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Council unveils plan to curb HMO growth

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

4th June 2025, 1 year ago | 0

A council which is grappling with the rapid rise of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) has unveiled plans to restrict...

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I am considering converting at least one HMO to Asylum Seekers?

Author: Readers Question

15th May 2025, 1 year ago | 11

I have had 3 HMOs in Brighton since 2007 and have exclusively rented to the student market. I use an...

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England and Wales HMO market generates £6.3 billion in rent

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

28th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

The house in multiple occupation (HMO) sector across England and Wales is worth £78 billion and yields an impressive £6.3...

Section 257 – Flat above HMO?

Author: Readers Question

25th April 2025, 1 year ago | 5

I own an HMO with 10 bedrooms. Each bedroom has a shower and toilet, and recreation and kitchen areas are...

Tenants willing to pay an HMO premium for compatible housemates

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

17th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Nearly half of tenants in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are prepared to pay up to 10% extra in rent...

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Insurance to cover HMO fire?

Author: Readers Question

14th April 2025, 1 year ago | 6

As the freeholder of a block and owner of 2/5ths of it, I’m responsible for arranging insurance. My issue is...

Fleet Mortgages unveils essential HMO guide for landlords

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

7th April 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Fleet Mortgages has published a helpful guide to HMOs for landlords to address the growing demand for these investments. The...

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City landlords face costly and complex HMO licence renewal process

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

31st March 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Private landlords in one city say they are grappling with an unnecessarily arduous system for renewing their House in Multiple...

More councils crack down on HMO standards

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

24th March 2025, 1 year ago | 0

Four more local councils have unveiled plans to regulate Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in their areas. From Enfield to...

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Is the EU standard fire blanket suitable for my HMO?

Author: Readers Question

24th March 2025, 1 year ago | 3

Hi, I own a shared flat occupied by 3 people (twins plus friend) in Inner London that has now become...

Agent advice creates HMO licensing pickle?

Author: Readers Question

13th March 2025, 2 years ago | 14

Hello, I have been using an agent to let out a property as a four bed HMO so not needing...

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2025’s HMO Strategy: Overcome Rising Costs

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

28th February 2025, 2 years ago | 1

Discover how to profit with 8+ room HMOs in 2025 and stay ahead in the ever-changing property market! In this...

Council urges tenants to know their HMO rights

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

20th February 2025, 2 years ago | 0

Belfast City Council is urging potential tenants to understand their rights and responsibilities when looking to rent a house of...

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EPC rating for HMO with bills included?

Author: Readers Question

18th February 2025, 2 years ago | 18

Hi, I have been a landlord for over 40 years. I own HMOs and the property in question is a...

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HMO landlords brace for chaos as EPC rules could tighten

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

17th February 2025, 2 years ago | 3

Changes to the EPC system could cause chaos for HMO landlords and short-term lets. Proposals in the EPC consultation suggest...

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Buying 5-bed HMO for son in University?

Author: Readers Question

11th February 2025, 2 years ago | 31

My son is heading to University in September and we’re looking at helping him buy a HMO in his own...

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Property Investors Awards – HMO Property Investor of the Year

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

10th February 2025, 2 years ago | 0

From meeting at university to building a property business together — all while managing life with their one-year-old! Jake Colwill...

Croydon Council campaign against illegal HMOs with enforcement crackdown

Croydon cracks down on illegal HMOs

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

3rd February 2025, 2 years ago | 6

Croydon Council has escalated its efforts against unauthorised housing developments, particularly Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). In recent weeks, officers...

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North East leads for the highest HMO yields

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

27th January 2025, 2 years ago | 0

There are big regional disparities for HMO landlords in the UK with Greater London boasting the highest average property value...

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One of three tenants is leaving a student HMO?

Author: Readers Question

24th January 2025, 2 years ago | 6

Hi Everyone, My daughter is at university and sharing a 3-bedroom HMO with two other tenants, and one is moving...

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Exploring the Buzz Around HMO Housing

Author: Aviram Shahar

16th January 2025, 2 years ago | 0

Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) have been a cornerstone of the UK rental market, offering affordable housing options for tenants...

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Why I Went To Prison For A HMO Property Landlord

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

16th January 2025, 2 years ago | 6

The title of this article may have caught your attention, just as the original video on YouTube did for us....

Council considers extending HMO licensing scheme to improve housing standards

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

24th December 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Worcester City Council says, despite the “majority of HMO landlords”, following the rules an additional licensing scheme could be introduced....

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London council cracks down on unsafe HMOs

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

18th December 2024, 2 years ago | 2

A London council has launched a rigorous inspection programme to crack down on unlawful and unsafe Houses of Multiple Occupation...

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