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    The Impact of Regulation on the UK Short-Term Rental (STR) Industry

    The short-term rental (STR) industry in the UK, exemplified by platforms like Airbnb, has seen tremendous growth over the past decade....

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Business Tips | Airbnb Management | Holiday Let Management | Host | Short-Lets | 24/7 Guest Support | Short term letting | Property |

    12 Aug 2024

    Spring Budget 2024 - Abolishment of FHL Tax Regime

    During the announcement of the Spring Budget 2024, we were made aware that the special tax regime for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHLs) would...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Business Tips | Airbnb Management | Holiday Let Management | Host | Tax advice | Business Rates | Short-Lets | Short term letting | Vacation rental |

    03 Apr 2024

    How to more efficiently control the energy usage in your short-let property

    This winter has been harsh and cold; with snow in March and the bills rising, we’re in unprecedented situations. With the cost of living...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Host |

    28 Mar 2023

    Our Top Family-friendly days out

    With the August bank holiday a long distant memory, and the hot weather something we can just dream of, it is important to plan ahead for...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Holiday Let Management | Peak District | Host | Worcestershire | Short-Lets |

    23 Dec 2022

    Airbnb Insurance - What does it cover?

    Back in May 2022, Airbnb released a brand new insurance policy called Aircover, designed to satisfy both the hosts who open their homes and...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Host | West Sussex | North Norfolk |

    23 Dec 2022

    How to prepare your holiday let for the Autumn/winter season

    After the hustle and bustle of the summer season, many Airbnb hosts find that the following months can seem a little quiet and it can be...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Business Tips | Airbnb Management | Holiday Let Management | Host |

    13 Dec 2022

    Top Tips to Make your Short-Let Property More Energy Efficient!

    Make your Short-Let Property More Energy Efficient! Wholesale energy costs are surging and as a short-term property let homeowner, you may...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Tips | Business Tips | Pass the Keys Services | Airbnb Management | Host |

    01 Sep 2022

    Want to learn more about Holiday Lettings Business Rates relief?

    Summary of contents for UK Tax advice for Furnished Holiday Let: Council Tax vs Business Rates – which is which? Do I need to pay Council...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Management | Host | Tax advice | Business Rates |

    17 May 2022

    UK Tax Advice For A Furnished Holiday Let (FHL)

    What is a Furnished Holiday Let (FHL)? Simply put, a furnished holiday let is classified as a holiday property that is rented out for...

    by Pass the Keys

    | Airbnb Management | Host | Tax advice |

    31 Mar 2022

    All I Want For Christmas Is........ Happy Guests

    As an owner of my own holiday let properties and now franchise owner of Pass the Keys, South Hams, I know from experience that guests can...

    by Pass the Keys South Hams

    | South Hams | Host | Christmas |

    13 Dec 2021

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