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Am I self employed?

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24th January 2017, 9 years ago | 8

Am I classed as self employed if I am a property landlord? Many thanks Caroline

Can I rely on what HMRC says about Sharia mortgages in an online webchat?

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24th January 2017, 9 years ago | 7

In short, I’ve just used the HMRC web chat to ask whether the rent element of a Sharia mortgage would...

Fence dispute with Housing Association?

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23rd January 2017, 9 years ago | 27

The fence between my property and the neighbours blew down near the start of last year. The fence is believed...

Our RTM company has a Non paying leaseholder

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23rd January 2017, 9 years ago | 7

We have a small block of 5 flats, landlord and previous management company did nothing to maintain it, so we...

How far back can I use a capital loss?

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23rd January 2017, 9 years ago | 5

Does anyone know how far back I can use a capital gains loss? I made a massive loss in 2011...

BTL remortgage me out and my wife in?

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23rd January 2017, 9 years ago | 5

I wonder if you can advise or offer some thoughts please on this. My wife and I jointly own a...

Changing a studio into a one bed apartment – Do you need planning?

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23rd January 2017, 9 years ago | 3

Hi, I am looking at buying a studio apartment with the view to changing it to a one bed apartment...

Permitted development subdividing 1 flat into 2?

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19th January 2017, 9 years ago | 7

I have a 3 bed flat and would like to convert it into 2 x 1bed flats. It is above...

How do I deal with benefit cap on single parent with 4 kids?

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19th January 2017, 9 years ago | 37

Could any one out there tell me how they have got round the benefit cap? I have a single parent...

Buying the Freehold Title of a Leasehold house?

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19th January 2017, 9 years ago | 1

I have some questions regarding purchasing the freehold title of a long leasehold house. I have issued the initial notice...

What documents should a Landlord expect from their Agent?

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19th January 2017, 9 years ago | 1

I’m at the start of my journey as a landlord. The property is full refurbished, have Gas certificate and EPC....

Help with Consent to Let after whirlwind romance

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19th January 2017, 9 years ago | 42

Thanks in advance to anyone who takes the time to offer advice on this!. I have a rather unusual situation....

Tenant With 2 Months Arrears – “Do what you like”!

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19th January 2017, 9 years ago | 43

Hi guys, I am in a situation where tenant has defaulted 2 months in a row as such she is...

What happens next if Tenants now start to claim Housing Benefit?

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18th January 2017, 9 years ago | 51

I’m currently experiencing a situation that is new to me and would appreciate some good advice. My tenants are expecting...

Can’t remortgage my property due to main residence link?

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18th January 2017, 9 years ago | 20

Hi guys I’m new here. Last year we purchased a property for £27,000 for cash and renovated it we waited...

Thinking of employing a property maintenance and repairs company?

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18th January 2017, 9 years ago | 4

Hi Everyone, I’m after some second opinions, 2 years ago I purchased my first Buy to Let property and I’ve...

Who is responsible for White Goods replacement?

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18th January 2017, 9 years ago | 13

Here is an extract from my AST Agreament prepared from the Estate Agency. In the section for the Tenants obligation...

Can I be sued for £400 per month water bills?

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18th January 2017, 9 years ago | 6

My tenant had a leak in their property which they reported several times to the letting agent I use, using...

Council serve notice on landlord to remove tenants rubbish – Help

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18th January 2017, 9 years ago | 14

I have been served with a notice under the Prevention of damage by Pests Act 1949 by the local council...

Cooker hood, fan or both ?

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18th January 2017, 9 years ago | 7

I am currently refurbishing a 2 bed flat to be let. I’ll be planning the kitchen layout soon and I...

Brexit Tax Dividend for Landlords?

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17th January 2017, 9 years ago | 3

Would you believe in tax benefits for landlords post Brexit? On Monday the BBC indicated the Chancellor has threatened EU...