What is Section 24 mortgage interest relief for landlords?
How income tax relief on finance costs changed for residential landlords and why portfolio cashflow models differ in England.
Published: 18 Apr 2026 · Updated: 18 Apr 2026 · 10 min read
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Section 24 restricts how landlords deduct finance costs against rental income; accountants model this as a tax credit style effect within the rules rather than full deduction.
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