Lou Valdini
Can I claim tax relief for paying utility bills?
Author: Lou Valdini
28th August 2014, 12 years ago | 7
Lou Valdini
Registered with Property118.com
8th October 2013
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Recently retired and currently exiting the PRS.
Reply to comment left by Judith Wordsworth at 19/09/2026 - 13:16
Reply to the comment left by Judith Wordsworth at 19/09/2026 - 13:16I remortgaged with the intention to let my house in London and buy elsewhere, but then the S24 implications became apparent. I couldn't repay the loan because of early...
Read More →Reply to comment left by Phil Heath at 18/09/2026 - 15:05
If landlords can't get comparable rent achieved data, it follows that it's not available to Tribunals. Just do your best to present whatever comparable data you can, to show you've done your due diligence.
Read More →18th September 2026, 3 days ago
I read recently something about how the majority of new builds in the past were bought by landlords, and since new build volumes had dropped over the past couple of years (Labour government!), BTL mortgage applications had dropped in direct...
Read More →Reply to comment left by [email protected] at 17/09/2026 - 16:51
Reply to the comment left by Paul Essex at 17/09/2026 - 16:51I hadn't considered that. To minimise the new risks of the RRA, you need to do enhanced checks, but to avoid claims of discrimination, you need to check everyone...
Read More →Reply to comment left by [email protected] at 17/09/2026 - 12:01
Reply to the comment left by Paul Essex at 17/09/2026 - 12:01You are not alone. I have one remaining BTL which is available for sale. But if I do need a new tenant, each applicant will be treated equally. Even...
Read More →Reply to comment left by JB at 16/09/2026 - 11:12
Reply to the comment left by JB at 11:12 If the evidence submitted says the 3 properties used are directly comparable, does the FTT have the time and capability to corroborate every submission?
Read More →Reply to comment left by [email protected] at 10/09/2026 - 10:56
Firstport is renowned including large sums in the current service charge account for S20 work, but without specifying a start date, is a great way to get money in, earn interest, but not have to pay it out. If an...
Read More →9th September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Not so long ago, Boris was hounded out of office by the media and fellow MPs pile-on for little more than a minor transgression, which affected nobody. Yet, just a few short years later, we have now reached the stage...
Read More →Reply to comment left by [email protected] at 07/09/2026 - 11:53
If you had to put money on it, what would you bet? They don't believe the law applies to them.
Read More →Reply to comment left by Mick Roberts at 07/09/2026 - 14:55
Reply to the comment left by Mick Roberts at 07/09/2026 - 14:55This is a ridiculous process, clearly designed to delay eviction and repossession for as long as possible, and cost the landlord yet more. I'm 2019, I approached the MoJ...
Read More →Reply to comment left by joe bloggs at 03/09/2026 - 13:47
Reply to the comment left by Joe Bloggs at 03/09/2026 - 13:47They didn't lie... Growth in taxes, growth in business collapse, growth in unemployment, growth in energy costs, growth in illegal migrants, growth in the welfare bill, growth in Labour...
Read More →Reply to comment left by joe bloggs at 03/09/2026 - 00:35
Reply to the comment left by Joe Bloggs at 03/09/2026 - 00:35Unfortunately, the traditional jobs market for new graduates has collapsed. They may want to go to London, but the days of numerous well-paid jobs have gone, while rents are...
Read More →Reply to comment left by joe bloggs at 02/09/2026 - 21:29
Reply to the comment left by Joe Bloggs at 02/09/2026 - 21:29I can't argue with low quality and unsuitable applicants. It's the same everywhere and landlords need to find a way to weed them out within the constraints of the...
Read More →2nd September 2026, 3 weeks ago
I don't think landlords need to attract tenants. I would say 90% of tenants are happy to have an affordable and well maintained roof over their heads. A garden is a bonus.
Read More →30th August 2026, 3 weeks ago
The HMO issue is far more nuanced. We must factor in the make up of the elected council and those they represent. We can't sweep under the carpet the fact that certain cultures are not too concerned about observing the...
Read More →Reply to comment left by joe bloggs at 29/08/2026 - 22:52
Reply to the comment left by Joe Bloggs at 29/08/2026 - 22:52That will work well when it's freezing outside with an icy wind blowing through that open window! Let's just agree these devices are simply impractical and not cost-effective for...
Read More →Reply to comment left by [email protected] at 28/08/2026 - 13:45
If this new tax includes an element for stamp duty, the landlord would need to know how much that element is because that can't be passed on in rent. It will be years before valuations can be reached and yet...
Read More →Reply to comment left by James Brand at 28/08/2026 - 14:15
You cannot replace something which has already been paid (unless you are Rayner), unless HMRC repays it, then applies the new tax going forward. I realise this is Labour ideological tax policy, but surely, there would be huge legal challenges.
Read More →28th August 2026, 3 weeks ago
No feed in tariff. They don't connect to the grid. They work only when the Sun shines and the electricity they produce must be used immediately because they can't connect to batteries. Next question, where would you put them? Sited...
Read More →28th August 2026, 3 weeks ago
They are a false economy. For the government to say no installation is required is scandalous. The wiring needs to be checked and an outside socket fitted. Where would they be fitted in a flat? On a balcony if available?...
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