by peter littlewood | May 28, 2024 | Industry News
Tessa Shepperson has suggested amending the law in respect of lodgers. Her suggestion can be seen here, and in summary the proposal to allow tenants to take in lodgers presents a potential solution to address two pressing issues in the housing market: the need for...
by peter littlewood | May 28, 2024 | Political
Overview of Landlord Sentiment Ahead of the General Election **Survey Findings by Landbay:** – **Undecided Voters**: 41% of landlords are uncertain about which party to support in the upcoming general election. – **Party Preferences**: – 31% plan to...
by peter littlewood | May 28, 2024 | Industry News
A Government report on Planning Enforcement can be seen here, and in summary says: What is a Planning Breach? A planning breach occurs when development is undertaken without the necessary planning permission from the local planning authority, or when the development...
by peter littlewood | May 28, 2024 | Industry News
Despite significant publicity from pro-tenant groups, awareness and understanding of the Renters Reform Bill among renters are remarkably low. A survey conducted by the Leaders Romans Group (LRG), which includes several lettings agency brands, reveals that only 4% of...
by peter littlewood | May 28, 2024 | Tax & Other Financial
The cost of living increased sharply across the UK during 2021 and 2022. The annual rate of inflation reached 11.1% in October 2022, a 41-year high, before subsequently easing. Recent data shows the annual inflation rate was 2.3% in April 2024. Inflation affects the...
