£120,000 Is The Worst Salary In The Uk!

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Unlock the real story behind the viral claim: “Is £120,000 the worst salary in the UK?” In this video, I break down why so many experts and viral TikToks say high earners are hit hardest by the UK tax system in 2025. Discover how the 60% tax trap works, why you lose your personal allowance and childcare benefits after £100k, and how frozen tax thresholds are pulling more ordinary professionals into higher tax brackets than ever before. See real take-home pay examples and learn why some entrepreneurs and creators are leaving the UK for lower-tax countries. Plus, get expert tips on how to beat the tax traps with smart pension planning and salary sacrifice. If you want to understand UK salaries, tax bands, and the real impact of earning over £100k, this is a must-watch. Hit like, subscribe, and join the debate in the comments—should we penalize ambition, or reward it? Watch now to find out! #uksalary #personalfinance #financialfreedom Investing App I Use: ➡️ Trading 212: https://www.trading212.com/join/DEAN Get FREE fractional shares worth up to £100 or use PROMO CODE “DEAN”. Terms apply. Sponsored Link. If you do not get your free share after depositing £1. Use promo code: DEAN, you will find it in the section with the three lines in the bottom right corner of the app. Chapters: 0:00 TikTok experts: £120K is the worst salary in the UK 1:16 Why £120k is the "worst" salary 2:26 The 60% tax trap 3:20 Who's impacted 3:57 The childcare cliff 4:37 The entrepreneurs dilemma 5:20 Why high earners are leaving the UK 6:23 Breaking down the numbers £30k vs. £70k vs. £125k salaries 9:29 Is the system fair? 10:02 Smart strategies to beat the 60% tax Disclaimers & Disclosures: This content is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. Dean Edward does not offer investment, financial, or tax advice. The information presented in this video is general in nature and does not take into account the investment objectives, risk tolerance, or financial circumstances of any specific individual. It may not be suitable for all viewers or investors. When investing, your capital is at risk & you may get back less than invested. Past performance doesn’t guarantee future results. This video is not intended to express political opinions or show preference toward any political party. While Dean Edward strives to ensure the accuracy of the information shared, no guarantees are made regarding its completeness or correctness.