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Falling swap rates hint at drop in mortgage costs
As mortgage rates are predicted to fall, home buyers might soon find it easier to secure affordable loans. Specialist property lending experts at Octane Capital…
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Citizens Advice criticises property industry over mouldy and unsafe homes
Citizens Advice has called on the Government to address declining living standards for renters, placing the blame squarely on landlords for the prevalent issues. Support…
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Landlords Face Hefty Repair Bills: Costly Fixes Revealed
Recent research highlights the financial challenges landlords face with repair and maintenance costs reaching over £34,000 during the lifespan of a buy-to-let property. The findings…
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Renters’ Rights Bill set to reshape UK rental market
In the recent King’s Speech, the UK Government unveiled plans to introduce a new Renters’ Rights Bill. If passed, this legislation will bring significant changes…
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Shrinking buy-to-let market challenges UK landlords
The buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage market in the UK has seen a significant contraction, with the volume of lending for BTL house purchases more than halving…
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Paragon bank unveils limited edition five-year buy-to-let mortgage products
Paragon Bank has introduced four new limited edition five-year fixed-rate buy-to-let mortgages, providing a fresh range of options for landlords across England, Scotland, and Wales….
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House prices in high rental demand areas command premiums of up to 34%
The latest market insight from London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, indicates a substantial house price premium for properties in high rental demand…
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Proposed tax changes could deter investment in Welsh rental market
The Welsh government’s plans to alter tax reliefs have sparked concern among property investors, who warn that such changes could reduce the availability of student…
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Private landlords achieve high satisfaction ratings among UK renters
Recent findings from the government’s English Housing Survey for 2022/23 indicate that 82% of private renters express satisfaction with their accommodations, surpassing the 74% satisfaction…
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Landlords see more buy-to-let mortgage options
Recent data reveals a significant uptick in the number of mortgage products available, bringing optimism to various buyer segments within the UK property market. As…
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Landlord Exodus: Former rental homes flood UK property market
A significant proportion of properties for sale in June were previously rental homes, according to new research by TwentyEA. Substantial Increase in Former Rentals for…
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Calls for clarity on Section 21 eviction reforms
Propertymark urges the UK Government to clarify its plans for abolishing Section 21 no-fault evictions to prevent overwhelming the court system in England and Wales….
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New Renters’ Rights Bill and planning reforms unveiled in King’s Speech
The King’s Speech, delivered at the opening of Parliament, has introduced 35 new bills, including significant reforms that will impact landlords and letting agents. Major…
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Younger landlord investors drive market growth
The average age of landlords purchasing new buy-to-let properties has decreased significantly over the past decade, with an increasing number of thirty-somethings entering the market….
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UK house prices continue upward trend
The latest UK House Price Index for May 2024 reveals a steady increase in property prices despite the general election. Data shows a 1.2% rise…
