Tax credits and taking in a lodger

lorriedriver1988

Hi,

I am seeking some advice on how my tax credits could be effected if I take in a lodger. My husband and myself both work part-time. Our income is topped up by working and child tax credits. I am considering taking on a lodger to help make overpayments on our mortgage. But I am wondering how it will effect our tax credits.

Can anyone offer any advice to how the tax credits might be effected?

pmlindyloo

blondebubbles wrote: »

It won't affect your claim as long as it comes under the rent a room scheme which means the rent you receive is less than £4250 a year.

Link for you (scroll down to 4 - Income and Capital)

http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/leaflets/wtc2.pdf