Five things to bear in mind every April 6

Here are few things you should consider at the start of every new tax year:

1

Increase your pension contributions, even if it is by a small amount. Indexing your contributions annually makes a significant difference in time. 2

Save into an ISA to cover medium-term goals. 3

Review your income and assess if you can claim the Marriage Allowance. 4

If your earnings are nearing £50,000, making pension or charity contributions could help your child benefit claim.

5

Go online – or complete a BR19 form – to obtain a state pension forecast.