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Short let & Other Tax Structure UK Taxpayers Might Face in 2024

Written by: Ian Barbar 03/04/2024
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New Regulations Impacting Short-Term Landlords

A recent regulatory requirement announced by the UK government may spell bad news for some landlords. The regulation states that Airbnb and similar services engaging in short-term rentals must share their client earning information with HMRC (Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs). Property tax experts say this rule can impact landlords whose earnings surpass the Rent-A-Room threshold.

Industry experts have pointed out that several casual landlords in the UK may find themselves in an indefensible position because of this regulation. Many individuals who have casually rented out a room with two lodgers may not know the tax obligations associated with such rental arrangements. In addition, if they surpass the threshold, they may not be sure of the steps they must take to comply with tax regulations. This development reveals the importance of increased awareness and understanding among individuals offering short-term room rentals.

Understanding the Rent-a-Room Tax Threshold

Furnished Room Tax Allowance Threshold for Landlords

According to the new regulations, individuals earning less than £7,500 from renting a furnished room in their home automatically qualify for the Rent-A-Room tax exemption. This exemption means charging £625 per month for a room or £144 per week. Where the income is shared with a partner or another individual, the exemption amount is halved.

Renting out a room can be a lucrative way of generating additional income. However, individuals operating as landlords, even occasionally, must understand that they must mandatorily pay taxes on their earnings. Some may enjoy an automatic exemption if their earnings fall below the government’s established threshold of £7,500.

Tax Obligations for Casual Landlords

There is a common oversight among such landlords—they fail to realise the necessity of declaring income exceeding this threshold. This oversight can easily occur, especially if the rental charges surpass £625 per month. Many individuals may be unaware of the requirement to fulfil tax and income obligations to HMRC when their earnings surpass the government-set limit.

Putting aside funds for tax obligations is a sign that landlords are well-prepared when they complete a self-assessment tax return. The deadline for this task is January 31 annually. Effective landlord responsibilities include maintaining finances and fulfilling tax obligations by HMRC guidelines.

How Landlords Can Prepare for Tax Compliance

Industry consultants state that dealing with tax payments may seem daunting if funds are not reserved for this purpose. However, landlords can explore some viable options. The first step involves obtaining an updated calculation of the owed amount and comprehending the available resources to allocate towards it.

The next step is engaging with HMRC. This is a crucial step as they can discuss and explore potential alternatives. This approach allows settling the tax liability through manageable and reasonable monthly instalments. Discussions related to potential adjustments to various property-related taxes have been ongoing since early January.

Upcoming Tax Reductions and Their Implications

The inaugural tax reduction of 2024 is anticipated shortly, and the possibility of additional cuts is not being ruled out. Against the backdrop of an upcoming Budget scheduled for March 6 and the looming prospect of a general election, it is speculated that several tax reductions are under consideration. There are strong signs of an evolving fiscal environment with potential changes. These include:

  • Effective January 6, a two percent reduction in Class 1 National Insurance Contributions (NICs) is applicable.
  • Class 1 NICs apply to earnings falling from £12,570 to £50,270.
  • The adjustment lowers the NIC rate from 12 percent to 10 percent.
  • The tax bill for individuals earning £20,000 will decrease by £149.
  • Those with a £30,000 income will experience a £349 decrease in their tax bill.
  • Individuals earning £40,000 will witness a £549 reduction in their tax liability.
  • Those with a £50,000 income will benefit from a £749 decrease in their tax bill.
  • Individuals earning beyond the higher rate tax threshold will see a reduction of £754.

These changes are part of ongoing adjustments and will affect various income levels. Starting in April 2024, self-employed individuals will see the complete removal of Class 2 National Insurance contributions. The outcome is an average annual savings of £186. In addition, the primary rate of National Insurance contributions for the self-employed, applicable to profits ranging from £12,570 to £50,270, will be reduced from nine to eight percent.

Basic rate taxpayers can expect an average tax reduction of £117, while those in the higher rate will experience a £322 decrease. Additional rate taxpayers will benefit from a £358 reduction.

The Future of Stamp Duty and Inheritance Tax Cuts

Other changes include cutting the inheritance tax rate to 20 percent. Stamp Duty has also been considered for a potential cut. However, this is complicated because a temporary stamp duty cut is already in place and set to end in 2025. The government should consider making the cut permanent as part of the change, which means factoring in more costs.



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