Second home: Can I avoid paying CGT?
Posted by Karen Jones on April 7, 2025If you have a second home, can you avoid paying CGT when you sell? The answer to this one is, no. But with expert help, you may be able to lower your final CGT bill.
EPC grants for landlords
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on April 3, 2025The government has an EPC grants scheme for landlords and homeowners. We look at who’s eligible and how they can claim.
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?
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.
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?
Landlord limited company registrations soar
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on October 24, 20242024 has seen an upsurge in landlord limited company registrations. However, setting up limited companies won’t benefit all landlords.
CGT exemption reduction: should landlords sell up now?
Posted by Karen Jones on October 24, 2024CGT changes announced back in 2022 mean the tax-exempt Capital Gains Tax allowance is now shrinking. So should you sell up?
HMRC letters for landlords not declaring income
Posted by Jon Pryse-Jones on October 20, 2024HMRC often sends letters to landlords asking them to declare rental income and pay tax. We look at how HMRC learns about landlords’ financial affairs.
