How To Use Your House As An Asset

Richard Brown from @thepropertyvoice joins me on this episode to discuss how we can turn our own homes into an investment or an asset.

It is worth saying that it is contentious as to whether a home is an asset or a liability, each person has a different opinion. But, a general definition is that an asset 'puts money into your pocket' and in this podcast we talk through how you can do exactly that.

First, we touch on some tax efficiencies through buying your first home - particularly by using a LISA and paying no Stamp Duty. 

Second, we then go on to talk through the Rent A Room Relief Scheme. In the UK this allows us to bring in a lodger and rent out a room in our home. Doing this we can earn up to £7,500 per tax year completely tax-free. This is exactly how we can turn our home into an asset as we can earn some monthly rental income that 'puts money in our pocket'.

Third, we go through how buying your own home can work out cheaper than investing in property. Mainly through a lower deposit needed - 5% compared to 25% generally for buy-to-lets, and lower interest rates available on residential properties compared to investment propeties. 

Listen to the podcast for more details!

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