Upcoming Tax changes: What to do before April 2026
As the end of the tax year approaches, it presents an ideal opportunity to review both your personal and business financial arrangements. Taking the time now to examine how your finances are structured can help ensure that you are making the most of available tax allowances and reliefs, and that your family’s financial future is well protected.
Major updates are landing. With dividend tax rises (from 6 April 2026), tougher relief on business exits, and the first phase of Making Tax Digital for Income Tax.
The next eight weeks are a smart window to:
- Review dividend plans and extraction strategy
- Check BADR eligibility/timing on any planned disposals
- Get your MTD software/processes ready
This planning guide highlights matters relating to companies and business owners as well as including key points for families, couples and individuals.
For further details and additional announcements from the Budget, please visit our in-depth PDF:












