Property Tax

Protests have recently broken out outside migrant hotels across the UK, with public anger over illegal immigration continuing to escalate. In addition to safety concerns and the controversy over hotel costs, the UK faces a worsening housing crisis, which has become a major source of frustration for citizens and legal immigrants alike.

Under Rent a Room Scheme, if you live in a UK property and rent out a furnished room in your main home, you could effectively boost your tax-free income to £20,070 per year.

A new survey reveals that even amid changes to stamp duty relief and an uncertain housing market, a third of Britons still want to own their own rental property and earn income as landlords.But given the latest tax changes, is property investment really still the easy route to passive income it once seemed to be? Why are so many choosing to dip into their pension pots early rather than waiting until full retirement age?

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the structure of CGT, how it’s calculated, and practical strategies for managing it. Whether you're an investor or a homeowner, understanding your tax responsibilities is key.

According to major media reports, the so-called ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ is playing a major role in the UK housing market, helping young people buy homes earlier and at higher prices — particularly first-time buyers. In other words, for many people under 30 in the UK, homeownership is simply not realistic without financial help from parents.

Some people are buying to live in their homes, others for investment. Overall, while there’s been short-term fluctuation, the UK property market remains on an upward trajectory. Why is the UK property market still booming?

The UK economy shrank by 0.3% in April, with further tax hikes and spending cuts likely; council tax is expected to increase by 5% annually; the UK unemployment rate has risen to its highest level in four years.

100,000 HMRC accounts hit as scammers steal £47m in phishing attack; Winter fuel payments to be reinstated this year; First-time buyers typically borrowing for 31 years

As we move further into the digital age, many industries are gradually abandoning paper-heavy administrative processes in favour of streamlined, digital solutions. HMRC first introduced the concept of Making Tax Digital (MTD) in 2015, with the aim of phasing out paper-based tax returns and shifting to digital submissions via approved software — ushering in a system of real-time tax.

Changes to Employee Benefits and Key New Regulations for Businesses and Individuals. Whether you're self-employed or run a limited company, the 2025/26 tax year brings several important changes—impacting Employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs), minimum wage rates, company size thresholds, and Capital Gains Tax (CGT), among others.

If you have a full-time job but enjoy making some extra money through second-hand selling platforms, you need to be aware of changes to income tax rules!

With the new financial year, a series of tax increases announced in last autumn’s budget came into effect. These changes impact not only income tax, corporation tax, and capital gains tax but also pension reforms, national insurance adjustments, and taxation on high earners and new UK residents’ global income.

On the 26th March 2025, the Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered the highly anticipated Spring Budget statement.

We have previously shared a lot of information about property purchase, rental, and sale taxes in the UK, and we have received many enquiries from both UK-based and overseas landlords. Claiming Tax Relief for Property Repairs – How Does It Work?

Rachel Reeves may have to raise UK taxes in October. HMRC announces three new tax rules with millions of UK households warned.

Council tax set to increase by nearly 5% across the UK!

UK Property Insurance Payouts Reach Record High – Can You Claim Tax Relief for Home Repairs and Renovations?

Many people are curious about this form: What is it? What happens if sellers choose not to submit it?

Despite reports indicating lowdown in sales of luxury homes in 2024, the previous year still witnessed record-breaking transactions .

Multiple measures from the Labour Party’s Autumn Budget are set to take effect in 2025.