What is Section 24?

What is Section 24?

What is section 24 Section 24 of the Finance Act 2015 might mean that over half of UK landlords will fall into a higher rate of tax. Although their income might not have increased, some might end up renting at a loss. Landlords interest relief system is changing. ...
HMO licensing legislation

HMO licensing legislation

Hmo licensing legislation An HMO, or “house of multiple occupation” is a property rented out by at least 3 people who are not from 1 ‘household’ (eg a family) but share facilities like the bathroom and kitchen. It’s sometimes called a ‘house share’. HMOs...
Capital gains tax on investment properties

Capital gains tax on investment properties

Capital gains tax on investments The rules on capital gains tax on your home can be quite complicated. Essentially, if you’re selling your main home that you live in you are very unlikely to need to pay capital gains tax at all, because of a tax relief called private...
Why does a landlord need a property inventory?

Why does a landlord need a property inventory?

A property inventory ensures the landlord doesn’t have to pay for the damages or loss made to their property during their tenants’ residency. Floors can be scuffed, carpets stained and furniture may be missing. Actually, a number of unexpected...