https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/rent-a-room/Recent content in rent-a-room on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usSat, 09 May 2026 05:08:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/hmrc-raises-tax-free-personal-allowance-to-20070-for-homeowners-using-rent-a-room-scheme/Sat, 09 May 2026 05:08:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/hmrc-raises-tax-free-personal-allowance-to-20070-for-homeowners-using-rent-a-room-scheme/Homeowners can now benefit from an increased tax-free personal allowance of up to £20,070 by combining the standard personal allowance with income from the Rent-a-Room Scheme. This straightforward initiative from HMRC allows you to earn up to £7,500 tax-free by letting out a furnished room in your main residence, adding to the standard £12,570 personal allowance. The Rent-a-Room Scheme encourages homeowners to make use of unused space while enjoying a generous tax exemption.