by Gareth Thomas | Jun 20, 2026 | Property, Taxes
The tax rules for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHLs) changed significantly from 6 April 2025. For many landlords, this means the way rental income is reported — and the tax relief available — will now look very different. If you own a holiday let alongside other rental...
by Gareth Thomas | Jun 18, 2026 | Property, Taxes
When buying property in England or Northern Ireland, Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) can add a significant extra cost to the purchase. But what many buyers don’t realise is that some properties qualify for the lower non-residential SDLT rates — even if there’s a...
by Gareth Thomas | Apr 22, 2026 | Accounting, Property, Taxes
If you buy a second residential property in England, you’ll usually have to pay a Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) supplement. This additional charge is currently 5% on top of the normal residential SDLT rates and applies when the purchase price is £40,000 or more. However,...
by Gareth Thomas | Apr 16, 2026 | Accounting, Business, Property, Taxes
If you own a holiday let property, you might assume that council tax automatically applies. But that’s not always the case. In many situations, holiday lets fall under business rates instead of council tax. For some owners, this can actually be beneficial,...
by Gareth Thomas | Oct 31, 2025 | Accounting, Business, Property, Taxes
If you own a rental property, big repairs are almost inevitable — whether it’s replacing a roof, fixing subsidence, or tackling structural damage. Naturally, landlords want to know: can these costs be deducted when working out rental profits? The answer depends on...
by Gareth Thomas | Oct 28, 2025 | Accounting, Business, Property, Taxes
If you’re a farmer or business owner, Inheritance Tax (IHT) reliefs like Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) have long been essential tools for passing on assets tax-efficiently. At present, there’s no limit on how much agricultural...
by Gareth Thomas | Oct 25, 2025 | Accounting, Business, Finance, Property, Taxes
With the cost of living still biting, many people are looking for extra income. One option is to let out a room in your home — and thanks to the Rent a Room scheme, this can be surprisingly tax efficient. How Does the Rent a Room Scheme Work? The scheme allows...
