Property News Archives - Page 18 of 91

Council leader speaking on housing reform in front of stained-glass backdrop

Council calls for ban on no-fault evictions amid housing crisis

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

20th September 2024, 2 years ago | 25

A council warns more people could be pushed into temporary accommodation without urgent action from the government. Colchester City Council...

Students relaxing and studying in a shared rental home, highlighting concerns around rent insurance and rising student rents.

Renters’ Rights Bill could drive up student rents

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

20th September 2024, 2 years ago | 8

Student landlords face chaos under Labour as many could be forced to take out rental insurance to cover the cost...

Sold home beside rising market trend graphic illustrating post-Budget property activity

October budget could boost property market – GetAgent

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

20th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

The Autumn budget could bring a boost to the property market, according to one estate agent. According to estate agent...

Dollhouse exhibit illustrating cramped and unsafe conditions faced by children in temporary accommodation

IKEA and Shelter unveil Dollhouse highlighting realities of temporary accommodation

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

20th September 2024, 2 years ago | 8

IKEA and Shelter have teamed up to reveal a children’s dollhouse designed to illustrate the realities faced by children living...

Racing cars illustrating rent prices accelerating faster than wage growth

Generation Rent blames landlords for soaring rent prices outpacing wages

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 43

Generation Rent claims “landlords are snatching away more of renters wages” as rent prices continue to outpace wages. According to...

Smiling man standing in a bright hallway related to rising rental market demand

Rents skyrocket outside London as demand shifts to affordable regions

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Rents outside of London are skyrocketing as demand soars in regions that have traditionally been more affordable, says agency. The...

St Albans skyline with property market graphics highlighting rising rental costs

Rental price divide laid bare as costs surge

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 1

As university students prepare to start the next academic year, some students will have to spend a record amount on...

Handshake over property sale documents with keys as a local authority finalises the purchase of a tenanted home

Local Authorities Buying Tenanted Rental Properties from Private Landlords: A Growing Trend in the UK

Author: Mark Alexander

19th September 2024, 2 years ago | 19

As more private landlords decide to exit the rental market, local authorities across the UK are stepping in with initiatives...

Property expert discussing landlord exodus myth and fire safety risks in rental properties

Property expert reveals the truth behind landlord exodus and top tips for preventing e-bike fires

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th September 2024, 2 years ago | 8

Is the supposed landlord exodus just a myth? In an exclusive interview with Property118, property expert Julie Ford says the...

Damp and mould on interior wall with warning sign highlighting housing hazard

Letting agents blame tenants for damp and mould in rental homes

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th September 2024, 2 years ago | 10

Damp and mould in rental properties is usually caused by tenants, say letting agents. A survey by the Property Ombudsman...

Hand completing a property inventory checklist on a clipboard to support accurate rental inspections

Landlords urged to prioritise inventories to avoid costly disputes

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th September 2024, 2 years ago | 4

Landlords and letting agents are being urged to carry out property inspections to avoid problems with damage or deposit disputes....

House and percentage symbol balanced on wooden seesaw representing mortgage rates.

BTL lenders slash rates as mortgage market heats up

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

BTL lenders have announced rate cuts as the market shows signs of improvement. Aldermore and CHL mortgages are among a...

CCTV warning sign with anti-social behaviour symbol crossed out to highlight calls for stronger PRS support

Industry body calls for more support to tackle anti-social behaviour in PRS

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

A leading industry body is demanding that the Scottish government offer more support to landlords dealing with anti-social behaviour. Propertymark...

Man holding a “Renters Rights Bill” document against an aerial view backdrop, highlighting concerns over loopholes in the legislation

Revealed: Renters’ Rights Bill’s Hidden Loopholes

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

17th September 2024, 2 years ago | 6

Unlock the secrets of the property market with our latest video: Dive into the the intricate world of property investment,...

Property expert warns landlords rushing Section 21 evictions before ban

Landlords face tougher eviction rules and long wait times

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

17th September 2024, 2 years ago | 21

A property expert warns of “bad news for landlords” as Labour reforms could see tenants who don’t pay rent stay...

Fraud checks on passports and documents displayed on a computer screen during tenant screening

London rental market faces surge in fraud

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

17th September 2024, 2 years ago | 1

The London rental market has become a hub of fraudulent activity, according to one estate agent. Benham and Reeves report...

Scottish flag above colourful raised hands and a house symbol highlighting Scotland’s housing emergency

12th Scottish council declares a housing emergency

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

17th September 2024, 2 years ago | 6

Another Scottish council has declared a ‘housing emergency’ making it the 12th local authority in Scotland to declare a housing...

Keys being handed over beside a model house and insurance symbols representing tenant rehousing responsibilities

Landlord’s obligation to re-house tenants

Author: Julie Ford

16th September 2024, 2 years ago | 9

A common question I get asked after a disaster like a fire or flood is whether a landlord is obligated...