically deducted from the full amount of money you expected to be paid. Gowing Law is ready to help you get you your money back. We can help you claim it back from HMRC if you just fill out our handy self-assessment form. It is completely understandable if you do not know how to claim it back yourself, or perhaps have already been rejected for a claim. This is where Gowing Law Solicitors can step in to help you understand exactly what you are owed.

We are a professional legal firm that can help you get to grips with the basics of PPI tax and any additional questions you may have about PPI and PPI tax in general. Our solicitors will always be here to guide you through your claim. You shouldn’t delay in your claim. After all, you only have 4 years to claim after your tax year ends! Instead, start your PPI journey with Gowing Law Solicitors today. Click the button below to be taken to our PPI tax page:

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What do you need to know about PPI?

Before you dive into information about how you know if you are owed PPI tax, you need to understand information about PPI in general. After all, the only reason you lost money is because you bought a PPI policy in the first place. PPI stands for “payment protection insurance.” It is usually bought to accompany some sort of loan or financial policy. You may have had it included in a:

  • Credit Card Repayment Scheme
  • Financial Loan
  • Mortgage Payment Plan
  • Catalogue Payment

If you had been told that your payment plan came with a form of cover, then this was usually PPI. PPI was used to ensure that you could keep repaying the loan even if you were ill or did not have the funds to cover it. The best way to think about it is that it was a safety blanket. It would provide a small amount of money so that you could keep up with the payments. However, a lot of the time people who bought these schemes may not have even realized that they were paying for PPI. This is where it may have been mis-sold.

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What do I need to know about PPI tax?

Now, if you have written in to your PPI provider over the last 12 years, you have probably been able to claim for your PPI back. Many people believed PPI was compulsory or they were pressurised into buying this policy. That is why they were able to get their money back. However, if you fell into this situation, were you able to get your full amount back? If you were charged a higher tax rate, it is very likely that you did not receive the entirety of the pay-out that you were entitled to.

You have the right to have this tax returned to you if you meet certain requirements. This is where a Gowing Law Solicitor can help you with your claim. PPI tax can get complicated, but with the help of a legal professional, you can get a rough estimate about the amount of PPI tax you could be owed.

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Why was tax taken off my PPI?

Let’s talk about what actually makes up a successful PPI claim. If you did receive money back from HMRC, it is going to be made up of three financial elements. These are:

  • A refund of the money you put into your PPI.
  • Any additional loans your bank may have asked you to take out to help pay back your PPI. Through this, your payments may have accumulated interest.
  • Statutory interest was added every year to both sums. This should have been at 8%.

Overall, the duty of these categories was to help you get back to your original financial position before you were forced to pay for PPI. However, if you go over the original amount then this is seen as adding interest. If your interest goes over your personal savings allowance (PSA), there is a likely chance that this will be taxed. Only your statutory interest is allowed to be taxed. This is why you may find from your statement that you had 20% of your original pay-out taken away.

Now that you understand why you had this tax taken away, it is time for Gowing Law Solicitors to help you get it back from HMRC.

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How can I tell if I have lost money due to PPI tax?

Naturally, you may have a number of questions about PPI tax claims, however the biggest on your mind is about how you can find out whether or not you can claim for tax back. If you are feeling confused about whether you can receive tax back, or perhaps why you may have been initially rejected for a PPI tax claim, Gowing Law Solicitors can help you.

The first thing that we would recommend is that you take a look at your PPI return statement. This should show whether or not any tax was automatically deducted from your initial pay-out. However, if you are still feeling a little confused about whether or not you could be owed any, you should come to a trained solicitor for advice. Gowing Law’s lawyers are tax specialists and so know exactly how to help you move forward with your claim. Not only can you fill out our quick self-assessment form, you can ask our solicitors for advice on your own specific situation. They can give you useful hints, tips and help about how you can tell whether or not you could be owed any money.

Remember, even if you have already been rejected for a PPI claim, there is no harm in going to a trained solicitor for help. You may have simply made a mistake in filling out your form, or perhaps claimed for the wrong amount. A tax specialist solicitor can help you understand where you went wrong and how you can move forward with your claim.

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How much money could I claim from PPI tax?

