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What holiday let insurance do UK owners need?
GOV.UK says holiday let owners should have dedicated holiday let insurance, public liability cover and buildings and contents cover suited to short lets. Here is what each does and what to check.
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Airbnb vs long-term let: should UK landlords switch in 2026?
Compare Airbnb and a long let with ONS rents for Bristol, Bath and Cardiff, Inside Airbnb asking prices for Bristol, and what the Renters' Rights Act and FHL tax changes mean.
Bath
Do Bristol and Bath Airbnb hosts need to register? England's short-term let register explained
England's national register for short-term lets isn't in force yet. GOV.UK expects it to begin in March 2027. Here's what Bristol and Bath hosts know so far.
Cardiff
Business rates or council tax? The 252/182-day rule for holiday lets in Cardiff
In Wales, a holiday let pays business rates only if it's available for 252 nights and let for 182. Miss it, and Cardiff charges double council tax.
Bristol
Business rates or council tax? The 140/70-day rule for holiday lets in Bristol and Bath
In England, a holiday let pays business rates only if it's available for 140 nights and let for 70. Miss it, and Bristol and Bath can charge double council tax.
Cardiff
Wales visitor accommodation register: what Cardiff hosts must do by 31 March 2027
Short-let hosts in Wales, including Cardiff Airbnbs, must register with the Welsh Revenue Authority by 31 March 2027. Who must register, how, the penalties, and the Cardiff levy.
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Airbnb's 15.5% host fee: what UK hosts need to check now
Airbnb now charges most hosts a single 15.5% service fee, including on cleaning fees. Here's how it works, what happens if you didn't adjust your prices, and what to check in Bath, Bristol and Cardiff.