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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…
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London Reports Lowest Availability of Pre-Tenanted Buy-to-Let Properties
Recent findings by Benham and Reeves highlight a notable trend in the London property market — pre-tenanted buy-to-let investment opportunities are remarkably scarce. With only…
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Professional Buy-to-Let Investors Downsize Portfolios
Recent analysis indicates that professional buy-to-let investors are decreasing the size of their property portfolios, with significant reductions noted particularly in Yorkshire and the Humber….
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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…
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HMOs Gain Popularity Among UK Landlords
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…
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Top 10 Landlord Investment Hotspots for 2023
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,…
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Landlords Show Growing Interest in Energy Efficiency, Despite Government Delays
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…
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Enhanced Buy-to-Let and Residential Finance Options Unveiled by Precise and Kent Reliance
In a strategic move to bolster their financial offerings, Precise and Kent Reliance, both entities under the OSB Group, have announced significant updates to their…
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Buy-to-Let Mortgage Rates Hit Two-Year Low
In a significant development for the buy-to-let sector, fixed mortgage rates have descended to their lowest level since September 2022, as reported by Moneyfactscompare.co.uk. This…
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Call for Tax Incentives to Spur Green Upgrades in Buy-to-let Properties
In a call for action, Heather Powell of Blick Rothenberg has urged the government to introduce tax incentives for buy-to-let landlords dedicated to enhancing the…
