In-depth stories that look at the nuts and bolts of the financial side of this industry.
- Written by: Sarah Coles
In 2022/2023, some 369,000 taxpayers paid £14.4 billion in CGT and since then, the annual tax-free capital gains tax allowance has shrunk from £12,300 to £3,000. ...
- Written by: Martin Sims
Our new Labour government has brought with it concerns about potential tougher capital gains tax rules. ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
It's more critical than ever for landlords to be strategic, as the choice between short-term and long-term rentals can be a key factor in optimising yields. ...
- Written by: Marc von Grundherr
he latest research from lettings and estate agent Benham and Reeves has revealed Britain’s top second homes markets. ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
The move from the Bank of England to cut base rate for the first time in four years, from 5.25% to 5%, has brought some optimism to the housing market. ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
Kreston Reeves accountancy firm has this guidance for landlords letting furnished holiday accommodation. ...
- Written by: Sarah Coles
The average house for a first-time buyer costs £241,502, meaning that the average renter bought one with a 10% deposit and a 4.5% repayment mortgage, their monthly payments would be £1,208. ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
HM Revenue & Customs has contacted Landlord Today to share this guidance on self-assessment tax filing. ...
- Written by: Sarah Coles
There's speculation that Chancellor Rachel Reeves will use changes to Capital Gains Tax to help fill the hole in the public finances she's identified as being created by the last government – possibly by equalising the rates of income tax and ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
Renting out your driveway can seem like a hassle-free way to earn extra income. With the rise of platforms dedicated to parking space rentals, it’s easier than ever to list your driveway and start earning. However, this seemingly simple side ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
As July heats up, so does the pressure for many to meet critical financial deadlines. ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
As a homeowner in the UK, navigating the complex landscape of taxes and regulations enforced by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) can be daunting. Beyond the basics of property tax and mortgage interest relief, there are numerous nuances that, if ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
This has been prepared by HMRC for landlords who are also pensioners ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
Many buy to let landlords have made financial changes during the cost of living crisis to mitigate the rising costs of operating private rental units, including renegotiating mortgage finance, increasing rent or selling property. ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
Brand new data from online mortgage broker Mojo Mortgages has revealed significant differences in the types of properties the average UK house price can purchase across the country's major cities, providing valuable insights for property investors. ...
- Written by: Sarah Thompson
If you’re moving home and have either plenty of equity or savings you can use for a deposit, plus a decent income, it can be straightforward to finance your next purchase via a traditional mortgage. ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
Tenant referencing provider Canopy has released data from a rental affordability index, which claims most tenants are at the very limit of what experts believe is ‘affordable’. ...
- Written by: Landlord Today Team
The UK government's long awaited Spring Budget announced some key changes for the property market in an effort to stimulate activity across the UK. ...
- Written by: Sarah Coles
It’s all change at the start of the new tax year, and with so many tweaks to so many rules, it’s easy to lose track of whether you’re set for a happy new tax year – or a somewhat glum ...
- Written by: Nadeem Raziq
The tax reliefs enjoyed by landlords running Furnished Holiday Lets (FHL) were cut by the Chancellor this month. Some say the market will collapse. I don’t agree, but I do think landlords need to adapt short and long-term tax plans ...
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