Community infrastructure levy
The Sunday Times’ property supplement has recently highlighted cases of homeowners who have extended their properties and been caught out […]
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Tax relief for costs of updating a property prior to letting
When a landlord buys a new property to let out, they may need to undertake some work prior to the
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Can you claim tax relief for costs incurred while the buy-to-let is on the market?
In light of the erosion of landlords’ rights in the Renters’ Rights Bill, together with a raft of adverse tax
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Securing tax relief for the costs of evicting tenants
Having tenants who refuse to leave despite being given a valid Section 21 or Section 8 notice is a nightmare
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SDLT on dilapidated properties
The rate of SDLT payable on the purchase of a property depends on whether it is a residential property or
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Tax treatment of rental deposits
When renting out a property it is usual to take a deposit from the tenant to cover the cost of
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Major repairs to a let property – What is deductible?
The nature of buildings is such that it may be necessary to undertake significant repairs, such as the replacement of
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Passing on the farmhouse – Implications of the changes to APR and BPR
Currently, there is no limit on the amount of qualifying agricultural and business property that can benefit from the 100%
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Tax implications of letting a room in your home
As the cost of living rises, you may consider letting a room in your home to bring in some much-needed
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Using former FHL losses
From 6 April 2025, furnished holiday lets are treated in the same way as other lets for tax purposes. Landlords
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