Navigating the 2026 Business Rates Revaluation 🔍

About this episode

Jerry Alexander discusses the implications of the 2026 Business Rates Revaluation for commercial property investors.

One of the biggest fears for residential investors moving into commercial property is the "horror story" of business rates. The idea of being liable for a significant bill regardless of whether your building is occupied or performing well is enough to put many people off the asset class entirely. In this episode, Jerry breaks down the 2026 Business Rates Revaluation to provide clarity on the current "direction of travel." We explore how rates are actually calculated, why the system often feels disconnected from reality, and what the recent changes in England, Scotland, and Wales mean for your portfolio. What you will learn: The Fundamentals: How rateable value is determined and how the "multiplier" actually works. The 2026 Revaluation: Why your bill might be changing and the specific valuation dates being used across the UK. Transitional Relief: A breakdown of the tapering systems in England, Scotland, and Wales that "soften the blow" of increases. Mitigation & Appeals: Practical steps for managing rates, from small business relief to the "Check, Challenge, Appeal" process. The New Duty to Notify: Why you must report property changes to the VOA within 60 days starting April…

People in this episode

Host: Jerry Alexander

Topics covered

• business rates
• commercial property
• investment strategies
• property valuation
• transitional relief
• rateable value

Keywords

• business rates
• commercial property
• 2026 revaluation
• rateable value
• transitional relief
• property changes
• small business relief
• Check Challenge Appeal

Mentioned in this episode

Places: England, Scotland, Wales

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