UK landlords under pressure – tax, costs and regulation

Property, Spain, Tax Planning
25.08.26 on Bay Radio
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James Stirling, Financial Adviser at Blevins Franks, joins today to look at the challenges facing UK landlords and what these changes could mean for expatriates in Spain who still own investment property back in Britain.

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New episode: UK rental property has long been seen as a reliable source of income and a valuable asset for retirement. But following tax changes, new regulations and rising costs, a new question emerges: does property still deliver the rewards it once did?

  • The UK’s new Renters’ Rights Act has attracted a lot of attention. How will changes such as the end of Section 21 evictions and rolling tenancies affect landlords in practice?
  • Landlords are also facing more compliance requirements. What impact could measures such as Making Tax Digital and Energy Performance upgrades have?
  • Many buy-to-let owners focus on rental income and long-term house price growth, but what are some of the hidden costs that can reduce overall returns?
  • For British expatriates in Spain, are there additional tax and financial planning considerations when holding UK property?

 

 

 

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