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Rental arrears disputes hit highest level in five years
Disputes over rent arrears now account for more than one in five cases in the UK rental market, according to new research by leading lettings…
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Landlords leaving rental market linked to rising homelessness, warns council
Ashford Borough Council has issued a stark warning that landlords selling up is directly contributing to a rise in homelessness. The council’s data shows that…
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House prices hold firm as UK market defies uncertainty
The UK property market remains strong as new data from Halifax reveals that house prices have risen by 2.9% over the past year, defying economic…
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Oxford tops list of cities where landlords face the most deposit challenges
New research has revealed the UK cities where landlords encounter the greatest difficulties with tenancy deposits, with Oxford ranking as the most problematic location. A…
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Stamp Duty changes: What landlords need to know before the deadline
Landlords are urged to act swiftly as significant changes to Stamp Duty come into effect from April 1. The zero-rate threshold for standard residential purchases…
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Mortgage lender expands buy-to-let options with new 80% LTV and rate cuts
The Mortgage Lender (TML) has unveiled a series of changes designed to enhance options for buy-to-let (BTL) investors, including the introduction of an 80% loan-to-value…
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Rental market tightens as demand pushes prices higher
The rental market in England continues to see steady growth, with February figures revealing a 4% year-on-year increase in rental prices. According to the latest…
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House prices climb again as market stays resilient
The UK property market continued its steady growth in February, with house prices rising 3.9% year-on-year, according to the latest figures from Nationwide. This marks…
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Lords propose landlord-friendly changes to Renters’ Rights Bill
Yesterday, the House of Lords tabled a series of proposed amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill, marking a significant shift towards landlord-friendly policies. The revisions,…
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Labour must embrace Permitted Development Rights to hit housing targets
New research from Excellion Capital highlights a prime opportunity for landlords and property investors to convert commercial buildings into homes without the usual planning permission…
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Mortgage approvals expected to rise as landlords eye stronger market
The UK mortgage market is set for a significant boost in 2025, with approvals projected to increase by 13.4%, according to research by award-winning mortgage…
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Higher buy-to-let tax hike triggers backlash from landlords
The Scottish Government has approved its 2025-26 Budget, earmarking over £15 billion for local councils and ramping up investment in affordable housing. However, the decision…
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Labour MP steps down as councillor following landlord controversy
Labour MP Jas Athwal has resigned from his role as a councillor in Redbridge, north-east London, sparking speculation over the timing of his departure. His…
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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…
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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….
