Trust and editorial policy

How we source information

Family Money Helper is designed to make UK family money planning easier to understand. The site uses official sources where possible, shows the assumptions behind estimates and keeps important limits visible.

Current tax year
2026/27
Last reviewed
May 2026

Where figures come from

Calculators and guides use GOV.UK pages and published UK scheme information where possible. Examples include Statutory Maternity Pay, Child Benefit and funded childcare guidance.

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How often pages are reviewed

Pages are reviewed when GOV.UK rates change, when scheme rules change, or before a new tax year starts. Review dates are shown on key guides and calculators so visitors can see when figures were last checked.

What the calculators can do

The calculators are designed for planning estimates. They can help you compare broad scenarios, understand likely pressure points and decide what to check next.

What they cannot do

Family Money Helper provides planning estimates and general information only. It is not financial, tax, benefits, legal, employment or payroll advice. Always check your own employer policy, payslips, childcare provider quotes, GOV.UK guidance and qualified advisers where needed.