One of the main things you need to know about any pay-out from PPI tax is that it depends entirely on your own situation. How much you paid in to PPI is how much you get out, therefore your PPI tax will depend on the amount that was taken away in the first place. Here are some examples of what you may be able to claim:

  • Basic Rate Payers: 20% means that you could earn up to £1000 of saving interest completely tax-free.
  • High Rate Payers: 40% means that you could have around £500 of savings tax-free.
  • Top Rate Payers: 45% unfortunately means you will not be eligible for a PPI tax pay-out.

This is why it is so important to speak with a solicitor before you make your tax claim. If you still have all of your previous documentation about your PPI pay-out then your lawyer can help you estimate how much money you could receive back from the tax. That way you won’t have to guess figures and feel sad when the pay-out is less than what you expected.

What is the best way of getting my tax back?

Honestly, we would have to recommend filling out our self-assessment form. You can try and claim a PPI-tax refund on your own, however this can get extremely complicated fast. Gowing Law’s self-assessment form only requires the basic information about your claim. All you need to do is fill out the form and then one of our trained tax specialist solicitors can get in contact with you about your claim. They can guide you through the process and contact HMRC on your behalf. This will simplify the process and will only take around 5-6 weeks to get your money back.

Gowing Law has already helped so many people around the country to get the money back that they deserve. We don’t mean to brag, but so far we have actually managed to get over £10,000 in rebates! To get started, all you need to do is visit our self-assessment form below:

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Have you been “Plevined”?

One thing that is important to bring up about losing money with PPI and PPI tax is the new PPI Plevin Rule. Now, if you go for this option then you will not be able to claim PPI tax back. But it should be something that you should consider if it applies to you.

If you fall under the Plevin rule, it means that more than 50% of your PPI’s overall cost was changed into commission for your lender. Should this not have been explained to you, or perhaps it was simply added to your bill and you paid without realising, you could be owed this back. Most of the commission taken by banks was actually paid at 67%. So, you could be owed this money back, plus any interest that was added to your total fees.

Think carefully about the type of PPI case you want to pursue. If you believe that you could get rewarded your money back from a PPI Plevin case then discuss this with your lawyer. They can help you move forward with your case and avoid any future pitfalls

Should I wait to make a PPI tax claim?

Most certainly not! No matter if you have a work accident case or some form of financial mis-selling, the longer you wait, the less likely that you will have the right evidence or amount of time needed to make the claim. For PPI tax claims, you have only around 4 years from when you received your PPI pay-out. In order to re-claim your tax you need to contact HMRC within this time period. Gowing Law Solicitors can do this on your behalf and get your money to you as quickly as possible.

Gowing Law is here to support you with your PPI tax claim

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Here at Gowing Law, we are ready to make the PPI tax claims process simple for you. That way you can get your money back as quickly as possible. Take a look at our PPI tax rebate page now and fill out our self-assessment form. It should only take you a few minutes to get down your information so that one of our tax specialists can help you! We can offer help and advice completely free of charge. If you do decide to work with us, we work remotely to ensure that there is no threat of Covid-19. We can also offer our services on a “no win-no fee basis”. That means if we do not win your case for you, you will not need to pay any fees. So, what’s stopping you from making a PPI tax claim today? Nothing!

If you want to speak to someone directly about your claim, you can also get in contact with us by phoning 08000418350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by using our contact form. We can also answer any questions you may have about your PPI tax reclaims. Feel free to get in contact at any time.

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We update our law blog every week with new legal articles that can help you understand your rights when it comes to certain claims. We have a number of articles on PPI taxes, so why not check them out below:

Our blog also covers additional legal topics about financial mis-selling, cosmetic negligence claims, work accident and public injury compensation, RTA claims and criminal activity claims. Feel free to scroll through our blog until you find something you like. We are confident that you will like what you read. If you don’t see what you are looking for, why not write in to ask us to write about a certain topic? We would be happy to write an article about your questions. Feel free to send in your suggestions to info@gowinglaw.co.uk.

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The Top 5 Common Questions about PPI tax claims

PPI tax claims are essentially for people who have not received the full amount of their entitled PPI pay-out. You may have claimed for your PPI but will have received a smaller sum of money than you originally expected. This is because 20% of your pay-out may have been automatically deducted due to tax! In certain circumstances you can claim this back from HMRC. We are currently claiming back tax for clients who have already tried to claim it back themselves or for people who don’t know they can claim. That’s why it’s a great advantage to have the help of a professional tax claim lawyer.

