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Landlords May Face Monthly HMRC Tax Payments
Landlords could be required to pay tax every month under new Treasury proposals, according to a report by Property118. The proposals would calculate monthly tax deductions based on income declared in the previous year.
This potential change comes as the government is already implementing the Making Tax Digital (MTD) regime, which requires thousands of property owners to submit quarterly reports. The government is currently consulting on these new proposals.
Letting agents and inventory clerks should be aware that these changes could affect the way landlords manage their finances and reporting obligations. The move towards more frequent tax payments and reporting may require adjustments in administrative processes for those managing rental properties.
Source: Property118