The House of Commons Library has released a report on the situation with stamp duty (SDLT). It can be seen here, and outlines the history of SDLT.

The Government have provided a detailed overview of affordable housing supply statistics in England, emphasizing the roles of different organizations and the nature of the data collected.   It can be seen here, and a breakdown of the key...

HMRC has significantly increased its payouts to individuals providing tip-offs about tax fraud, reaching nearly £1 million in 2023/24—92% higher than the £508,500 paid in the previous year. This marks the highest total in at least seven years, as...

The House of Commons Library has released its detailed overview of recent trends in the UK housing market, including house prices, mortgage approvals, and housing starts and completions. It can be seen here, and here’s a concise summary: House...

The ONS has just published its latest Private Rent and House Price data which can be seen here. Main Points: Private Rent Trends: UK Rent Increase: Average UK private rents rose by 8.7% in the 12 months to October 2024, up from 8.4% in September...

Paul Hilton, the chief executive of the Scottish property portal ESPC, has challenged the traditional advice to “don’t move, improve,” asserting that rising costs and the effects of Brexit have made renovation projects far less cost-effective than...

The Law Commission has officially launched a consultation on the 1954 Landlord and Tenant Act, focusing on potential reforms to security of tenure provisions. Here are the key details: Purpose of the Consultation To evaluate the effectiveness of...

A recent survey by Foundation Home Loans sheds light on how UK landlords are preparing to address the government’s proposed Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ‘C’ standard, which aims to improve energy efficiency in rented properties by 2030....

The announcement of an unexpected stamp duty hike in the UK Budget has sparked concern among property investors, particularly those considering buy-to-let and holiday let purchases. Here's what investors need to know: Key Changes to Stamp Duty:...

An investigation by The Daily Telegraph has revealed a significant discrepancy in how local councils are handling housing conditions within their own properties. Despite implementing strict regulations and licensing schemes targeting private...

Caroline Fleming, a 60-year-old woman from Elmers End, Bromley, is facing a distressing situation after investing over £20,000 refurbishing her housing association flat. She has spent 15 years improving her home, including replacing the kitchen...

A recent Q3 research report from Foundation Home Loans reveals that 67% of landlords currently own at least one property that does not meet the government's proposed energy performance certificate (EPC) 'C' target, which is set to apply to both...

UK house prices continued their upward trajectory in October, aided by lower borrowing costs. The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors noted a rise in its house price net balance to 16, up from 11 in September, with sales volumes also...

The recent tax and spending adjustments announced by the Chancellor will significantly influence homeowners, investors, and businesses in the UK. Here's an overview of key changes and their potential implications, as outlined by Propertymark: Stamp...

We do not need redefining, additional legislation or charters. The core legislation is in place. What we need are 1. The promised updates of supporting standards, such as MEES/EPC, Decent Homes Standard and HHSRS - all of which have reviews which...

A shortage of County Court bailiffs is creating severe delays in the eviction process, particularly in heavily burdened areas like London. According to Landlord Action, landlords are waiting up to 18 months for bailiff appointments, forcing many to...

Lomond Group's claims that a mass exodus of landlords from the private rental sector may be overstated. Its examination of properties listed for sale with tenants in situ shows only a small decline following the recent Budget, challenging the...

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) forecast that Labour will fall short of its manifesto pledge to build 1.5 million new homes in England by the end of this Parliament underscores the persistent challenges in meeting housing supply targets....

Knight Frank’s analysis of the aftermath of the October 30 Budget offers a sobering view of its impact on the UK financial and housing markets. It highlights growing instability in the mortgage and property sectors, while also pointing to...

The Law Society of England and Wales has issued a stark warning about the state of the justice system as it relates to housing, citing a sharp rise in renters at risk of homelessness and significant delays in eviction processes due to a shortage of...