A third of all homes for sale in Britain have an EPC rating below C, according to new research. A survey by epIMS, reveals more than 33% of all properties currently listed for sale have an EPC rating below a C, although this figure climbs as high as 46% in some major cities. The government […]

A London council is seeking public opinion – including from affected landlords – on a proposal to introduce a new property licensing scheme for private rented homes across 15 wards in the borough. The selective licensing scheme would cover all private rented properties, not just Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) which were already subject to […]

My short term lease expired with my letting agent and they refused to move out the tenant. After 3 months I contacted the local housing authority to have the rent paid directly to myself or the new letting agent I wanted to manage the property. The housing authority stopped the rent and it was an […]

Property investors can expect a brighter outlook for the market in the coming year – despite the looming uncertainty of the Autumn Budget. According to Octane Capital’s chief executive, Jonathan Samuels, lower mortgage rates will drive increased activity. He explains: “Investors are worried about the impact of this week’s Budget, largely stoked by the government’s […]

The trend of landlords incorporating their Buy-to-Let (BTL) portfolios into limited companies has become more prominent in recent years, spurred by changes to tax relief and the shifting regulatory environment. However, this shift can come with complications that many may not fully understand—especially when it comes to mortgage arrangements. This article aims to help the […]

In this episode of Property Breaking News, Ranjan Bhattacharya and Andrew Roberts deep dive into the latest government regulations impacting the property market and reveal how commercial conversions can be your golden strategy. Explore how you, as a savvy property investor, can navigate the complexities of the housing market with expert insights. Discover why major […]

The UK’s private rented sector is facing an unprecedented crisis, and letting agents are feeling the impact more than ever. Landlords are leaving the market in droves, driven by relentless tax changes that have made it harder and more expensive to keep their properties profitable. For letting agents, this exodus represents a real threat to […]

Rent rises in Scotland’s private rented sector (PRS) are beginning to ease as policy measures for rent controls continue to progress through the Scottish Parliament. The latest report from Scottish lettings portal Citylets, shows the rate of annual growth trending downward in the low single digits for all main cities. Notably, Glasgow recorded a year-on-year […]

With the Budget only a day away, many industry leaders are calling on the Chancellor Rachel Reeves to support landlords. Industry bodies such as Propertymark are urging the Labour government to reverse Section 24 emphasising that failure to do so could lead to increased rents. Rightmove and the NRLA also warn without financial incentives in […]

Landlords across the UK are growing increasingly pessimistic about the future of the private rented sector (PRS), despite strong tenant demand and record-high rental yields. A new report by mortgage market specialist Pegasus Insight reveals that 91% of landlords believe the Labour government will have a negative impact on the sector. Their primary concerns include […]

A landlord organisation is urging the government to introduce a student shorthold tenancy (SST) to protect the student rental market. iHowz warns the student rental sector is unique and any changes will cause uncertainty for landlords and students. Under the Renters’ Rights Bill, fixed-term tenancies will be scrapped and replaced with periodic tenancies. Uncertainty for […]

A Budget tax raid on landlords will see an exodus of investors from the private rented sector (PRS), one expert warns. Rachel Springall, the finance expert at Moneyfactscompare.co.uk, said: “The tax changes which have impacted the buy to let market have resulted in droves of landlords setting up limited companies to manage their portfolios. “The […]

A new scheme to help upgrade housing stock in Wales doesn’t include help for landlords. The Welsh government has launched a £70 million initiative to upgrade housing stock to support the country’s drive towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2025, but this does not include properties in the private rented sector. Propertymark has slammed the decision […]

When a tenant is evicted from a rental property, it is not uncommon for them to leave behind personal belongings. As a landlord, you might be unsure about your legal rights and obligations when dealing with abandoned goods. Legislation provides a framework to guide landlords through this process, most notably under the Torts (Interference with […]

Starting out in property investing is an exciting journey, with various strategies to explore. This guide will introduce five popular property investment strategies, each with unique demands on time, knowledge, and financial resources. We’ll look at single let properties, two types of HMOs, serviced accommodation, flips, and conversions. >> The Buy-to-Let Blueprint – Becoming an […]

Hi, I need some advice. I have a tenant who has had a stairlift fitted without my knowledge or consent she tried to stop me from coming in when I gave her a new tenancy agreement. I asked her who needed the stairlift, as to my knowledge, she’s fit and healthy. She says it’s for […]

The total value of homes in the sales pipeline has surged by 30% to £113 billion, driven by rising incomes and the lowest mortgage rates in two years to help make 2024 a bumper year. That’s according to Zoopla’s latest House Price Index which shows the number of new sales agreed has reached its highest […]

The Welsh government thinks landlords should complete a report for Rent Smart Wales every year to check if a property is habitable. The Welsh government also wants landlords to provide rent prices and explore the idea of making rental prices in different areas public. This is despite the fact that most people can already view […]

The Scottish housing market has continued to defy economic headwinds, with average house prices increasing by £13,001 in the past year, according to a leading property firm. DJ Alexander, Scotland’s largest lettings and estate agency, analysed the latest statistics and found that prices rose from £186,970 to £199,971 between September 2023 and August. This growth […]

Rent prices have soared within the last five years as renters struggle to find an affordable place to live, according to a new survey. Research by Go.Compare Home Insurance reveals that 65% of Britain has average rental costs above what is considered affordable for a typical single tenant. According to Go.Compare, the average monthly rental price […]

As the UK’s private rented sector (PRS) becomes increasingly competitive, tenants are facing financial burdens as they struggle to secure a property. A new report by tlyfe, a tenant app launched by OpenBrix, highlights the rising costs associated with lengthy rental searches. It says that the longer the search, the higher the cost of renting […]