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UK rental growth hits 30-month low, but competition remains fierce
UK rental growth has slowed to its lowest level in 30 months, with Zoopla’s latest Rental Market Report showing a 6.6% increase in rents. Despite…
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Activists call for new Renters Reform Bill to tackle homelessness
Activists are urging the government to address homelessness and the high cost of temporary accommodation by introducing a new version of the Renters Reform Bill….
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Experts call for overhaul of outdated EPCs to boost energy efficiency
Elmhurst Energy, a leading training and accreditation provider for energy efficiency professionals, is urging the government to reform Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) to better support…
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Housing market sees major surge in activity as tenant demand rises
The housing market experienced a significant uptick in activity in April 2024, with increases in buyer registrations, new sales instructions, and sales agreed. Meanwhile, the…
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Paragon expands buy-to-let mortgage book with significant gains and advancements
Paragon Banking Group has announced a 4.5% growth in its buy-to-let mortgage book, driven by high customer retention and robust operational performance. The company revealed…
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UK landlords see profits despite government pressures
Recent research from Savills, published by The Times, suggests that the buy-to-let sector is no longer lucrative for landlords. However, Marc von Grundherr, Director of…
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Tenants now staying longer in rental homes, new research reveals
New research from Zero Deposit reveals that private tenants are now staying in their homes longer than they did a decade ago, reflecting the changing…
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Mayor slams government for abandoning Section 21 eviction ban
Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, has strongly criticised the government for failing to pass the Renters (Reform) Bill before the dissolution of Parliament ahead…
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UK property market shows resilience as mortgage approvals remain strong
The UK property market continues to demonstrate resilience, with mortgage approvals in April remaining steady at 61,140, a slight decrease from 61,263 in March, but…
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Rightmove urges stamp duty reform to boost UK housing market
Ahead of the general election in July, Rightmove is calling on the next government to prioritise stamp duty reform to stimulate the housing market. The…
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Spring revival for property market as house prices rise
In May, house prices saw a notable increase, rising by 0.4% in a month and now standing 1.3% higher than a year ago. The latest…
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Top-quality tech trumps price for workspace landlords
A new survey reveals that more than half of UK businesses would pay a premium for top-quality workspaces, shifting the focus away from price competition…
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Surge in properties for sale prompts caution for buy-to-let landlords
With the number of homes for sale at an eight-year high, buy-to-let landlords are being advised to prepare for personal guarantee demands from lenders. Zoopla’s…
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Record supply of homes for sale set to stabilise UK house prices
The UK’s property market is currently experiencing its highest supply of homes for sale in eight years, according to Zoopla. This surge in availability is…
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Changing rental trends drive balanced price growth for all property types
The latest research by Zero Deposit reveals that tenant demand is fostering strong rental growth across all property types, highlighting the need for a diverse…
