From April 2023, new eligibility rules for business rates will kick in for self-catering properties in England and Wales. Failure to meet these rules will see second homes becoming eligible for council tax, missing out on potential business rate relief.

Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self-Assessment (ITSA) has been delayed by two years and will now be phased in from April 2026, rather than April 2024. The income thresholds have also been increased for mandatory enrolment.

With the cost of living crisis biting, private sector rental tenants are increasingly seeking out energy efficient properties that are cheaper to run. But are landlords doing enough to attract these cost-conscious renters?

Attracting the right tenants for your rental property and commanding a fair rent can be a challenge. But there are plenty of things you can do to make your property even more appealing to tenants.

A new Government fund has been announced, allowing landlords to claim up to £350 towards the purchase and installation of electric vehicle charging points. Here's how to access the grant, and check eligibility.

When it comes to rental property, the risks are a great deal higher than with regular residential property. Here we take a look at the top landlord insurance claims, and what to do to avoid the risks behind them.

This month’s Autumn Budget and Spending Review centred on post-COVID economic recovery. A number of announcements were made that look set to impact landlords and buy to let investors.

A new Permitted Development Rights (PDR) scheme was introduced on 1 August that has made it easier to convert commercial premises into affordable residential homes.

Damage at the end of a tenancy is a major concern for landlords. But the area of what you can and can’t charge tenants for is hazy. This guide will help you better understand how this works.

Making Tax Digital (MTD) for landlords is something that’s been on the horizon for some time now, but soon it will be time for buy-to-let landlords turning over £10,000 per year plus to begin reporting tax quarterly, and filing online.

Tenants have never appreciated outdoor space more, but the question of who is responsible for what in terms of garden maintenance is one that raises many disputes between landlord and tenant. Find out where you stand...

To ensure you get off on the right foot at the start of a tenancy, here are some helpful guidelines to help you ensure the property you are renting out is clean, safe, legally compliant and, most of all, welcoming.