1. Home
  2. / James V of Scotland
  3. / How did James V greatly increase his income?

How did James V greatly increase his income?

  • Control over royal estates

  • Finding gold

  • Wine trade

  • Seizing foreign assets

Answer

James V increased his income by taking control of the royal estates, which had previously been managed by the nobility. He also increased the efficiency of tax collection and imposed new taxes on the church and the nobility.
Unveiling the Reign: A Journey Through the Life of James V of Scotland

Unveiling the Reign: A Journey Through the Life of James V of Scotland

Take the James V of Scotland Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox