by peter littlewood | Apr 10, 2025 | Open News
The Government has issued updated guidance on the Home Building Fund loan, which can be seen here. A summary of the fund is: 🏗️ Home Building Fund — Development Finance The Home Building Fund offers flexible development finance to support SMEs, innovative developers,...
by peter littlewood | Apr 7, 2025 | Open News
The free-to-use eco-Landlord service, designed to help landlords improve their property’s EPC rating, has now been extended to include mortgage brokers. Brokers can now: Advise landlord clients on energy efficiency upgrades Receive notifications if mortgage...
by peter littlewood | Apr 7, 2025 | Open News
iHowz recently conducted a survey of landlords, and found that two thirds were long term landlords, but that over half are considering leaving the market, mainly due to the Renters’ Rights Bill, regulation, and taxes. Key concerns include losing Section 21, tenant...
by peter littlewood | Apr 7, 2025 | Open News
The Deposit Protection Service (DPS) has made its dispute resolution webinars available on-demand, allowing landlords and tenants to access training at their convenience. The existing series now includes three new webinars led by DPS adjudicators: Avoiding Disputes –...
by peter littlewood | Apr 7, 2025 | Open News
The Government has launched its Warm Homes Local Grant to improve a home (England only). The full details can be seen here, and in summary: 🏠 Who Can Apply? Landlords in England with properties rated EPC D or E✅ Up to £30,000 for the first property✅ Up to £15,000 for...
