Sharp Decline in Buy-to-Let Mortgages
Recent analysis of Financial Conduct Authority data by Bird & Co reveals a significant drop in buy-to-let mortgages and a rise in remortgaging as property...
Recent analysis of Financial Conduct Authority data by Bird & Co reveals a significant drop in buy-to-let mortgages and a rise in remortgaging as property...
A new study has highlighted significant challenges for landlords and aspiring homeowners alike, as escalating house prices in England continue to outpace income growth, making...
The latest data from deposit alternative provider, Reposit, indicates a significant rise in rent arrears, highlighting the increasing financial strain on tenants and landlords alike....
A new report from Hamptons reveals that the average annual energy costs for tenants have surged to the equivalent of an extra month’s rent each...
Foxtons, a leading London estate agent brand, has announced a groundbreaking development in property transactions by fully digitising home selling process through a strategic partnership...
Despite concerns surrounding the imminent Renters (Reform) Bill, a majority of landlords are choosing to adopt a ‘wait and see’ approach rather than making hasty...
The UK rental market is witnessing a notable trend as landlords increasingly opt for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) to enhance their investment portfolios. According...
The latest findings from the RICS UK Residential Survey of March 2024 forecast an optimistic future for the UK’s housing market, highlighting sustained improvements in...
Recent insights from SpareRoom, indicate a significant upswing in rental costs across the UK, with an average increase of 9% in the first quarter of...
The Social Market Foundation, a cross-party think tank, has released a compelling paper urging the UK to take cues from Canada and Scandinavian countries to...
Recent times have seen a notable increase in media coverage focusing on disputes between landlords and tenants, particularly highlighting issues such as damp and mould....
New analysis reveals a shocking 140% surge in tenancy fraud, casting a spotlight on the growing challenge of deceit in the rental market. With over...
Paragon Bank’s latest analysis casts a spotlight on the prime locations for buy-to-let investments, particularly for portfolio landlords holding four or more properties. The study,...
Propertymark has stepped forward with recommendations urging the UK Government to diversify its approach to increasing the nation’s housing supply, particularly for potential homeowners. Amid...
Halifax has published its house price index for March, which witnessed a 1% drop in average house prices, following a sustained five-month period of increases....
Ordnance Survey (OS) has introduced a suite of new data enhancements to its OS National Geographic Database (NGD) Buildings data, marking a significant advancement in...
Landlords looking to repossess properties through legal action are set to encounter a significant increase in court fees, as newly confirmed by the Ministry of...
Recent research conducted by The Mortgage Lender (TML) has unveiled that energy efficiency is increasingly becoming a key factor for landlords when considering new investments...
Recent research from the Social Market Foundation (SMF) think tank has revealed that enhanced protections for renters, including the prohibition of ‘no fault’ evictions, are...
A new investigative report spearheaded by industry expert Kate Faulkner and compliance platform Yuno has cast a spotlight on the efficacy and equity of property...
Landlords across the UK are being left increasingly vulnerable to financial losses as tenant arrears reach unprecedented levels, new data has revealed. The rising shortfall…
The UK’s private rental sector is under growing pressure as tenant demand remains exceptionally high while landlords continue to exit the market, leading to concerns…
Aldermore has unveiled a new range of limited-edition buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage products, giving landlords competitive two-year fixed-rate deals. The lender continues to expand its offerings…
The property market in the UK continues to see significant growth, with rising rents and house prices strengthening the case for landlords. Private rents have…
A London landlord has been fined £37,000 after being found guilty of multiple property management and licensing offences. The case highlights the importance of responsible…
Rent and mortgage spending in the UK grew by 2.0 per cent year-on-year in January, according to the latest Barclays Property Insights report. Despite ongoing…
The Mayor of London is being urged to collaborate with the government to ensure that Green Belt land is not sacrificed to meet ambitious housing…
New data from the Ministry of Justice has revealed a rise in no-fault evictions, with 32,287 accelerated possession claims issued in 2024-an increase of 7%…
New research from Knight Frank has revealed that investment in the UK’s purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) sector reached £3.87bn in 2024, reflecting a 14% year-on-year…
The government’s proposed Decent Homes Standard is set to come into effect by 2030, with stricter regulations potentially requiring rental properties to achieve a minimum…
Labour’s plan to transform the Oxford-Cambridge Arc into “Europe’s Silicon Valley” is set to send rental prices soaring, with new analysis predicting increases of up…
The UK government’s latest push to digitalise property transactions to accelerate the homebuying process has been met with firm opposition from property lawyers, who argue…
UK Finance has released its latest mortgage arrears and possession figures for the final quarter of 2024, revealing a decline in arrears among both homeowners…
The impending end of rent control legislation in Scotland is being welcomed by industry experts, with hopes that it could encourage new investment in the…
New analysis from Rightmove has revealed that February and March are the prime months to list a property for sale, offering landlords and investors an…