Tag: Capital Gains Tax
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Will New Renters’ Rights Bill Drive Landlords Out of the Market?
The new Renters’ Rights Bill could be a game-changer – and not in a good way. This bill, which aims to shake up the buy-to-let market, goes further than many expected and could send shivers down a landlord’s spine. More Than Just a Ticking Box The bill isn’t just a rehash of the Conservative government’s…
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Rents Set to Rise as Tenant Demand Outstrips Supply
New figures from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) show tenant demand is booming, while the number of properties available to rent is falling. The Perfect Storm for Higher Rents The RICS Residential Survey paints a clear picture: tenant demand is up, with a net 11% of surveyors reporting an increase. On the other…
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Capital Gains Tax Fears Spark Rush to Sell Large Homes
Worried homeowners are rushing to sell their larger properties, fuelled by speculation that a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) bombshell could be dropped in the upcoming October budget. Rightmove, the UK’s leading property website, has reported a massive surge in the number of bigger homes hitting the market. In the week ending September 9th, listings for…
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Americans are Snapping Up London Homes!
American buyers are leading the charge for luxury London property, with almost half of all homes sold for over £12 million last year going to US buyers, according to new research. UK Sotheby’s International Realty revealed that a diverse group of American buyers, from tech millionaires to families, are behind the surge in interest. These…
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Airbnb or Buy-to-Let – Which is Best for Your Pockets?
You’ve inherited some money and you’re ready to invest in property. But with the buy-to-let market changing, you’re wondering if Airbnb is the better bet. The FT’s financial expert answered a reader’s question on the tax changes that could make or break their property plans. The Big Changes Coming in 2025 Currently, Airbnb hosts enjoy…
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House Prices Set to Rise Despite “Painful” Budget, Says Expert
Experts predict house prices will climb by 3% this year, even with the upcoming budget expected to bring financial challenges. Despite Prime Minister Keir Starmer warning of a “painful” budget looming, property expert Tom Brill, head of UK residential research at Knight Frank, believes the housing market remains strong. While the Prime Minister has hinted…
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Big Landlords are the Future of the Private Rental Sector
The private rental market is changing fast, and if you’re a landlord or investor, you need to know what’s going on. Big Players, Big Profits Experts like Andy Jones, the BTR chief at LRG, are saying that the future of the rental market belongs to big landlords and build-to-rent. This is all because of a…
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Sell or Keep? Holiday Let Tax Change Could Cost You Thousands
Get ready, landlords! The government is about to shake up the tax rules on furnished holiday lets (FHLs) and it could cost you big time. What’s Changing? From April 2025, FHLs lose their special tax status. This means: What Should You Do? It’s Time To Make A Decision: Don’t Delay:
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Downsizing Your Home Could Make You Half a Million!
Thinking of downsizing? You could be sitting on a goldmine! Swapping your five-bedroom family home for a cosy three-bed could unlock an average of nearly £500,000 in pure cash! That’s according to new figures from Rightmove that show just how profitable downsizing can be. Londoners are sitting on the biggest potential profits. Trading a five-bedroom…
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London House Prices Cooling Off as Summer Ends
London house prices drop, but will the Autumn Budget bring more uncertainty? The London property market seems to be having a summer slump, with fewer buyers putting in offers on houses in June and July. This could be good news for anyone wanting to buy a posh pad in the capital, as prices are starting…