According to recent research by the TDS Charitable Foundation, more than a third of landlords in England who raised rents did so to keep pace with local market rates as the rental market continues to be strained by a housing shortage. The report found that 60% of...
The NICEIC (National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting) has enhanced its filters and search options to help landlords and property owners more easily find qualified electricians who can carry out Electrical Installation Condition Reports...
The government’s revived plan to mandate all private rented homes in the UK achieve an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating of C or above by 2030 faces significant challenges, according to a recent analysis by Hamptons Lettings Agency. While the Conservatives...
Recent research conducted by Pegasus Insight highlights significant challenges in the private rental sector, particularly in England and Wales. Key findings indicate that: 82% of landlords are experiencing strong tenant demand, particularly in the South West, South...
Merton Council in south London has seized several rental properties from a landlord who persistently failed to license them, marking one of the first instances of such an action in the UK. Using Interim Management Orders (IMOs), the council has taken temporary control...
The UK office market is experiencing significant challenges, with properties selling at an average of 18% below their asking prices, the largest discount seen since the 2008 global financial crisis. According to data from CoStar, this substantial drop reflects weak...
The upcoming changes to the UK tax regime for furnished holiday lettings (FHL), set to take effect in April 2025, will significantly reduce the tax advantages for individuals operating FHL businesses. As a result, those affected are advised to take action ahead of the...
In spite of appealing to the First Tier Tribunal, a Hastings Landlord has been fined £10,000 after failing to provide an Electrical Safety Installation Certificate after he was asked by Hastings Borough Council. Cllr Glenn Haffenden, lead councillor for housing and...
The latest report from the Housing Ombudsman underscores growing concerns over the management of window repairs by landlords. The findings, drawn from 13 severe maladministration cases, highlight troubling delays and poor responses, which have significant...
Antony Lark, Joint CEO of Spicerhaart, has expressed concern about the current state of the rental market, highlighting the growing trend of landlords exiting the market due to increasing legislative pressures, tax burdens, and changes such as the removal of mortgage...
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