New landlord tax hike set to filter through to renters
Original Article Summary
Renters could face higher housing costs from 2027 after new research suggested landlords are preparing to pass on planned tax increases. From April 2027, income tax rates on property income are set to rise by two percentage points, following measures announced in last autumn’s Budget. A survey of National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) members, conducted […]
PropMatch Curated Analysis
From April 2027, a 2 percentage point rise in income tax on property income is set to squeeze landlord margins, with nearly half of NRLA members surveyed planning rent increases and a third considering selling. This adds further structural pressure to rental supply and affordability.
Investor Relevance
This directly affects buy-to-let and PRS investors' net yield calculations, rent-setting strategy, and portfolio disposal timing. The combination of confirmed tax policy, OBR warnings, and landlord survey data creates a strong basis for reviewing financial models, considering incorporation, and reassessing holding strategies before 2027.
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