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Top Three Tenant Complaints in Greater London Revealed for 2022
Data analysis by lettings agency JOHNS&CO has disclosed the three most common complaints from tenants in Greater London in 2022. The study found that 35%…
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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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Estate Agents Sentenced to Prison for £3.8m Cannabis Operation
Two estate agents have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in a £3.8 million cannabis production operation. Ossama Omar and Mohamed Latif, who worked…
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FCA Warns Against Excluding Inefficient Homes from Mortgage Market
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has cautioned mortgage lenders against adopting a narrow-minded approach by excluding non-energy efficient properties from the market. David Geale, the…
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Estate Agents Report Highest Number of Homes for Sale in Over Two Years
Propertymark, the national membership organisation for property professionals, has released figures indicating a thriving housing market in the UK, contrary to some predictions. With over…
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London Landlords Sought for LSE Research Project on Private Rented Sector
Private landlords in London are being encouraged to participate in a research project focused on rental supply in the capital city. The study, conducted by…
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Shawbrook Finalises Digital Buy-to-Let Case for Professional Landlord in Record Time
Shawbrook Bank has recently concluded a digital Buy-to-Let case for one of its Strategic Partners, CPC Finance, in a mere six days. This rapid turnaround…
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Rental Affordability Improves as New Instructions Increase Amid High Demand
The number of properties coming to market saw a 19% increase in March 2023 compared to February, while applicant demand rose by 4% during the…
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Haringey Council Allocates £5m for Improvements in Housing Services
Haringey Council has committed nearly £5 million to transform housing services, ensuring that council homes are well-maintained and residents’ opinions are central to decision-making. Thousands…
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Gradual UK House Price Drop Continues, Soft Landing Remains Possible
House prices in the UK have experienced a decline for the third consecutive month, with a 0.3% decrease between January and February. The average house…
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Gove Consults Industry Leaders on Upcoming Rental Reforms in the UK
Housing Secretary Michael Gove has engaged in discussions with ten key representatives from the private rental sector (PRS), including letting agencies, landlords, and property managers,…
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Search Trends in 2023 Uncover Shifting Concerns for UK Landlords Amid Cooling Housing Market
New research by property purchasing specialist House Buyer Bureau highlights the growing anxieties of homebuyers and sellers as they navigate the housing market during a…
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RICS Cladding Guidance Positively Impacts Property Sector, Survey Finds
A recent webinar poll conducted by Countrywide Surveying Services (CSS) found that 88% of property professionals believe the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)…
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Agent Ordered to Compensate Landlord £900 for Rent Guarantee Failings
Essex-based agent Anistenhomes has been ordered by The Property Ombudsman (TPO) to pay a landlord £900 in compensation due to service shortcomings in a rent…
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UK Rent Surge: Average Room Prices Soar 10%+ Nationwide, London Postcodes Exceed £700
According to data from leading flatshare site SpareRoom, average room rents in the UK have increased by 10% or more across every region, including London…
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Housing Market Remains Subdued, Yet Forward-Looking Indicators Suggest Stabilisation
The March 2023 RICS UK Residential Survey portrays a persistently weak housing market, with negative indicators for demand, sales, new listings, and house prices. Despite…
