Something to declare? HMRC’s let property tax amnesty is still open
Posted by Karen Jones on April 2, 2025Are you a landlord? If your tax affairs aren’t in order, then there’s still time to take advantage of HMRC’s Let Property Campaign. We explain how.
Landlord insurance – don’t fall into the average clause trap!
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on March 7, 2025Many landlords are unwittingly becoming underinsured – don’t let the average clause of your landlord insurance leave you out of pocket!
Report CGT on UK property – using paper forms
Posted by Karen Jones on January 31, 2025If you need to report CGT on UK property, you may need to use a paper form in some circumstances. We explain when the use of the paper form is appropriate.
Rent in advance now limited to a month
Posted by Ben Locker on January 16, 2025Under the Renters Rights Act landlords can now ask for no more than one month’s rent in advance – but will there be unintended consequences?
Land registry property alert service – safeguard your properties against fraud
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on January 10, 2025Land Registry Property Alert Service – we explain what this service is and how it works to safeguard your valuable properties from fraudsters
Changes for landlords in 2026
Posted by Ben Locker on January 7, 20252027 sees a lot of significant changes for landlords. We look at some of the most significant changes and how they will affect you.
Love, marriage and SDLT on additional properties
Posted by Ian Henman on December 25, 2024The chancellor introduced an extra charge to stamp duty land tax for additional properties a few years ago, here’s how you may be able to avoid it…
Limited company: Paying yourself a salary
Posted by Mark Ingle on November 28, 2024Structuring your business as a limited company can often be a good choice for the self-employed. But, when you as the business owner can set your own salary, how much should it be?
Buy to let hotspots – where are the best places to invest?
Posted by Ben Locker on November 13, 2024This online buy to let tool allows investors to look at the average property price, rent, and yield for any given postcode area.
Nightmare tenants – advice for landlords
Posted by Ben Locker on October 30, 2024As more people struggle to pay the rent, more landlords find themselves with nightmare tenants. So, what can you do to protect yourself?
