April brings the new tax year — and savvy Liverpool landlords don’t wait until HMRC come knocking to get their accounts in order.
Here’s how to prepare your rental finances in March, reduce your tax burden, and make smarter investment decisions for 2025–26.
Now’s the time to look at:
Rental income for each property
Outstanding invoices or contractor costs
Letting agent fees
Mortgage interest payments (and Section 24 limitations)
Service charges, insurance, ground rent
👉 Tip: Only the interest portion of mortgage payments is deductible (not the full amount).
You can still claim for legitimate business expenses including:
Letting agent & management fees
Repairs (not improvements)
Legal fees (e.g. eviction notices)
Safety certificates (gas, EPC, EICR)
Mileage & travel for inspections
Don’t leave money on the table by forgetting the basics.
More landlords are switching to limited company ownership to offset tax restrictions under Section 24. It’s not right for everyone — but if:
You plan to grow your portfolio
You’re a higher-rate taxpayer
You want to reinvest profits
…then it’s worth speaking to a property accountant.
We can connect you with trusted tax partners if needed.
Inflation’s still biting — and many landlords are undercharging. If your tenant is due a contractual rent review, you can:
Adjust to market rate
Recover lost income from rising costs
Do it legally and with proper notice
We handle this process with care — and compliance — to avoid disputes.
You don’t need to wait until January 2026. Getting your paperwork ready now:
Avoids stress
Gives you time to amend issues
Means faster refunds (if due)
Helps you plan cash flow through the year
Open Key supports Liverpool landlords with full-service management, rent reviews, licence compliance, and referrals to trusted tax pros.
📩 info@openkeylets.com
📞 0151 701 0212
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