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House Prices See Uptick as Rental Costs Continue to Rise
In a mixed landscape for the UK housing sector, house prices have experienced a modest resurgence, while rental rates continue to climb, adding pressure to…
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The Landlord Knowledge editorial team covers UK buy-to-let and property investment news, policy, regulation, and finance. Our reporting focuses on the issues that matter most to private landlords and property investors across the UK.
Headed by Leon Hopkins, author of The Landlord's Handbook.
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London cedes prime position in UK property investment
Recent shifts in the property investment landscape have seen London lose its long-held status as the go-to region for investors in the residential and commercial…
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Bank of England poised for potential interest rate cut, hints deputy governor
As the UK braces for crucial inflation data release tomorrow, speculation mounts about the Bank of England’s next move on interest rates, with potential cuts…
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Lengthy property sale process dampens UK housing market momentum
As UK property prices reach new heights, Rightmove’s latest House Price Index warns that it now takes an average of seven months to complete a…
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Government delays lead to ‘landlord churn’ and ‘cost of renting crisis’
As the Renters (Reform) Bill gradually advances through Parliament, the UK faces a deepening “cost of renting crisis” with significant increases in rental prices, according…
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Propertymark urges renters reform regulation
As the Renters Reform Bill progresses through the House of Lords, Propertymark has called for the inclusion of specific measures to regulate property agents and…
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Isles of Scilly identified as having the least energy-efficient homes in England
Recent findings reveal the areas in England with the lowest energy efficiency ratings, with the Isles of Scilly identified as having the least energy-efficient homes….
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Potential impact of FHL abolition on England and Wales’ holiday home hotspots
A recent study reveals the potential impact on popular holiday home regions in England and Wales following the government’s decision to abolish the furnished holiday…
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Leasehold reform could cost UK government £30 billion in compensation
Residential property investors have recently expressed concerns over the potential financial impact of the Government’s leasehold reform proposals. According to a letter from the Residential…
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Landlord sales prompt tenant turnover in rental market
In a revealing survey by PayProp, a striking 50% of tenants who moved out of their homes last year were compelled to do so because…
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Propertymark Advocates for Stricter Regulation in Property Transactions
In a recent parliamentary committee meeting, Propertymark highlighted the need for more stringent regulations to improve the fairness and efficiency of the home buying and…
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Potential Loophole Identified in Proposed Scrapping of Section 21 Evictions
Experts have highlighted a potential loophole in the Renters (Reform) Bill that could lead to a patchwork enforcement of Section 21 eviction notices, depending on…
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Half of UK Renters Lack Contents Insurance
Recent findings from Compare the Market highlight a notable disparity in contents insurance coverage, with half of UK renters lacking a policy compared to only…
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Rising House Prices Drive Demand for Ultra-long Mortgages
Recent data from Eligible reveals a significant increase in the proportion of home loans extending into retirement, highlighting the impact of soaring house prices on…
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House Price Reductions Hit 18-Month Low as Sales Increase
Hamptons’ latest market data reveals a significant decline in house price reductions and an uptick in sales across Great Britain, highlighting a shifting property market…
