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Post-election optimism boosts housing market recovery amidst challenges

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

11th July 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Despite a sluggish housing market, a post-election bounce could boost optimism as a new government brings fresh hope for recovery....

The benefits of buildings insurance for landlords

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

10th July 2024, 2 years ago | 0

When shopping around for landlord insurance, it’s important to take a look at buildings insurance. Buildings insurance shields your property...

SDLT 3% Surcharge Impacting Rental Supply in High-Value Areas

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

9th July 2024, 2 years ago | 1

Welcome to another episode of Property Breaking News! In today’s video, Ranjan Bhattacharya and Andrew Roberts dive into the significant...

Kemi Badenoch leads Conservative shadow cabinet as new Housing Secretary

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th July 2024, 2 years ago | 0

The Conservative party has announced its new shadow cabinet, appointing Kemi Bandenoch as the housing secretary. She replaces Michael Gove,...

Chancellor outlines Labour’s housing vision and hints at no-fault eviction ban

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th July 2024, 2 years ago | 6

The Chancellor has unveiled mandatory housebuilding targets and hinted at Labour’s upcoming plans for the private rented sector. In her...

Starmergeddon: Election Twists and Economic Trends

Author: Adam Lawrence

8th July 2024, 2 years ago | 0

“I hope you realise that every day is a fresh start for you. Every sunrise is a new chapter in...

Prospective tenants struggle as reference failures rise amid Labour government concerns

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th July 2024, 2 years ago | 2

Propertymark members report many prospective tenants are failing reference checks as many are worried about a Labour government.   The...

Starmer promises ‘change’ but no mention of the PRS

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th July 2024, 2 years ago | 4

In his first speech as Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer said his work begins ‘immediately’. Standing in Downing Street, he...

Labour Win Landslide! So How Can Property Investors Profit from Change in Government?

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

5th July 2024, 2 years ago | 4

In this timely video, we explore the implications of the Conservative Party’s exit from power and how property investors can...

Halifax House Price Index flat but still up 1.6% on the year

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th July 2024, 2 years ago | 0

The Latest Halifax House Price Index for June seems to have flatlined with a small 0.2% decrease on the month,...

How Will Leasehold Reform Affect Buy-to-Let Property Investing?

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

4th July 2024, 2 years ago | 3

Welcome to Property Answers! In this episode, join Liana, John, and Ranjan as they go in-depth with expert analysis on...

Most landlords manage properties themselves despite higher costs

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

4th July 2024, 2 years ago | 5

More than half of landlords say they manage their portfolios themselves, treating it as a full-time job. Surprisingly, those who...

Landlords struggle with low tenant demand in some areas

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

4th July 2024, 2 years ago | 1

Low tenant demand is causing problems for letting agents and landlords in some parts of the UK, according to new...

Sadiq Khan blames government failures for rising homelessness

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

4th July 2024, 2 years ago | 28

Temporary accommodation and homelessness spending by councils has soared to £1bn in the last eight years. According to figures by...

How to challenge unreasonable leasehold charges?

Author: Readers Question

4th July 2024, 2 years ago | 10

Hi there, bit of a steer if I may on my leasehold flat. Out of the blue our Freeholder appointed...

Letting agents urged to lobby new MPs after the election

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

3rd July 2024, 2 years ago | 2

Letting agents are being urged to lobby new MPs to help shape future housing policy – irrespective of which party...

Bank of England stress test reveals massive financial vulnerabilities

Author: Adam Lawrence

3rd July 2024, 2 years ago | 6

This week I also analyse key reports from the Bank of England and Zoopla. Bank of England Stress Test: Supply...

General election split as landlords remain undecided and tenants lean towards Labour

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

3rd July 2024, 2 years ago | 4

With just a day to go until the general election, landlords are still undecided on who to vote for. A...