by peter littlewood | Aug 28, 2025 | Open News
Landlords face yet another potential tax squeeze, with reports suggesting the government may introduce National Insurance contributions (NICs) on rental income profits. According to The Times, a leak indicates the measure could raise £2 billion for the Treasury if...
by peter littlewood | Aug 27, 2025 | Open News
Westminster City Council has launched an 11-week public consultation on the renewal of its borough-wide Additional Licensing Scheme for smaller Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The consultation invites feedback from residents, tenants, landlords, letting agents,...
by peter littlewood | Aug 27, 2025 | Open News
More than half of tenants in England (53%) have seen rent increases since the Renters’ Rights Bill was announced, according to new research by comparison website Go.Compare. The report suggests that around 2.5 million households have faced higher rents since the Bill...
by peter littlewood | Aug 27, 2025 | Open News
Merton Council has taken over the long-term management of 18 rented homes after the landlord repeatedly failed to meet safety and licensing obligations. The council first used its powers last August to impose an Interim Management Order, following tenant complaints...
by peter littlewood | Aug 26, 2025 | Open News
The UK property market is shifting. According to property expert Jamie Williams, the days of casual, part-time buy-to-let landlords are coming to an end – and that’s not a bad thing. As tighter regulation, reduced tax relief, and rising compliance requirements push...
