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Propertymark urges renters reform regulation

Propertymark urges renters reform regulation

As the Renters Reform Bill progresses through the House of Lords, Propertymark has called for the inclusion of specific measures to regulate property agents and...

Isles of Scilly identified as having the least energy-efficient homes in England

Isles of Scilly identified as having the least energy-efficient homes in England

Recent findings reveal the areas in England with the lowest energy efficiency ratings, with the Isles of Scilly identified as having the least energy-efficient homes....

Potential impact of FHL abolition on England and Wales’ holiday home hotspots

Potential impact of FHL abolition on England and Wales’ holiday home hotspots

A recent study reveals the potential impact on popular holiday home regions in England and Wales following the government’s decision to abolish the furnished holiday...

Leasehold reform could cost UK government £30 billion in compensation

Leasehold reform could cost UK government £30 billion in compensation

Residential property investors have recently expressed concerns over the potential financial impact of the Government’s leasehold reform proposals. According to a letter from the Residential...

Landlord sales prompt tenant turnover in rental market

Landlord sales prompt tenant turnover in rental market

In a revealing survey by PayProp, a striking 50% of tenants who moved out of their homes last year were compelled to do so because...

Propertymark Advocates for Stricter Regulation in Property Transactions

Propertymark Advocates for Stricter Regulation in Property Transactions

In a recent parliamentary committee meeting, Propertymark highlighted the need for more stringent regulations to improve the fairness and efficiency of the home buying and...

Potential Loophole Identified in Proposed Scrapping of Section 21 Evictions

Potential Loophole Identified in Proposed Scrapping of Section 21 Evictions

Experts have highlighted a potential loophole in the Renters (Reform) Bill that could lead to a patchwork enforcement of Section 21 eviction notices, depending on...

Half of UK Renters Lack Contents Insurance

Half of UK Renters Lack Contents Insurance

Recent findings from Compare the Market highlight a notable disparity in contents insurance coverage, with half of UK renters lacking a policy compared to only...

Rising House Prices Drive Demand for Ultra-long Mortgages

Rising House Prices Drive Demand for Ultra-long Mortgages

Recent data from Eligible reveals a significant increase in the proportion of home loans extending into retirement, highlighting the impact of soaring house prices on...

House Price Reductions Hit 18-Month Low as Sales Increase

House Price Reductions Hit 18-Month Low as Sales Increase

Hamptons’ latest market data reveals a significant decline in house price reductions and an uptick in sales across Great Britain, highlighting a shifting property market...

Buy-to-Let Mortgage Arrears Hold Steady Despite Economic Pressures

Buy-to-Let Mortgage Arrears Hold Steady Despite Economic Pressures

UK Finance’s latest arrears and possessions data for Q1 2024 reveals a mixed landscape for mortgages, with a notable focus on the buy-to-let sector maintaining...

Bank of England Holds Interest Rates Steady at 5.25%

Bank of England Holds Interest Rates Steady at 5.25%

The Bank of England, under the leadership of Governor Andrew Bailey, has once again opted to maintain the base interest rate at 5.25%, a 16-year...

Buyer Demand Cools as Property Listings Rise in April

Buyer Demand Cools as Property Listings Rise in April

The latest RICS UK Residential Survey for April 2024 indicates a cooling in buyer demand, despite an increase in property listings, suggesting a complex market...

NRLA Sets New Dates for 2024 ‘Wales On Tour’ Events

NRLA Sets New Dates for 2024 ‘Wales On Tour’ Events

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has unveiled the schedule for its 2024 ‘Wales On Tour’ events, following the success of last year’s series. These...

London’s Rental Landscape Transforms as Outer Boroughs Gain Popularity

London’s Rental Landscape Transforms as Outer Boroughs Gain Popularity

Recent data from SpareRoom, a leading UK flatshare website, illustrates a significant shift in rental patterns within London, with burgeoning interest in areas further from...

House Prices Experience Modest Growth Despite Economic Pressures and Regional Disparities

House Prices Experience Modest Growth Despite Economic Pressures and Regional Disparities

The latest release of the Halifax House Price Index reveals a modest uptick in UK house prices, marking a 0.1% increase in April following a...

London Rental Market Sees Shift as Tenant Resistance Grows

London Rental Market Sees Shift as Tenant Resistance Grows

The dynamics of the rental market in prime London postcodes are shifting, with tenants increasingly resistant to high rent hikes, influenced by growing property availability...

UK Student Accommodation Investments Reach £750 Million in Q1 2024

UK Student Accommodation Investments Reach £750 Million in Q1 2024

Knight Frank’s latest update on the UK student housing market indicates a robust start to 2024, with investment volumes reaching nearly £750 million, demonstrating continued...

Government to Implement Furnished Holiday Let Tax Changes Despite Concerns

Government to Implement Furnished Holiday Let Tax Changes Despite Concerns

The UK government is set to introduce significant changes to the tax treatment of furnished holiday lets (FHL) from April 2025, despite objections from MPs...

Landlord Rental Yields Reach Six-Year High

Landlord Rental Yields Reach Six-Year High

Recent research indicates a significant rise in rental yields across the UK, reaching levels not seen since 2018, as landlords in the North East and...
















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