Unlocking Commercial Property Opportunities Through a SSAS Pension: A World of Opportunity

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When people think of commercial property, it’s often seen as the preserve of big institutions or seasoned investors with deep pockets and even deeper knowledge. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

In fact, with the right approach

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Senior Conservatives and landlords ‘plot’ to block the Renters’ Rights Bill

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Senior figures within the Conservative Party have allegedly engaged in confidential discussions with landlords to derail the government’s Renters’ Rights Bill, The Guardian reveals.

The meeting, which was arranged by shadow housing minister Baroness Jane Scott

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Possession Order Delay – Judge said 48 Hours, now facing 17-22 weeks wait?

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Hi, I attended a possession hearing on 20th March, where the judge stated that the possession order would be issued within 24 hours and I should receive it within 48 hours. However, that has not happened.

I’m now away for two weeks

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Shawbrook and TML unveil new BTL mortgage options

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Shawbrook has introduced a fresh approach to fixed-rate renewals with its new product transfers, designed to benefit existing customers holding buy to let and commercial mortgages.

The service enables clients to adjust their fixed rate without needing extra funds or extended terms

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Insurance payouts after a water leak in a Freehold flat?

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My partner owns the freehold of a flat. He lived in the flat himself for about 2 years and has since moved out and now it is rented out to tenants. There are 10 flats in the block and each flat owner also owns 10% of the freehold management company.

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Why more landlords and property investors are incorporating

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The surge in landlords and property investors opting to use a limited company for their operations is down to shifting regulations and long-term wealth planning, one bank says.

Arbuthnot Latham, a private and commercial bank, has analysed Companies House records to find a 46% annual increase in new property enterprises in 2024.

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Will Shelter ever step up to help tenants AND landlords?

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For many of us, the private rented sector has turned into a battlefield, and at the heart of the latest skirmish is the issue of guarantors – or rather, the call for no tenant to need one.

We have seen 28 organisations

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DWP could deduct up to 40% of benefits to settle rent arrears

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) could deduct money from benefit claimants’ payments if they owe money to their landlords.

In a committee meeting on the Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery Bill), Labour Minister Andrew Western reveals that up to 40% of benefits could be deducted to settle arrears owed to landlords

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Landlord Justice: Where Common Sense Goes to Die?

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Ah, the joys of the British legal system — a place where logic takes a back seat, and bureaucratic chaos reigns supreme. If you thought following the law would lead to a smooth resolution, allow me to disabuse you of such optimism.

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Furnished Holiday Let changes for those on the Flat Rate Vat Scheme

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The Flat Rate VAT Scheme (FRS) is a simplified option for paying VAT for businesses with lower turnover.

At an annual turnover of £90k of vatable supplies, a business must become VAT registered and pay VAT on sales.

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