Here’s what landlords in Wales need to know for 2026 💭 The latest UK Budget has wide implications for Wales, even though many tax powers remain reserved to Westminster. For landlords and investors, several announcements stand out. 🔹 Rental Income Tax Increases (from April 2027) - with rises that apply to property income in both England and Wales, increasing pressure on landlords and potentially driving further rent increases as costs rise. 🔹 Dividend Tax Changes - hits landlords using company structures, particularly those relying on dividends. 🔹 High-Value Council Tax Surcharge - a new surcharge for properties over £2 million launches in 2028 (but England only). Welsh properties are unaffected. 🔹 Energy Support Landlord groups warn that rising taxes and compliance costs may push more landlords out - reducing rental supply and increasing pressures on tenants. As always, the key is planning: understanding how these changes affect your tax position, rental yields, and refinancing strategy over the next 12–24 months. If you’d like help reviewing your finance plans in light of these Budget changes, we’re here to give clear, practical guidance. 💬

Posted by Rob Peters at 2026-01-19 07:04:20 UTC