HMRC Targets Tax Evasion in Airbnb and Short-Term Rentals

Nikka Sulton 

HM Revenue and Customs has launched almost 2,000 investigations into landlords letting properties through Airbnb and other short let platforms. According to The Daily Telegraph, which submitted a

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Landlords Exiting: Generation Rent’s Nonchalant Response

Nikka Sulton 

Generation Rent activists have recently voiced a surprising perspective on landlords selling their rental properties and exiting the private rental sector. Previously, the group had staunchly maintained that

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Has Labour Unveiled Rent Control Plans by Mistake?

Nikka Sulton 

Just days after suggesting rent controls were off the table, it now appears Labour may be reconsidering their stance. Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves mentioned on BBC local radio

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Council Tax Funds Redirected for Landlord Oversight

Nikka Sulton 

Andy Burnham, the recently re-elected Labour Mayor of Greater Manchester, has announced plans to allocate £600,000 from council tax funds to implement measures aimed at improving the rental

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Rising Interest Rates Lead to Surge in Landlord Possessions

Nikka Sulton 

New data from the Ministry of Justice highlights the significant impact of rising interest rates on landlords. The figures for Q1 2024 show a noticeable increase in landlord

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Latest Guidance from HMRC – Key Updates for Landlords

Nikka Sulton 

HMRC is advising landlords to take proactive steps by submitting their Self Assessment tax returns well before the deadline, emphasizing the advantageous outcomes associated with early filing. By

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Pets in Rentals: New Guidance Issued for Private Tenants

Nikka Sulton 

Propertymark has released a comprehensive guide for tenants outlining their rights concerning pet ownership in rental properties. The trade body Propertymark notes that pet ownership and the desire

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Can I Get A Mortgage On A Short Lease?

Nikka Sulton 

Whether you can get a mortgage with a short lease depends on the lender. Many lenders won’t approve a mortgage if there are 70 years or less remaining

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Are EPC Ratings Fair? Energy Experts Disagree with Criticism

Nikka Sulton 

A group of energy professionals in the property sector disputes a recent claim by consumer organisation Which? regarding the accuracy of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). These experts argue

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TSB Announces Mortgage Rate Cuts

Nikka Sulton 

TSB has announced plans to reduce its mortgage rates across various products, with cuts of up to 0.15% set to take effect on its 2, 3, and 5-year

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