How the tenancy deposit cap works for high-rent properties in England — the 5-week vs 6-week rule at the £50,000 annual rent threshold, worked examples and protection rules for 2026/27.
Guarantor mortgages help first-time buyers with insufficient income or deposit get on the ladder. Here's how they work, what the guarantor risks, and how they compare to JBSP mortgages.
Help to Buy equity loans are interest-free for 5 years, then interest kicks in and repayment is based on your home's current value, not the original loan. Here's exactly how repayment mechanics work in 2026.
The Non-Resident Landlord Scheme requires UK letting agents or tenants to withhold 20% basic rate tax from rent paid to landlords living abroad. Learn how NRL1 approval works and what you still must file.
Probate application fees are a flat £300, but total executor costs can run into thousands. Here's the full cost picture — court fees, solicitor fees, and DIY probate — for 2026.
Statutory redundancy pay isn't a flat rate per year of service — it uses an age-banded multiplier that pays more for years worked over 41. Here's exactly how the calculation works.
The statutory redundancy pay cap limits both the weekly pay used in the calculation and the effective maximum payout. Here's exactly why higher earners are affected and when enhanced schemes fill the gap.
How landlords claim for replacing furniture and appliances in a let property in 2026/27, why the old 10% wear and tear allowance was scrapped, and what actually qualifies now.
How Land Transaction Tax higher residential rates apply to second homes and buy-to-let purchases in Wales in 2026/27, with a full band-by-band worked calculation.
How holiday pay is calculated for zero-hours and irregular-hours workers in 2026/27, the 12.07% accrual method, rolled-up holiday pay, and a full worked example.
Cash basis is now the default accounting method for UK sole traders from April 2024. This guide explains how it works in 2026/27, who benefits, and when accruals basis is still better.
Everything employees and employers need to know about company van benefit in kind tax in 2026/27: the flat-rate BIK charge, fuel benefit, private use rules, electric vans at zero BIK, and how vans compare to cars.