Gowing Law is here to help you with your claim and to answer any additional questions you may have about PPI tax in general. We understand that PPI tax claims can get complicated, therefore it is useful having an expert to talk about the top 5 common questions you may have about PPI tax reclaims. You can also visit our PPI tax page to begin your journey with our lawyers:

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The Basics of PPI

Before we jump in to all of the common queries you may have about PPI tax claims, it’s important that you understand a little bit about PPI in general. After all, if you understand the basics, it will make it much easier to understand why PPI tax was charged in the first place.

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PPI was usually sold alongside:

  • Credit Card Schemes
  • Loans
  • Mortgages

It was used to make sure that if you got sick or injured, you still had emergency funds available to help you pay back what you owed. However, the PPI that was sold may not have actually been helpful to the person who bought it.

Therefore, if someone was:

  • Self-employed;
  • Pressurised into buying PPI;
  • Living abroad;
  • Or buying PPI believing it was compulsory

In the last 12 years, they could have claimed for compensation for these financial losses. If they wrote in to their PPI provider, they could have received a pay-out. However, the majority of people did not get the full amount they were owed due to higher tax rates being charged. This is where your PPI tax claim comes in to play.

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What is PPI tax?

If you did make a successful PPI compensation claim, you most likely received a pay- out. So, you may have expected a certain amount in return. Now, a PPI pay-out is made up of three main elements. These elements are designed to get you back to your original financial position if you had not paid for PPI in the first place. They are:

  • A refund of the PPI you initially paid in.
  • Additional loans added to your PPI payment by banks to help pay it off. This should have added interest to your initial payments.
  • Statutory interest that was added to both sums that were added yearly. This should be at 8%.

Out of these three categories, only statutory interest can actually be taxed. All of these categories are intended to get you back to your original financial position. However, if you go over your original amount, it can be seen as adding interest. Take a look at the statement you received when you were sent your PPI pay out. If it has had the tax taken away from it then this should be noted in the statement.

You may have automatically had 20% of this tax deducted from you original pay-out. But don’t worry, Gowing Law Solicitors is here to help you understand exactly what you could claim back from HMRC.

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The 5 most common questions asked about PPI tax compensation claims

As we said before, PPI tax compensation claims can be very complicated. This means that when you come to our solicitors for help, we can get you back an amount of tax that was over paid. Take a look below to see if your question has been answered. If it hasn’t then please feel free to let us know by emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk. We would be more than happy to help you.

1. How long will it take to make a PPI tax claim?

Normally, you will have four years to make a PPI tax claim. This will start from the end of your regular tax year. Gowing Law Solicitors has managed to help people all over the UK with PPI tax refunds, even if they have already been rejected by HMRC for a pay-out. After you have submitted your details to us, it usually takes around 6-8 weeks to receive your tax refund. Your solicitor will keep in contact with you about your compensation and will let you know if there have been any delays or complications. That way you know precisely what you need to do next.

2. How much money could I receive?

When we estimate how much you could be owed, it is based on your own personal circumstances and how much money was over paid. Most of the time the deduction will be around 20% and will depend on your own personal savings allowance (PSA). If you did not go over your PSA then you are definitely owed tax back. To put it simply, your rates may change the amount you are owed:

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3. How long can I take to make my claim?

As you do have a time limit on your PPI tax reclaim, of around 4 years, we would recommend that you come to Gowing Law as soon as possible. Unfortunately, you can no longer claim for 2015/2016 as the deadline did pass for the tax year in April. It only takes a few minutes to fill out our self-assessment form, so what’s stopping you?

4. Can I claim if I am living abroad?

Of course you can! If you were mis-sold PPI tax whilst living in the UK, and then went abroad to work as self-employed or perhaps to open a new business, you can still claim this PPI tax back. This is because you were still a UK resident when you originally took the PPI out. Therefore, you are legally entitled to the money that is owed to you. All you have to do is get in touch with a trained solicitor to help you fill out the paperwork.

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5. How will Gowing Law Solicitors help with my claim?

Gowing Law Solicitors is one of the top PPI tax compensation lawyers in Manchester. We help people all over the UK to get the pay-out that they deserve. Did you know that we have already won over £10,000 of rebates for our clients? In this difficult time, it is good to be able to get this pay-out so it can be saved for an emergency or a rainy day. Our clients have been extremely happy with our services. We get their compensation to them in a timely manner and use our expertise to help them with their claims. We can do the same for you!

