Rumourmill: Treasury 'considering' 8% NI tax on landlords' income

The Chancellor is reportedly looking into charging Capital Gains Tax on top-end homes, and/or the prospect of an annual levy on the most expensive properties.

Property portal 'asks the government to carefully consider the impact of any changes to property taxation to avoid unintended consequences.'

Reports suggest the government 'is trying to work out how it can tap into the vast wave of wealth that will be transferred from baby boomers when they die.'