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Renters face rising costs and financial strain as bill payment failures increase
New data reveals that renters in the UK are spending a growing proportion of their income on rent, while the rate of direct debit payment…
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Renters Lose Over £700 Million in Deposits Due to Cleaning Deductions
UK renters are losing over £700 million annually due to avoidable cleaning-related deductions from their deposits, according to recent data from SpareRoom. SpareRoom, a leading…
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Half of UK Renters Lack Contents Insurance
Recent findings from Compare the Market highlight a notable disparity in contents insurance coverage, with half of UK renters lacking a policy compared to only…
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Spring Budget Urged to Provide Lifeline for Renters as Costs Spiral
As the Spring Budget draws near, housing experts are pressing Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to prioritise the needs of UK renters, amidst growing concerns over escalating…
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75% of UK Renters Want Landlords to Make Energy Saving Improvements
Recent insights from NatWest and S&P Global indicate a significant trend among UK renters: as they brace for escalating rental expenses, a staggering 75% are…
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Half of Private Renters Fail UK Government’s ‘Financial Resilience’ Test
Recent data reveals a concerning trend: nearly half of individuals who rent privately in the UK fail to meet the government’s ‘financial resilience’ criteria. This…
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Government Unveils Leasehold Reform Plans with Mixed Industry Feedback
In a notable statement to Parliament, King Charles announced the Government’s intention to progress with substantial reforms within the property sector, despite potential opposition from…
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Innovative Scheme Introduced to Transition Renters to Homeowners
A fresh rent-to-buy initiative, HomeNow, offers an enticing proposition to transition renters into homeowners. This innovative programme is meticulously crafted to facilitate a smoother transition…
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Rental Market Tightens as Scammers Exploit Eager Tenants
Renters are increasingly being targeted by fraudsters exploiting the tight property market, warns the National Association of Property Buyers. The association has identified a trend…
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Renters Widen Search Areas as Soaring Rental Values Test Affordability
Nicky Stevenson, managing director of Fine & Country, reports that the continuous annual rise in rental values, particularly during the bustling summer months, shows no…
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Skipton Launches Deposit-Free Mortgage for Renters, Sparking Debt Concerns
Skipton Building Society, the owner of Connells, is set to be the first lender to reintroduce 100% mortgages without requiring a guarantor, specifically targeting tenants….
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Sunak Eyes Help to Buy Resurrection for Struggling Renters
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is reportedly keen on reviving the Help to Buy scheme to aid financially burdened renters in securing a foothold on the…
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Shelter calls for National Landlord Register
Almost half of private rental tenants have been victims of illegal acts by their landlords or letting agents, the homeless charity Shelter has claimed. A…
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Private renters worried about post-pandemic housing
Nearly half of private renters say they are depressed and anxious about their post-pandemic housing situation. The finding came from the homeless charity Shelter. The concerns…
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It’s not just students who need help – NRLA
Further financial support for student renters ‘begs the question why student renters are being treated differently to all others’, said the National Residential Landlords Association…