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Tax on property – high or low rate?

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12th April 2017, 9 years ago | 3

I have 2 buy to lets in West Yorkshire. I have a salary of £30k from a full time job....

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How to insure flats without planning permission?

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11th April 2017, 9 years ago | 1

I have a house that has been converted into two self-contained flats recently. The flats have achieved building regulation certification...

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Development land uplift clause and divorce?

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11th April 2017, 9 years ago | 13

My husband and I have been married for 25 years, separated for 8 years. I have now decided to divorce...

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Reasonable solictor fees for debt letters?

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10th April 2017, 9 years ago | 2

I own a small flat in a Victorian Block and over the last 3 years the management company have constantly...

Sad death of vulnerable adult tenant – What do I do now?

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10th April 2017, 9 years ago | 1

I was informed last week that one of my tenants had passed away in my property. There are no suspicious...

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Financial assistance for raising EPC rate?

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10th April 2017, 9 years ago | 9

I’m looking at upgrading my solid-wall Victorian rental property in order to ensure it hits at least level ‘E’ (which...

Seller non-disclosure fraud?

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10th April 2017, 9 years ago | 1

A property recently sold without informing buyer that there is an ongoing interest in the property that could later affect...

Lead tenant Subletting turns out to be a letting agent!

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10th April 2017, 9 years ago | 10

I have a tenancy agreement with an Individual who turns out to be a letting agent. He has been subletting...

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Newbie Landlord looking for helpful tips and general advice and the basics

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10th April 2017, 9 years ago | 13

I am a newbie landlord trying to get some basic understanding and thought I would post for some help. I...

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Tenant facing eviction has reported break in and wants new front door key?

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10th April 2017, 9 years ago | 5

My tenant is facing eviction due to rent arrears and has reported a break in. I’m seeking your advice to...

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Worried about the effect of doubling ground rent on extending or selling?

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9th April 2017, 9 years ago | 6

I’m in the process of purchasing a maisonette with ground rent doubling every 25yrs and will be £4,000 in 100yrs....

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Phone call from the council that I have acted illegally by changing the locks?

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9th April 2017, 9 years ago | 7

I am desperately looking for advise. I have had a tenant via Social Services for 3 years. I needed my...

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Damp having a serious affect on our tenants

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7th April 2017, 9 years ago | 4

At one of our BTL Property, we had some wall damp issues (apparently caused by outer wall/ roof) and have...

Flytipping on Private Roads

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6th April 2017, 9 years ago | 7

I have a residential property on a private lane and my tenant is constantly complaining about the fly tipping and...

Ongoing tenancy fee for renewal by management company

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6th April 2017, 9 years ago | 11

I rent out two flats in Reading. In one case the freeholder’s agent (Simarc – mentioned elsewhere in your forums)...

Forming a partnership and description of trade?

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6th April 2017, 9 years ago | 7

I read with interest regarding partnerships to mitigate tax. I have spoken to my accountant and he says when it...

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Buying a house without building regs for loft conversion pre 1985?

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5th April 2017, 9 years ago | 5

I am currently in the process of purchasing my first house. The property is a bungalow with a loft conversion...

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Tribunal for council tax when I do use the land?

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5th April 2017, 9 years ago | 3

Does anyone know of any legal arguments and cases in law re tribunal for council tax liability on one of...

Tax Advice Negligence – Can I Sue My Accountant?

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4th April 2017, 9 years ago | 17

My wife and I jointly own a portfolio of 42 properties. We recently sought advice on incorporation from an independent...

Liverpool keep issuing the licence to my bank?

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4th April 2017, 9 years ago | 8

Can I ask has anyone else had this with this pathetic Council !! I have been getting my properties Licensed...

Tax mitigation now that the 10% Wear and Tear allowance has gone?

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2nd April 2017, 9 years ago | 7

This is a really tough one to explain but bear with me, this is the first tax year that we...