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Instead of allowing landlords some relief from constant regulatory updates, 2019 has been a year of yet more change for the buy-to-let sector. We’ve seen the introduction of more regulation, such as the Tenant Fees Act, alongside unfulfilled promises including new housing courts. Tenant Fees Act Tenant Fees Act was a major piece of legislation…

As a landlord, there are a number of different types of tax you’ll have to keep in mind. Legislation is constantly shifting, but some of the main ones to consider are: Income Tax National Insurance contributions (NICs) Stamp Duty Land Tax Capital Gains Tax Stamp Duty Land Tax and Capital Gains Tax only need to…

Online mortgage broker is predicting a fall in the cost of fixed rate buy-to-let mortgages now that the Conservatives have been elected, and a settled Brexit course is set. The cost of fixed rate buy-to-let mortgages is already down on the rates prevailing at this time last year, in some cases by up to £38…