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Planning shake-up aims to fast-track small developments
The government is preparing to streamline the planning process for small and mid-sized housing schemes in England, in a move designed to help deliver Labour’s…
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Thousands of landlords risk hefty fines as vital safety deadline looms
Landlords across England are being urged to review their paperwork as thousands could face fines of up to £30,000 for missing electrical safety reports. According…
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Build-to-rent completions hit record high as investor confidence grows
Investment in the UK’s Build-to-Rent (BTR) sector has rocketed in the past year, with the first quarter of 2025 alone drawing in an estimated £832…
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HMO licence approvals dip nationwide
New data from land and planning intelligence platform Searchland shows a national drop in the number of new HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) licences granted…
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Rayner’s housing ambitions falter under treasury pressure
Angela Rayner’s hopes of spearheading a transformative housebuilding plan are hanging by a thread, as the Deputy Prime Minister battles for funds to deliver the…
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Westminster dramatically expands landlord licensing scheme
Westminster City Council has voted to dramatically expand its selective licensing scheme, forcing the majority of private landlords in the borough to obtain new property…
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Stamp duty deadline sparks record Spring sales, with ongoing momentum
Estate agents across England are facing an unexpectedly active property market following March’s stamp duty deadline, with new figures showing an 89% monthly rise in…
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Renewable energy hotspots, offering new opportunities for landlords
A sharp upswing in renewable energy generation is reshaping the UK’s property landscape—particularly for landlords. A new analysis by Uswitch of official government data reveals…
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Landlord tax hikes could backfire, experts warn
Landlords across the UK may be in the Chancellor’s crosshairs, with fresh reports suggesting Rachel Reeves is considering targeted tax increases on rental income to…
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Double growth for landlords as house prices and rents continue to rise
The average private rent in the UK rose to £1,335 in the 12 months to April 2025, up 7.4% year-on-year, according to provisional figures from…
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