UK house prices have remained steady, with the average asking price just above £368,000. Increased housing supply — the highest for this time of year since 2015 — has given buyers more negotiating power. Improved affordability from lower mortgage rates, rising wages and relaxed lending rules has supported activity. Confidence has strengthened following Budget clarity,...
UK property sellers have lowered their expectations, with average asking prices falling by around £2,000 compared with the same period last year. Property platform data suggests the decline is linked to uncertainty surrounding possible tax changes ahead of the Budget, causing hesitation among both buyers and sellers. Disclaimer The information on this Blog is...
The England and Wales High Court (EWHC) has ordered the tenant of a London property to pay GBP851,000 in rent to his landlord, despite the tenant’s claim that payment would be illegal because the landlord is a designated person under the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. The EWHC agreed that, while regulations 12 and...
HMRC is warning landlords against a specific tax avoidance scheme that claims to convert rental income into non-taxable loans. This scheme is under investigation and poses serious financial risks. Promoters suggest landlords can receive their rental income back as a loan without paying tax, but HMRC says this setup does not work and treats it...
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