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.
8th October 2026, 3 days ago
She's yet another of the liberal progressive lanyard-class with no idea about the real world. Shelter seemed a great opportunity for progression up the 3rd sector greasy pole, but she's probably realised Neate's persistent persecution of landlords is now coming...
Read More →Reply to comment left by Peter Watson at 06/10/2026 - 13:46
Reply to the comment left by Peter Watson at 06/10/2026 - 13:46The solicitor was being totally unreasonable in their 'source of funds' digging. He told them what they were asking for was overreach, but they were insistent. He had rushed...
Read More →5th October 2026, 6 days ago
My partner transferred her 4-bed house to her 25 year old son and it lets very well. But there is no mortgage, the typical tenant has kids at the local private schools, and it is fully managed by a local...
Read More →Reply to comment left by James Brand at 30/09/2026 - 22:54
I've just finished refurbishing my home. It was empty for nearly 3 years due to planning delays and then my builder went bust. The house was uninhabitable but after just 6 months, the council hit me with a 100% premium...
Read More →Reply to comment left by Keith Wellburn at 30/09/2026 - 23:14
Reply to the comment left by Keith Wellburn at 30/09/2026 - 23:14This government has reached the point where they don't care if they are caught out because they believe they are untouchable, and it looks like they are right. Look...
Read More →Reply to comment left by Keith Wellburn at 30/09/2026 - 15:07
Reply to the comment left by Keith Wellburn at 30/09/2026 - 15:07Emily Thornberry. Ange did have a council house; don't know if she bought it, but I guess she's best known as a tax evader.
Read More →Reply to comment left by Judith Wordsworth at 30/09/2026 - 10:26
Reply to the comment left by Judith Wordsworth at 30/09/2026 - 10:26Quite a few Labour MPs (and others) have profited from RTB. Lady Nugee step forward.
Read More →Reply to comment left by [email protected] at 28/09/2026 - 10:22
My remaining tenant was officially informed that my agent is her contact and doesn't have my address. However, when there is a significant action to be taken, I will WhatsApp her to confirm my agent will be dealing with it,...
Read More →26th September 2026, 2 weeks ago
£320 million just to start with! Where will that be going?
Read More →25th September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Many MPs have rental properties. Let's hear from them as landlords and not politicians. If the reason for providing the landlord's address is for the purpose of contact and serving of notices, etc, is there any reason why a landlord's...
Read More →23rd September 2026, 3 weeks ago
I have never yet had someone question the EPC on any residential home I've sold. Equally, I've never asked about houses I've wanted to buy. If it's not for rental, and it's clearly not got wind rattling through the windows,...
Read More →Reply to comment left by Jill Church at 21/09/2026 - 13:59
Reply to the comment left by Jill Church at 21/09/2026 - 13:59Say it as it is. A 'Nation of Sanctuary' means asylum seekers and illegal migrants welcome and prioritised for the social housing budget, not most renters losing their PRS...
Read More →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 weeks 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, 1 month 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...
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