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Property companies and the effect of rise in dividend tax rates

Property companies and the effect of rise in dividend tax rates

Property companies and the effect of rise in dividend tax ratesJess Brooks
Published on: 13/01/2026

While property companies avoid the new property tax rates, shareholders may still feel the impact. From April 2026, higher dividend tax rates will affect how profits are extracted from property companies.

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New property tax rates

New property tax rates

New property tax ratesJess Brooks
Published on: 06/01/2026

From April 2027, rental income will be taxed at new, higher property tax rates. This article explains what’s changing for unincorporated landlords, how allowances are affected, and what steps may help reduce the impact.

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Tax relief for unpaid rent

Tax relief for unpaid rent

Tax relief for unpaid rentJess Brooks
Published on: 16/12/2025

When tenants fall behind on rent, landlords may be entitled to tax relief, but how the relief works depends on whether accounts are prepared on the cash basis or the accruals basis. Here’s what HMRC allows.

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Can you claim tax relief for making good damage by tenants?

Can you claim tax relief for making good damage by tenants?

Can you claim tax relief for making good damage by tenants?Jess Brooks
Published on: 09/12/2025

When tenants cause damage, landlords often face repair costs, but can these be claimed for tax relief? Here’s how HMRC treats repair expenses, replacements, improvements, deposits and insurance receipts.

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