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Landlords hit hard as void periods bite into rental income

Landlords hit hard as void periods bite into rental income

The financial strain on landlords across England is intensifying as the cost of void periods continues to climb, with new research revealing a significant rise...

Tenants could be invalidating landlord insurance without realising

Tenants could be invalidating landlord insurance without realising

Landlords across the UK are being urged to take proactive steps to safeguard their insurance policies, as common tenant behaviours could inadvertently render them void....

House prices hit record highs, reinforcing property as a smart investment

House prices hit record highs, reinforcing property as a smart investment

House prices in the UK have reached record highs, creating significant challenges for renters while reinforcing the financial strength of landlords. According to Halifax, the...

Goodlord unveils key referencing updates to support landlords and agents

Goodlord unveils key referencing updates to support landlords and agents

With new regulatory hurdles on the horizon, lettings technology provider Goodlord has introduced two major upgrades to its PRO Referencing service. These enhancements-ID Upgrade and...

Letting agent arrested over missing rent and deposits scandal

Letting agent arrested over missing rent and deposits scandal

A letting agent in Norwich has been arrested following serious allegations from landlords and tenants regarding missing rental payments and unprotected deposits. The 40-year-old woman,...

Landlords face growing financial risk as rent arrears hit record levels

Landlords face growing financial risk as rent arrears hit record levels

Landlords across the UK are being left increasingly vulnerable to financial losses as tenant arrears reach unprecedented levels, new data has revealed. The rising shortfall...

Landlords warn of shrinking rental supply as tenant demand soars

Landlords warn of shrinking rental supply as tenant demand soars

The UK’s private rental sector is under growing pressure as tenant demand remains exceptionally high while landlords continue to exit the market, leading to concerns...

Aldermore launches exclusive buy-to-let rates to support landlords

Aldermore launches exclusive buy-to-let rates to support landlords

Aldermore has unveiled a new range of limited-edition buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage products, giving landlords competitive two-year fixed-rate deals. The lender continues to expand its offerings...

Rising rents and house prices reinforce landlord investments

Rising rents and house prices reinforce landlord investments

The property market in the UK continues to see significant growth, with rising rents and house prices strengthening the case for landlords. Private rents have...

Landlords urged to maintain high standards as enforcement increases

Landlords urged to maintain high standards as enforcement increases

A London landlord has been fined £37,000 after being found guilty of multiple property management and licensing offences. The case highlights the importance of responsible...

Rent and mortgage payments rise slightly as landlords provide stability for tenants

Rent and mortgage payments rise slightly as landlords provide stability for tenants

Rent and mortgage spending in the UK grew by 2.0 per cent year-on-year in January, according to the latest Barclays Property Insights report. Despite ongoing...

Protecting London’s green belt while meeting housing demands

Protecting London’s green belt while meeting housing demands

The Mayor of London is being urged to collaborate with the government to ensure that Green Belt land is not sacrificed to meet ambitious housing...

Rising no-fault evictions: Landlords reassess rental market amid legislative uncertainty

Rising no-fault evictions: Landlords reassess rental market amid legislative uncertainty

New data from the Ministry of Justice has revealed a rise in no-fault evictions, with 32,287 accelerated possession claims issued in 2024-an increase of 7%...

UK PBSA investment reaches £3.87bn in 2024, signalling strong market confidence

UK PBSA investment reaches £3.87bn in 2024, signalling strong market confidence

New research from Knight Frank has revealed that investment in the UK’s purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) sector reached £3.87bn in 2024, reflecting a 14% year-on-year...

Future-proofing rentals: Why home insulation is key to meeting new EPC standards

Future-proofing rentals: Why home insulation is key to meeting new EPC standards

The government’s proposed Decent Homes Standard is set to come into effect by 2030, with stricter regulations potentially requiring rental properties to achieve a minimum...

Oxford-Cambridge Arc set for 23% rental growth as tech hub plans progress

Oxford-Cambridge Arc set for 23% rental growth as tech hub plans progress

Labour’s plan to transform the Oxford-Cambridge Arc into “Europe’s Silicon Valley” is set to send rental prices soaring, with new analysis predicting increases of up...

Property lawyers reject digital property plans, warn of deeper market issues

Property lawyers reject digital property plans, warn of deeper market issues

The UK government’s latest push to digitalise property transactions to accelerate the homebuying process has been met with firm opposition from property lawyers, who argue...

Landlords see drop in mortgage arrears as market stabilises

Landlords see drop in mortgage arrears as market stabilises

UK Finance has released its latest mortgage arrears and possession figures for the final quarter of 2024, revealing a decline in arrears among both homeowners...

End of rent control threat may boost buy-to-let investment

End of rent control threat may boost buy-to-let investment

The impending end of rent control legislation in Scotland is being welcomed by industry experts, with hopes that it could encourage new investment in the...

February and March prove best months for home sales, boosting landlord confidence

February and March prove best months for home sales, boosting landlord confidence

New analysis from Rightmove has revealed that February and March are the prime months to list a property for sale, offering landlords and investors an...
















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