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Tax credits

  • 27-06-2016 09:36PM
    #1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 33


    Hi guys, just looking for advice on tax credits. I'm getting married next year abroad. But will be legally married before we leave over here first in s registry office.

    Was thinking the other day, why not get married asap for tax reasons. I earn 63k and my missus works part time earning 16k - both gross. We have two baba's.

    Hope that's enough info. What I would like to know is, how much would it be worth to us if I claim her tax credits. Not great with this stuff so any help welcome.

    Thanks a mill.


Comments

  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,301 ✭✭✭✭gerrybbadd


    You'll get an increase in your Standard Rate Band of 9000, meaning you can earn this amount extra at 20% rather than the top rate of 40%.

    You can potentially also take on her Personal Tax Credit of 1650, meaning you pay that amount less in tax per year.

    However, she may need most of that credit herself to remain tax free.

    When you're married and both working, there are no credits for kids unfortunately.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 26,706 ✭✭✭✭Mrs OBumble


    Yes, it's worth it.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 33 wilson palacios


    Thanks a mill guys.


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