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Propertymark calls for clear support on landlord decarbonisation targets

Propertymark calls for clear support on landlord decarbonisation targets

Propertymark, the leading trade body for property agents, is urging the UK Government to provide financial support and incentives to help landlords meet the new...

Scottish government promises changes to rent control plans as landlord concerns grow

Scottish government promises changes to rent control plans as landlord concerns grow

Scotland’s First Minister has indicated a shift in the government’s approach to rent controls, offering hope to landlord groups concerned about the impact of upcoming...

UK house prices near 2022 peak as interest rate cuts boost buyer confidence

UK house prices near 2022 peak as interest rate cuts boost buyer confidence

UK house prices continue to rise, edging closer to their June 2022 peak, following a modest interest rate cut. According to the latest data, house...

Rising demand for homeownership continues to drive house prices up

Rising demand for homeownership continues to drive house prices up

House prices are projected to rise again in September, as the persistent desire to own a home fuels market growth, according to property expert Jonathan...

Japanese knotweed and winter neglect could slash house prices

Japanese knotweed and winter neglect could slash house prices

As winter approaches, HaMuch, a platform that connects homeowners with skilled tradespeople, is warning landlords and homeowners about essential maintenance tasks that, if neglected, could...

Landlord wins crucial appeal in rent-to-rent legal battle

Landlord wins crucial appeal in rent-to-rent legal battle

Landlord Amlendu Kumar has emerged victorious in a significant legal appeal concerning rent-to-rent agreements and Rent Repayment Orders (RROs). The case, which involved Kumar’s property...

British Safety Council calls for urgent action following Grenfell Tower Inquiry report

British Safety Council calls for urgent action following Grenfell Tower Inquiry report

The British Safety Council has issued a strong response to the final report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, underscoring the critical need for safety to...

Property owners face rising inheritance tax as house prices increase

Property owners face rising inheritance tax as house prices increase

New research from Yopa, reveals that a significant number of homebuyers across the UK are now automatically liable for inheritance tax due to soaring property...

Lambeth Council Proposes Stricter HMO Regulations

Lambeth Council Proposes Stricter HMO Regulations

Lambeth, one of London’s largest boroughs, has launched a public consultation to consider tightening planning controls for smaller Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The proposed...

Upstix launches UK’s first instant cash offer for quick home sales

Upstix launches UK’s first instant cash offer for quick home sales

Upstix, a leading property buying company, has launched a groundbreaking “Instant Cash Offer” portal, enabling landlords and homeowners across the UK to receive an instant...

Rents remain above £1,400 in August as year-on-year increases hit 7%

Rents remain above £1,400 in August as year-on-year increases hit 7%

August saw the UK rental market continue to feel the pressure as average rents remained above £1,400 for the second consecutive month, according to the...

London’s prime boroughs lead the £42.7bn second home market in England and Wales

London’s prime boroughs lead the £42.7bn second home market in England and Wales

New research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, reveals that while Cornwall tops the list for the sheer number of second homes,...

Propertymark urges overhaul of property licensing ahead of Renters’ Rights Bill

Propertymark urges overhaul of property licensing ahead of Renters’ Rights Bill

Propertymark has called for a significant change in the approach to property licensing, following consultations over the summer by Enfield, Reading, Gateshead, and Wandsworth councils....

Property experts call government’s epc target “impossible”

Property experts call government’s epc target “impossible”

A recent survey of property professionals, including surveyors, landlords, investors, and developers, has overwhelmingly criticised the UK government’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) target as unachievable....

The Mortgage Lender lowers rates on buy-to-let and residential products

The Mortgage Lender lowers rates on buy-to-let and residential products

The Mortgage Lender (TML) has announced significant rate reductions across its Buy-to-Let (BTL) and Residential product ranges, making its offerings more accessible to property investors...

House prices drop in August but show resilience as buyers plan their return

House prices drop in August but show resilience as buyers plan their return

House prices in the UK dipped slightly by 0.2% in August, yet remain 2.4% higher than they were a year ago, according to the latest...

UK mortgage approvals rise, hinting at renewed confidence in the housing market

UK mortgage approvals rise, hinting at renewed confidence in the housing market

UK mortgage approvals in July saw a slight increase, with figures reaching 61,985-a 2.3% rise from June’s 60,611. This marks the second consecutive month of...

London rental market sees record surge in properties listed for sale

London rental market sees record surge in properties listed for sale

London’s property market is seeing a significant shift as the number of rental properties being listed for sale has reached its highest level in a...

Buyer demand rises, but sellers urged to stay realistic

Buyer demand rises, but sellers urged to stay realistic

Zoopla’s latest house price index reveals a cautious yet promising outlook for the UK property market, with buyer demand up 20% over the past year...

Tech revolution reshapes property market, but challenges remain

Tech revolution reshapes property market, but challenges remain

A recent survey by Moverly, a leading provider of Material Information and digital property packs, has revealed that a vast majority of UK property professionals...
















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