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Landlords face 18-year slog to meet energy standards
The rental property sector is grappling with a monumental task as it races to meet government-mandated energy efficiency standards. A recent analysis by Hamptons suggests…
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Rightmove reveals half of UK homes need EPC upgrades
New research from property portal Rightmove highlights the immense and costly task facing the next government in upgrading the UK’s housing stock. Over half of…
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Tenant demand for sustainable properties soars
Annual investment in sustainability has risen by 20% year-on-year as nearly 100% of property investors report increased tenant requests for eco-friendly features. According to Handelsbanken’s…
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Experts call for overhaul of outdated EPCs to boost energy efficiency
Elmhurst Energy, a leading training and accreditation provider for energy efficiency professionals, is urging the government to reform Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) to better support…
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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….
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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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Landlords Encouraged to Utilise AI for Energy Efficiency
Landlords across the South West are being prompted to adopt cutting-edge technology that leverages artificial intelligence to detect and address energy inefficiencies within their properties….
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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…
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British Gas Study Highlights Urgent Need for Energy Efficiency Improvements in UK’s Private Rental Sector
A recent study by British Gas has shed light on the pressing need for energy efficiency improvements in the UK’s private rental sector. According to…
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Government Revises Green Initiatives: A Welcome Relief for Landlords
In a significant policy shift, the Government has revealed changes to its eco-friendly initiatives. Key modifications include: Discontinuing policies that mandate landlords to enhance the…
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Michael Gove Urges Government to Ease Energy Efficiency Plans for Rented Housing
In an interview with the Sunday Telegraph following the Uxbridge by-election, Michael Gove, the Housing Secretary, has called for a revision of the planned energy…
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Energy Efficient Homes Hold Value Despite UK Housing Market Slump: RICS Survey
The UK housing market faced a setback in June 2023, with an eight-month low in new buyer enquiries hinting at a reemergence of issues plaguing…
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Landlords’ Looming Deadline: Mastering Energy Efficiency as EPC Regulations Tighten in the UK
UK landlords are grappling with a multitude of challenges as the clock ticks down to the 2028 Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) deadline. Property owners…
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Landlords are making significant adjustments
New research from relationship bank Handelsbanken, finds that landlords are making significant adjustments to their portfolios to cater for the fast-changing macroeconomic environment. Research shows…
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Energy efficiency burden weighs heavily on landlords
More than half of landlords have made energy efficiency improvements to their properties in the last six months, specialist financial services company Shawbrook has reported….
