Property News Archives - Page 7 of 92

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Illegal short-term lets surge in London as government considers mandatory registration scheme

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th May 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Illegal short-term lets are on the rise in London, as the government hints at giving more powers to local authorities...

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Starmer’s Migrant Housing Scheme pushes landlords to jump on a profit-making opportunity

Author: David Coughlin - Landlord Sales Agency

2nd May 2025, 1 year ago | 0

It’s hard not to laugh at the current governmental interference when it comes to landlords and our properties. First, they...

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Landlords must work with councils to tackle housing crisis – claim

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

2nd May 2025, 1 year ago | 12

A property management boss claims the heart of the housing crisis lies with landlords refusing to work with councils. John...

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Rents rocket as demand soars along Elizabeth Line

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

1st May 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Since the Elizabeth line opened in 2022, rents have surged in many of the areas it serves as improved transport...

Homelessness crisis set to soar as Shelter calls for 90,000 social homes a year

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

1st May 2025, 1 year ago | 15

A Shelter analysis claims the housing emergency will leave more than 206,000 children homeless by 2029. The housing charity says...

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Rents keep rising but salaries stay ahead, claims Goodlord

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

1st May 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Rents continue to rise, but year-on-year salary increases continue to outstrip the rising cost of rent, says Goodlord. The technology...

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Angela Rayner resignation rumours emerge over Labour’s 1.5 million homes pledge

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

30th April 2025, 1 year ago | 8

Angela Rayner, the deputy Prime Minister and Housing Secretary, reportedly “threatened to resign” over Labour’s flagship pledge to build 1.5...

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Lack of investor confidence due to rent controls hurting Scotland’s Build-to-Rent claims industry body

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

29th April 2025, 1 year ago | 1

Rent controls are to blame for the plummet in build-to-rent construction (BtR), claims industry body. According to an analysis by...

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Insurers rejecting storm and flood claims as landlords face flood insurance challenges

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th April 2025, 1 year ago | 3

A new report by consumer group Which? reveals insurers are rejecting weather-related claims such as storms and floods – and...

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Shelter announces new CEO who aims to deliver change

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th April 2025, 1 year ago | 13

Housing charity Shelter has unveiled its new CEO, after Polly Neate stood down from the role after seven years. Sarah...

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Landlords: How To Build A ‘Bullet Proof’ Portfolio Before The Renters’ Right Bill Is Passed Into Law

Author: David Coughlin - Landlord Sales Agency

25th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Landlords, with the proposed Renters’ Rights Bill potentially coming into effect this year and minimum proposed EPC C targets just...

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Majority of temporary accommodation in Wales could be cut with the right reforms says charity

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

25th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

A homeless charity claims 83% of temporary accommodation in Wales could be cut with the right policy reform. A report...

Paul Shamplina launches Talkin’ Property for straight-talking landlord advice

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

24th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

A new no-nonsense property channel offering advice for landlords and tenants has launched. Paul Shamplina, founder of Landlord Action, has...

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Labour considers EPC C exemptions for listed buildings

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

23rd April 2025, 1 year ago | 6

The Labour government could relax energy-efficiency rules and allow listed buildings to be exempt from EPC C targets, claim The...

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Shelter demands action as social housing waiting lists hit 100 years in London

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

22nd April 2025, 1 year ago | 19

Families could face a 100-year wait for social housing in London, new research warns. Data from the National Housing Federation...

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Landlords are being forced out of the market warns industry body

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th April 2025, 1 year ago | 2

Pressure on landlords continues to force them out of the private rented sector as tenant demand continues to jump, says...

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Room rents fall in big cities as commuter towns see surge in demand

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Room rents drop in London and Birmingham as renters move to commuter hotspots, according to new data. Flat-sharing website SpareRoom...

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House prices rise for third consecutive month as data suggests a steady decline in negativity

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

The housing market could be heading for a summer boost, as house prices record a third consecutive month of growth,...