Inheriting a house? What happens next (including tax)
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Inheriting a house? What happens next (including tax)
Posted by Ian Henman on March 26, 2026

Inheriting a house can be a blessing – but it’s important you understand what you need to do, and what the tax implications are.

ATED return (Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings) – don’t forget!
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ATED return (Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings) – don’t forget!
Posted by Karen Jones on February 9, 2026

Do you have a company which owns residential properties valued at over £500k? If you do, then you may have to file ATED returns (Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings) and pay additional taxes on them.

New landlord? Make sure your mortgage doesn’t land you in trouble
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New landlord? Make sure your mortgage doesn’t land you in trouble
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on December 12, 2025

If you’re a new landlord, you need to make sure you have the right mortgage – or you could face penalties or have to pay back the whole loan.

Private Residence Relief for CGT – how does it work?
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Private Residence Relief for CGT – how does it work?
Posted by Karen Jones on October 8, 2025

If you sell your main home, Private Residence Relief (PRR) means you normally don’t pay Capital Gains Tax. But there are exceptions!

Buy-to-let allowable expenses – what can you claim?
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Buy-to-let allowable expenses – what can you claim?
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on August 11, 2025

Buy-to-let allowable expenses – all landlords offset tax with expenses that have been spent on the property but do you know what’s claimable?

Joint tenants or tenants in common – letting a jointly owned property
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Joint tenants or tenants in common – letting a jointly owned property
Posted by Ian Henman on July 18, 2025

Joint tenants or tenants in common – letting a jointly owned property – we look at the differences and advantages of each for BTLs.

The Residence Nil Rate Band – What Does It Mean For You?
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The Residence Nil Rate Band – What Does It Mean For You?
Posted by Karen Jones on June 30, 2025

Learn about how the residential nil-rate band (RNRB) and how it applies to inheritance tax (IHT).

Lodgers and tax – should I let out part of my home?
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Lodgers and tax – should I let out part of my home?
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on May 5, 2025

Lodgers and tax – looking to rent our part of your home? Here are some frequently asked questions from potential landlords.

Love, marriage and SDLT on additional properties
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Love, marriage and SDLT on additional properties
Posted by Ian Henman on December 25, 2024

The 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…

Unclaimed legacies – could you be owed a windfall?
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Unclaimed legacies – could you be owed a windfall?
Posted by Ian Henman on November 12, 2024

Unclaimed legacies – could you be due a windfall? We examine the process that comes into play when beneficiaries cannot be traced.

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