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Landlords see drop in mortgage arrears as market stabilises
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…
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Buy-to-let investors enjoy strongest returns in London and the North East
New research has revealed that landlords investing in buy-to-let properties have seen the highest returns in London and the North East over the last five…
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Stamp duty hike fails to deter buy-to-let investors as demand remains strong
The UK government’s latest attempt to slow down the buy-to-let market by increasing stamp duty on additional properties has had little impact, with investors continuing…
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Savills unveils exclusive investor hub for buy-to-let investment opportunities
Leading property advisor Savills has launched a Residential Investor Hub, a private platform offering exclusive buy-to-let (BTL) investment opportunities. The free-to-join service is designed to…
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Landlords pause property purchases over tax concerns ahead of Budget
New research reveals that 77% of buy-to-let (BTL) landlords are holding back on property purchases due to concerns over potential tax increases. With today’s Budget…
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Limited company landlords face personal risks despite tax benefits
As more buy-to-let landlords switch to limited company structures for tax savings, industry experts warn that personal assets, including homes and savings, may still be…
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Buy-to-let landlords show renewed optimism despite challenges ahead
A new survey of UK buy-to-let landlords has revealed growing optimism about the future performance of their property investments, with 60% of landlords confident about…
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The Mortgage Works cuts buy-to-let rates to boost market access for landlords
The Mortgage Works, one of the UK’s leading buy-to-let lenders, has announced a reduction in rates for new customers across selected buy-to-let products. Starting from…
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Mortgage rates drop to their lowest levels in two years
The recent base rate reduction by the Bank of England has led to a significant decrease in mortgage rates, with many lenders now offering the…
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Landlord earnings fall sharply as rental market struggles
Landlords with an average buy-to-let mortgage are seeing their annual earnings drop by over £4,000 per property compared to 2020, primarily due to rising interest…
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Call for tax reform to boost rental housing supply
Propertymark is urging the next government to reconsider the tax rules for landlords to incentivise new investment in the buy-to-let sector, as the number of…
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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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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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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…
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Stamp Duty Surcharge Slows Buy-to-Let Investments in Southern England
Recent data from Paragon Bank reveals a significant decline in buy-to-let investments in Southern England, attributed to the impact of the Stamp Duty surcharge introduced…
