by peter littlewood | May 23, 2024 | Industry News
Lord Jackson chaired a meeting in the Lords recently, and iHowz were invited. Along with the NRLA and Goodlord, Vash Ratnasingham from iHowz presented to an audience of industry notables, MPs, and Lords. Held before the General Election was to be called, the meeting...
by peter littlewood | May 23, 2024 | Tax & Other Financial
A recent survey by bridging broker Finbri highlights a significant surge in tenant demand in the private rented sector (PRS), with 71% of landlords reporting higher demand over the past year. This increased demand is driven by a shortage of rental properties, as...
by peter littlewood | May 22, 2024 | Industry News
The Home Office has announced changes to the Right to Rent rules, aimed at making it easier for letting agents and landlords to check the immigration status of tenants and avoid significant fines. One key change involves the EU Settlement Scheme, where individuals...
by peter littlewood | May 22, 2024 | Tax & Other Financial
A Labour government could potentially introduce rent caps, giving local councils the authority to limit annual rent increases by landlords. This proposal is similar to the Housing Bill recently unveiled in Scotland. Rachel Reeves, the shadow chancellor, mentioned this...
by peter littlewood | May 16, 2024 | Opinion
Find out the progress of the Renters Reform Bill, and the iHowz contribution. iHowz thanked in the Lords Progress in the Commons Progress in the Lords Amendments made in the third reading The Renters Reform Bill continues its slow, tortious way through Parliament....
