Valuation Adjustments for High-Value Properties Under 2026 Budget Tax Changes: Surveyor Tactics for £2M+ Thresholds

Valuation Adjustments for High-Value Properties Under 2026 Budget Tax Changes: Surveyor Tactics for £2M+ Thresholds

The 2026 Budget has fundamentally reshaped the landscape for high-value property owners, particularly those holding assets above the critical £2 million threshold. As new tax measures take effect from April 2026, property valuers and chartered surveyors face unprecedented challenges in accurately assessing properties that now carry substantially higher tax burdens. The Valuation Adjustments for High-Value […]

Expert Witness Protocols Under Building Safety Act Disputes: RICS Guidance for 2026 High-Rise Litigation

Expert Witness Protocols Under Building Safety Act Disputes: RICS Guidance for 2026 High-Rise Litigation

The Building Safety Act 2022 has fundamentally transformed the landscape of high-rise construction litigation in the UK. As enforcement intensifies in 2026, expert witnesses face unprecedented scrutiny in safety compliance cases. With the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) launching its first major update to expert witness standards since 2014, surveyors must navigate complex new […]

Preparing Building Surveys for High-Value Council Tax Surcharge Valuations Starting 2026

Preparing Building Surveys for High-Value Council Tax Surcharge Valuations Starting 2026

The landscape of property taxation in England is undergoing a significant transformation. As 2026 unfolds, surveyors and property professionals face a critical challenge: accurately assessing high-value properties for the new High-Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS). With the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) conducting targeted valuations throughout the year, preparing building surveys for high-value council tax surcharge […]