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Tax-Free Income

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Summary

  • Use this for non-taxable state benefits (PIP, Universal Credit, Attendance Allowance, Carer's Allowance).
  • Excluded from income tax entirely.
  • Still counts as spendable cash toward your spending need.

When to use Tax-Free Income

For income that isn't subject to income tax — most commonly non-taxable state benefits such as PIP, Universal Credit, Attendance Allowance, or Carer's Allowance. Enter the annual amount you receive; it's excluded from income tax entirely, but still counts as spendable cash toward your spending need, unlike every other income type on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of income belong here?
Non-taxable state benefits such as PIP, Universal Credit, Attendance Allowance, or Carer's Allowance.
Does this income still count toward my spending need?
Yes — it's excluded from income tax entirely, but still counts as spendable cash toward your spending need, unlike every other income type.

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