Tag: Landlord expenses
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Can Landlords Claim Insurance and Service Charges Against Rental Income?
Can landlords claim insurance, service charges and ground rent against rental income? We explain which costs can be allowable and why what you’re actually paying for matters.
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Can Landlords Claim Accountancy and Legal Fees Against Rental Income?
Landlords can claim some accountancy and legal fees against rental income, but not every professional fee is tax deductible. We explain why what you paid the professional to do matters.
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Can Landlords Claim Mileage and Travel Expenses?
Can landlords claim mileage for trips to a rental property? What about petrol receipts as well? We explain when landlord travel expenses can qualify, how mileage works and why the purpose of the journey matters.
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Repairs vs Improvements: What’s the Difference for Landlord Tax?
Is work on your rental property a repair or an improvement? We look at kitchens, replacements, modern materials and why the cost or wording on an invoice doesn’t necessarily determine the tax treatment.
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Landlord Expenses: Just Because You Paid for It Doesn’t Mean It’s Tax Deductible
Not every payment connected with a rental property is automatically tax deductible. We look at repairs, improvements, mortgage costs, mixed expenses and why understanding what you actually paid for matters.
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Undeclared Rental Income: What Actually Goes Into an HMRC Disclosure?
Making an undeclared rental income disclosure involves more than calculating the tax. From establishing the property history and reviewing expenses to interest, penalties and supporting evidence, here’s what actually goes into preparing a disclosure to HMRC.
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Landlord Expenses: What You Can and Can’t Claim (UK 2025/26 Guide)
A clear guide to what UK landlords can and can’t claim in 2025/26. Understand allowable expenses, repairs vs improvements, RDE rules, and the common HMRC pitfalls to avoid.