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<\/p>\nMARTIN Lewis has revealed a check that could see Brits receive a \u00a33,200 council tax rebate – here's how to claim.<\/p>\n
The Money Saving Expert warned those living in England and Scotland they could be entitled to \u00a31,000s in tax refunds.<\/p>\n
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Council tax bands range from A to H and are based on the value of your property in 1991.<\/p>\n
Band A homes are those which are sold for less than \u00a340,000 in 1991, while those in H sold for more than \u00a3320,000.<\/p>\n
But, Martin Lewis urged homeowners to re-value their properties as Brits discover they are paying more than they should.<\/p>\n
In one case, a family were awarded an eye-watering \u00a33,200 after challenging their band. <\/p>\n
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Helen explained she had originally been rejected, after questioning why her council tax was so steep. <\/p>\n
"Then I discovered that the much larger house next door was in the sameband," she wrote to MSE. <\/p>\n
"Eventually they agreed to reassess. We're now \u00a33,177 better off – hurrah."<\/p>\n
The pleased homeowner urged people "don't accept the first rejection".<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n The first step in reclaiming council tax is finding out whether you're eligible.<\/p>\n New Government statistics revealed 28 per cent of people who tried to get a\u00a0reduction to their band\u00a0between 2022 to 2023 were successful.<\/p>\n Martin Lewis suggested several ways you can discover if you're in the wrong category. <\/p>\n An easy way is to ask a neighbour what band their property falls into, but if this isn't possible don't worry. <\/p>\n You can find the information online, on Gov.uk if you live in England, or the Scottish Assessors' Association if you reside in Scotland.<\/p>\n If you uncover many of your neighbours or residents in the area are in a lower band, you could have a claim. <\/p>\n But – before raising the issue to the council it is important to complete a Valuation Check.<\/p>\n If you discover other houses on your street are in a less-expensive tax bracket, it doesn't mean yours will be lowered. <\/p>\n In one case, a resident contacted their council and they raised the value of every other house instead. <\/p>\n To prevent the same happening to you, make sure to value your house first. <\/p>\n This can be done on free house price websites such as Zoopla and Rightmove. <\/p>\n Or, locate the last sale of the property, or those similar to your neighbours and check both date and price.<\/p>\n With these figures, homeowners can compare it to what the value was in 1991 – when tax bands were created. <\/p>\n A manual checker can also be used, the Nationwide House Price Calculator. <\/p>\n If you are sure you have completed the Valuation Check, and believe the property sits in the wrong band, you can challenge it. <\/p>\n In England, this is done by contacting the Valuation Office Agency and explaining your case.<\/p>\n More information is available on the Gov.uk website.<\/p>\n Alternatively, if you're living in Scotland, go to the Scottish Assessors' Association. <\/p>\n Enter your postcode in the Council Tax Bands section on the homepage. <\/p>\n There is an option to "Make a proposal" which allows you to appeal your band.<\/p>\n Homeowners have three months to appeal the decision if their challenge is rejected.<\/p>\n But, if it is accepted, residents should get a backdated rebate from when they moved in. <\/p>\n This comes as Martin Lewis also revealed a saving account with an "eye-watering" interest rate and urged households to take action.<\/p>\n Plus the Money Saving Expert shared a warning to driversto make an important move now – or pay more.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, adult earners discovered how to receive a pay rise worth \u00a3100,000s thanks to the MSE.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/newspress-collage-24098994-1695420487599.jpg\")
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<\/picture>CASH IN <\/span><\/p>\nExact date you need to claim for \u00a3599 cost of living payment or miss out on cash<\/h3>\n
CHECK IF YOU'RE ELIGIBLE<\/h2>\n
VALUATION CHECK<\/h2>\n
CHALLENGE YOUR COUNCIL TAX BAND<\/h2>\n
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