by peter littlewood | Jan 15, 2025 | Open News
The RRB was debated in the Commons yesterday (14/1/25), and now passes to the Lords. A summary of the amendments to the Bill are: Limiting Rent in Advance The government plans to restrict tenants from paying rent upfront beyond one month’s rent and a security...
by peter littlewood | Jan 15, 2025 | Open News
M Winkworth plc Winkworth reported strong trading for FY 2024, with a 23% annual increase in sales agreed and a 19% rise in completed sales due to lower financing costs and household rebalancing. Positive momentum is expected to continue into FY 2025, especially in...
by peter littlewood | Jan 14, 2025 | Open News
The December 2024 RICS UK Residential Property Survey has just been published, and paints an optimistic picture of the housing market as the year concludes, albeit with some challenges on the horizon. Here’s a detailed breakdown: Positive Trends in the Housing...
by peter littlewood | Jan 13, 2025 | Open News
The Telegraph has highlighted a complex and risky landscape of tax planning for landlords in the UK, particularly in response to evolving tax regulations targeting the buy-to-let sector. The article can be read here (subscription may be necessary). Key Issues: Failed...
by peter littlewood | Jan 13, 2025 | Open News
An article in the Telegraph highlights the growing challenges faced by small-scale landlords in the UK, emphasising the financial pressures, regulatory burdens, and public perception issues impacting their ability to sustain their businesses. It can be read here, and...
