Buy-to-let Property News
England’s Rental Prices Hit Unprecedented Level
England’s rental market experienced an extraordinary event in July, as average rental costs exceeded £1,300 per property for the first time ever. This milestone, part…
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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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Paragon Bank Announces Further Reductions to Five-Year Fixed Rates for Portfolio Landlords
Paragon Bank has announced a decrease in the rates of its five-year fixed-rate buy-to-let mortgages, marking the second time in a fortnight that the lender…
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House Prices Dip Further into Negative Growth: Experts Weigh In on the UK Market
He further highlighted how deposit requirements continue to present significant challenges, with a 10% deposit now equivalent to 55% of gross annual average income, further…
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Landlords Shift Investment Focus to Energy-Efficient Properties in Anticipation of Regulatory Change
In anticipation of new governmental regulations, landlords across the nation are significantly shifting their property investments towards higher-rated Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) properties, according to…
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Major Lenders Cut Fixed Mortgage Rates, Signalling Possible End to Interest Rate Increases
Landlords and homeowners across the UK received positive news as several of the country’s largest lenders announced they would be cutting rates on their fixed…
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Cardiff Landlord Company Hit with £68,000 Fine for Neglecting Student Safety
A prominent HMO landlord company have received a substantial penalty for their negligence towards student tenants in Cardiff. Mulberry Real Estate and its director, David…
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Surge in Mortgage Rates Dents Buyer Appetite by 18%: Southern England Grapples with Falling House Prices
Escalating mortgage rates over the past two months have resulted in an 18% decrease in demand for homes, as indicated by Zoopla’s most recent House…
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Further Projected Upswing for UK Holiday Lets Sector in 2023
A recent study conducted by Stripe Property Group, a prominent property development firm, projects a promising upswing for the UK’s holiday accommodation sector in 2023….
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House Prices Soar, Stretching Buyers as Costs Reach a Record 8.4 Times Income
The year 2022 witnessed an extraordinary escalation in house prices, pushing affordability to its limit. In England, the average house was priced at £275,000, while…
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New Licensing Scheme in North London Mandates Landlords to Assure Quality Housing
A new scheme introduced in North London requires landlords to register for a license and certify that they are providing their tenants with good quality…
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Landlords Tackle Rental Increases in Response to Surging Costs
The escalation of rental prices has become a stark reality, with an overwhelming majority of landlords opting to increase rents, often in response to their…
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House Price Downturn Gives Rise to Alternative Property Investments
As the housing market in the UK cools amidst economic turbulence, residential equity growth seems to be lagging behind, providing some of the weakest investment…
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Corporate Housing Market Shows Recovery Momentum, Yet Lags Behind Pre-Pandemic Levels
The latest study by London-based estate agent Benham and Reeves reveals promising signs of recovery in the UK’s corporate housing market, though it’s still trailing…
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Cricket Grounds and Surrounding Property: A Housing Market Scoreboard as the Ashes Unfolds
As the Ashes series takes centre stage in the cricketing world, England and Australia are not just battling for the smallest trophy in the sport…
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Unveiling of Housing Revival: UK Government Pledges £1.5 billion for Regeneration Effort
The Prime Minister and the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities have today revealed their progressive strategy for housing across England. The…
