Oil in Top 3 Items for Rural Property Theft

Now Autumn is upon us and the leaves are falling off the trees, we’ve all noticed that the colder weather has started to creep in.…

Property Taxation – upcoming topics

Hello and Welcome! I’m Simon Johnson, a Director in KPMG’s Private Client Advisory department based in the West Midlands. I thought it would be helpful…

Renovation: VAT and Construction Contracts

  Last time, I explained that the only way to get the 5% VAT rate on refurbishment, renovation works or alterations is to agree with your…

Stay on budget with your Renovation project

  Before buying a renovation project you will most likely have considered the cost of the renovation and worked out in some detail what needed…

How DO I get that 5% VAT rate for a renovation?

One of the most common FAQs about VAT and renovations is how exactly you get the reduced rate on construction work. What if your contractor…

The Disaster of DIY Wills

A few weeks ago I was one of the guest speakers at the Property Developer’s Academy (PDA) training day in Birmingham. I always enjoy speaking…

Renovation: Hybrid Heating

Alastair Lovell from off-grid heating specialists Calor discusses the benefits of hybrid heating systems that blend renewables with LPG. When renovating a home, the dependability…