The latest English Housing Survey (EHS) provides a detailed snapshot of the housing landscape in England, offering valuable insights into the state of homes and the circumstances of those who live in them. The EHS is a crucial source of information for policymakers...
New research from business consultancy Hargreaves Lansdown suggests that the long-held dream of owning a holiday home is fading, particularly among younger generations. The data reveals that a combination of soaring property prices, increased taxes, and the hassle of...
New data from Paragon Bank reveals the top buy-to-let investment hotspots in the UK, highlighting the strategic thinking of landlords in the current market. The lender’s analysis of mortgage data for the 12 months to the end of June shows a clear trend: landlords are...
A recent BBC investigation has brought the issue of "black market" Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) into sharp focus, exposing the dangerous and unsanitary conditions many tenants are forced to live in. The exposé, which was sparked by a tenant's long-standing...
The UK's private rented sector is on the cusp of its most significant transformation in a generation with the impending Renters Rights Bill, but not everyone is confident about what the future holds. A Bleak Forecast from the Redress Industry Sean Hooker, head of...
The first few days of August have delivered a series of optimistic figures, setting a positive tone for the autumn property market. House Prices and Transactions Are Up According to the Nationwide house price index, the average UK house price rose by 0.6% between June...
A court in Wales has heard a case against Welsh ministers, arguing that a change in the wording of government guidance led to a widespread misunderstanding among landlords regarding their duties. The issue centers on the requirement to provide tenants with a copy of...
Eastbourne Borough Council (EBC) has introduced new planning controls to manage the proliferation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in parts of the town center. The council has implemented an Article 4 Direction, which means that properties wishing to be...
The Housing Ministry (MHCLG) has issued an update on the Private Rented Sector: While Parliament is in recess, activity around the Renters’ Rights Bill continues. The Bill completed its Report Stage in July, with amendments debated on issues like the Decent Homes...
Renters’ Rights Bill: A Scottish Case Study Offers Optimism As the UK prepares for the Renters' Rights Bill to gain Royal Assent, a new study suggests that its impact on the rental market may not be as negative as some landlords and agents fear. The analysis,...
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