CGT on rental property fuelling a record tax take?
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on August 1, 2024The government is taking more in CGT than ever before. Is CGT on rental property fuelling this record tax take as landlords sell up?
Landlords: smoke and carbon monoxide alarm regulations
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on July 30, 2024We look at what the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations mean for landlords
Renters’ Rights Bill – what it means for landlords
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on July 22, 2024In the 2024 King’s speech, the government announced it would introduce a new Renters’ Rights Bill. We look at the proposals in detail.
The Rent a Room Scheme – a brief guide
Posted by Karen Jones on April 12, 2024Did you know that, if you rent furnished accommodation in your main home, you could earn £7,500 tax free under the Rent a Room scheme?
Landlords: how to avoid a Rent Repayment Order
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on April 5, 2024In some circumstances, tenants can claim a Rent Repayment Order of up to a year’s rent. We explain how this works – and how to avoid it.
Capital Gains Tax on Buy to Let – thousands face tax penalties
Posted by Kirsty Demeza on March 22, 2024If you don’t know about the recent rule change regarding Capital Gains Tax on Buy to Let properties, you could face hefty penalties from HMRC.
Should I increase rent on my buy-to-let properties?
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on February 26, 2024If you are a landlord, you may be wondering: “Should I increase rent on my buy-to-let properties?” We look at the advantages and pitfalls.
How many new rental properties will the UK need annually?
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on January 17, 2024The UK many need 230,000 new rental properties each year – yet landlords are selling up. Is it worth expanding your portfolio to meet demand?
Growth in late rent payments and landlord limited companies
Posted by Ben Locker on January 15, 2024Increasing numbers of landlords are experiencing late rent payments – while many others are moving their portfolios to limited companies.
Domestic Items Relief and Landlords
Posted by Karen Jones on November 29, 2023Understanding when domestic items relief can be claimed is important as it determines whether a cost is tax-deductible or not.
