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Stamp Duty changes: What landlords need to know before the deadline
Landlords are urged to act swiftly as significant changes to Stamp Duty come into effect from April 1. The zero-rate threshold for standard residential purchases…
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Landlords face growing financial risk as rent arrears hit record levels
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…
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Aldermore reintroduces 95% mortgages and cuts rates, boosting opportunities for landlords and first-time buyers
Specialist lender Aldermore has announced a series of significant changes to its mortgage range, reducing rates and reintroducing 95% loan-to-value (LTV) mortgages. These updates are…
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Landlords brace for inflation challenges but remain optimistic about rate cuts
UK inflation is expected to climb slightly when figures are released next week, driven by increased costs at petrol stations and rising food prices. Despite…
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Property price cuts reach record levels in 2024
New data from analytics firm TwentyEA has revealed that nearly one million property price reductions were recorded in 2024, marking the highest figure on record….
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Landlords brace for early 2025 housing market fluctuations
Buy-to-let investors are being warned to prepare for a bumpy start to 2025 as impending changes to stamp duty are expected to create a flurry…
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Councils to roll out licensing schemes without Whitehall oversight
Landlords are bracing for a potential wave of selective licensing schemes after the Government announced that councils will no longer need Whitehall approval for their…
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National Park rules threaten landlords with tighter restrictions
Efforts to limit holiday lets and second homes in the Yorkshire Dales National Park are drawing mixed reactions, with landlords voicing concerns over potential impacts…
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Landlords losing faith in Labour as property policies disappoint
A new survey has revealed that four out of five landlords who voted for Labour in the last general election now regret their decision. The…
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HMRC urges landlords to embrace Making Tax Digital ahead of 2026 changes
The countdown is on for landlords to adapt to the UK government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) scheme, with HMRC ramping up its campaign to encourage…
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Romford landlords left out of pocket after letting agency closure
Landlords in Romford have been left reeling following the sudden closure of the Northwood letting agency branch on Victoria Road. The closure has reportedly caused…
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Just 7% of rental properties welcome pets – are landlords missing a trick?
Despite the UK’s love for pets, only 7% of rental properties across major cities are listed as pet-friendly, according to a new analysis by Inventory…
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Scottish Government recognises landlords as working professionals, Housing Minister confirms
Scottish Housing Minister Paul McLennan has publicly affirmed that landlords in Scotland should be recognised as “working people” with a legitimate “right to make a…
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Rental yields on the rise as landlords benefit from strong demand
Landlords have seen a continued rise in rental yields, driven by stabilised house prices and growing rental demand, according to data from buy-to-let mortgage specialist…
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Landlord licensing fees defended by council as critics warn of shrinking rental supply
North Devon Council is considering introducing a selective licensing scheme for landlords, proposing fees of £750 to £900 for a five-year permit. The council’s aim…
