Blog

Glasgow’s visitor levy introduces another responsibility for landlords operating short-term accommodation. Preparing involves more than adding a charge to your listing: booking prices, guest messages and accounting records all need to work together. Although eligible stays begin in January 2027, advance reservations already need attention. Reviewing your setup now gives you time to identify missing

A festival booking starts with someone planning a weekend away, but a successful stay depends on the details waiting at the property. Clear directions, a warm home and straightforward check-in can make a real difference after a journey into Durham. For hosts, preparation should begin before the reservation arrives. Reviewing your property’s suitability, pricing and

The Edinburgh Visitor Levy has added a new task to running short-term accommodation: making sure eligible bookings are priced, recorded and reported correctly. For Airbnb hosts and landlords, understanding the charge is only the starting point. The practical work lies in fitting it into your booking process without creating unexpected costs or confusion for guests.

Property management is the organised operation, maintenance and financial oversight of a rental property on behalf of its owner. In the UK, it can cover long-term tenancies, Airbnb accommodation, holiday lets, serviced apartments, corporate housing and contractor stays. Effective property management protects the condition of the property, supports legal compliance, improves the tenant or guest

Making Tax Digital for landlords became mandatory from 6 April 2026 for individual landlords and sole traders whose combined qualifying income from property and self-employment was more than £50,000 in the 2024–2025 tax year. If you are affected, you must use compatible software to maintain digital income and expense records, send quarterly updates to HMRC

Most UK landlords should expect to pay approximately 15% to 20% of booking revenue for full Airbnb management in 2026, although advertised rates can range from around 12% to 25%. VAT, onboarding, cleaning, linen, maintenance and monthly software charges may be added separately. A lower percentage does not always mean a cheaper service. To understand

Running an Airbnb or short-term rental in England is not as simple as creating a listing and accepting bookings. Landlords need to consider planning rules, fire and property safety, tax, insurance, mortgage conditions and local council requirements. There is also an important source of confusion in 2026. England’s mandatory short-term-let registration scheme has been announced,