Although you can't escape tax, you can make it easier to deal with. Whether you want to work out the taxes on your own business, make tax-efficient investments or simply understand where your money's going, this plain-English guide has it all. Get to grips with the UK tax system and discover how to make potentially significant savings on your tax bill.

• Tax facts – get the low-down on tax essentials

• Tax through your ages – find out how to make the most tax-savvy decisions at every stage of your life

• Pensions and benefits – understand the ins and outs of taxes paid on pensions and state benefits

• Working for someone else – keep an eye on your pay packet and make the most of incentive schemes

• Working for yourself – learn how to manage your company's taxes, whether you're just starting out or are a veteran business-owner

Open the book and find:

• Advice on complying with self-assessment regulations

• Techniques for calculating how much income tax you owe

• Updates on the most tax-friendly investments for you and your children

• How to manage property tax, whether you're buying, selling or renting

• Ways to reduce inheritance tax

• The best way to pay VAT on your own business

• The tax benefits of becoming a limited company

• Day-to-day tax-saving techniques

"Tax 2010/2011 For Dummies is expertly written in plain, everyday language that makes a complicated subject easy to understand. It's simple to follow, and full of invaluable tax tips and reminders. Highly recommended for someone looking for a straightforward introduction to the world of tax."
—Mark McLaughlin, CTA (Fellow) ATT TEP, Chartered Tax Consultant, Author and Editor

Learn to:

• Understand your tax status and fulfil your legal obligations

• Calculate your business taxes

• Fill out a self-assessment form

• Make tax-efficient investments