Our lawyers are extremely experienced and would be happy to share their knowledge with you. We have even simplified the process by creating our own self-assessment form. That way you can get all of the key information of your PPI tax reclaim sent to us before you even get in touch with one of our solicitors. But don’t worry, our trained lawyers will guide you through the PPI tax pay-out process. That way you will never be left in the dark about where you stand with our law firm.

Gowing Law is ready to get your PPI tax compensation!

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All of our solicitors are available to work with you on your PPI tax reclaim. All you need to do is get in contact with us. We can work with you remotely to ensure that you are kept safe from Covid-19. So, feel free to come to us for advice and even a helpful consultation. If you do decide to work with us, we can offer you our services on a “no win-no fee” basis. That means there is no risk you would lose money or pay any hidden fees. We will always be upfront about all of our costs.

Get in touch now by calling Gowing Law Solicitors on 0800 041 8350. You can also email us at info@gowinglaw.co.uk or use our direct messenger on our contact page. A member of our team will be in contact as quickly as they can to answer any additional questions you may have about PPI tax compensation claims

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If you received a PPI payout, you could be owed PPI tax from HMRC!

PPI tax is automatically taken away at 20% from your PPI payout. This means there is a high chance that you have not been awarded the full amount of what you have been owed when you made your compensation claim. You may be feeling a little cross that you were even charged tax in the first place on your refund. That is completely understandable. No one likes thinking that they are entitled to a large compensation fee, only to find that it has been taxed. This is why Gowing Law Solicitors are here to help you get your money back. PPI tax claims can be extremely complicated. That is why we have created a helpful self-assessment form to get you the support that you need. Start your PPI tax journey now with Gowing Law Solicitors and claim your PPI payout:

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The basics of PPI

To understand the basics of PPI tax, you need to understand Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) itself. PPI was sold alongside financial lending schemes in order to protect people if they could not pay back the money due to emergencies, such as death, illness and unemployment. This was included in:

  • Credit card schemes
  • Mortgage schemes
  • Lending plans
  • Catalogue payments

However, a lot of PPI schemes sold were not actually suitable for the people who purchased them. For instance, if someone was self-employed, why would they need PPI to protect them since they were paying their own wages? Or, what if they were planning on moving abroad to start a business in a different country? These schemes were not personalized to suit the owner. Therefore, most people wasted money purchasing these protection schemes. This is why so many people claimed compensation for these losses until the deadline in 2016.

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Why did HMRC take tax away from my PPI payout?

Your PPI pay-out/compensation is made up of three elements:

  • A refund of the amount of PPI you paid in.
  • Whether the bank added an extra loan to your pay-off of your PPI. This would have charged you interest.
  • You received statutory interest (8%) on both of the previous sums for each year you got PPI.

Only your statutory interest can be taxed. If it is taxed then this will be displayed on your PPI pay out statement. This tax was taken off your PPI pay-out because the statutory interest was intended to get you back to your original financial position if you had not been mis-sold PPI. Therefore, it would count as saving’s interest, aka. Interest that has been created from your saved money.

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How much time could it take to make a PPI tax claim?

This depends entirely on how complicated your PPI tax claim is. For those who work with Gowing Law, it can take around 5-6 weeks after you have submitted your details. Whether you have been rejected by HMRC before, or perhaps have never made a claim before, Gowing Law’s expert solicitors will get your money returned to you as quickly as possible. That way you can save your funds for a rainy day or you can use it to enjoy the summer. The more information you provide about your PPI tax and previous pay-out, the more likely that you will have a successful return.

Gowing Law Solicitors can help you with your PPI payout!

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So far, Gowing Law Solicitors has been able to reclaim over £10,000 in rebates for our customers all over the UK. So far, all of our customers have been extremely happy with our services. Many of these clients did not even know that they were due back £100’s. All you need to do is use our online submissions form to get started. Fill in your personal details, claim details and then submit the form. Our friendly team will then get in contact with you as quickly as possible to discuss your claim and to get started.

You can also contact us by phoning 0800 041 8350, emailing info@gowinglaw.co.uk or by visiting our contact page to use our direct messaging feature.

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As you can see from our blog, we update it with articles every week about different UK laws and legal topics. If you want to see more information about PPI tax, please see our previous blogs below:

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