The Complete Guide to Stamp Duty & Land Taxes Across the British Isles: Save Thousands with Expert Strategies

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, property investor, or commercial purchaser, understanding stamp duty and land transaction taxes across the UK and Ireland can save you thousands of pounds (or Euros). This comprehensive guide breaks down the complex landscape of property taxes, revealing legal strategies to minimise your tax burden. Understanding the Different Property Tax Systems […]

Unlocking Opportunity: What the Latest Spending Review Means for SME Property Developers

Last week, the Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, unveiled the government’s much-anticipated Spending Review, a pivotal moment for the UK economy that outlined funding priorities for the years ahead. While the headlines focused on major departmental allocations, a closer look reveals significant implications for the UK property sector, and crucially, for the often-overlooked small and medium-sized (SME) […]

Unlock Your Buy-to-Let Potential

Houses suitable for buy to let investors

Getting the Best Buy-to-Let Mortgage: Your Comprehensive Guide Unlock the Door to Smarter Property Investment Welcome to Acorn.finance’s essential guide for navigating the dynamic buy-to-let mortgage landscape.  Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just starting your journey, securing the right financing is crucial to get the best returns for your investments.  With current market rates […]

Your Credit Score

Credit scores and credit reports are something often confused, this helpful post will tell you the difference and help you to obtain your FREE report – perfect preparation for your finance application.

Holiday Let Investments – 2025 and beyond

Furnished Holiday Lets In The Rachel Reeves’ World The landscape for Furnished Holiday Lets (FHLs) has shifted. As of April 2025, the distinct tax advantages they once held over standard residential rentals have been abolished by the Labour government.  For those familiar with the previous regime, this marks a significant change in how income and […]