We are often asked about what can and cannot be offset against revenues in relation to a residential buy-to-let investment. This can be a complex area, and we always recommend landlords seek specialist tax advice. However, generally speaking, anything that could be regarded as a capital investment rather than an operational or maintenance cost cannot necessarily be offset against tax in its entirety.    For

Possibly prompted by a lack of supply, increasing numbers of home movers are renting as an interim measure prior to buying their next property. It can be tempting to stay put until the right house comes onto the market. However, many people who have done this, and who find the right onward property, then find themselves in a position of not having sold their

As a landlord you’ll want to minimise the time your property is empty between tenancies (what we call the void period) so it is essential that your property is looking its best for showing to new tenants both in terms of condition and cleanliness. Although a tenanted property should be redecorated from time to time, tenants are allowed fair wear and tear and it