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Call to reform stamp duty
Coventry Building Society is advocating for reform in Stamp Duty due to a notable decline in property transactions, particularly buy-to-let purchases, during the first quarter of 2024. This drop is significant, as it's the first time transactions...
Labour is plotting the greatest assault on property rights in living memory
The Telegraph has published an opinion piece which presents a critical perspective on Labour's housing policies, arguing that they pose a threat to property rights, the housing market, and the broader economy. Here are the key points highlighted in...
Buy to Let purchases reducing
Analysis from Paragon Bank highlights a significant shift in the buy-to-let property market, particularly in Southern England, following the introduction of the stamp duty surcharge for additional properties in 2016. The proportion of buy-to-let...
Summary of the Renters Reform Bill
The Renters Reform Bill was originally introduced in Parliament in May 2023. It was trailed in the Government White Paper A Fairer Private Rented Sector an in summary, initially proposed: Loss of the S21 Only periodic tenancies 2 months’ notice by...
iHowz are pressing for retention of Fixed Terms
In the recent debate in Parliament on the Renters reform Bill (see here), we were pleased to see that two MP's Anthony Mangnall and Sir Christopher Chope spoke in favour of retention of the Fixed Term. This is a matter we believe to be of utmost...
Sadiq Khan: leaseholders in England should have the right to withhold service charges
Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, has called for leaseholders hit with exorbitant and unjust service charges to have the right to refuse payment. This demand comes amidst concerns that the government has reneged on its promises to enhance tenants'...
Landlord fined for claiming agreement wasn’t an AST.
The case of Anna Yang, an Essex-based landlord prosecuted by Greenwich Council, underscores the significance of ensuring landlords adhere to legal obligations and provide accurate information to tenants. Yang was fined a total of £5,825.27 for...
Licensing fees could be cut
The ongoing debate surrounding licensing regimes operated by local councils highlights the complexity of regulatory frameworks within the rental housing sector. The Renters Reform Bill, currently under discussion in the House of Commons, includes...
Court fees to go up
The recent announcement of a 10% increase in court fees for landlords has sparked concern within the property sector. Effective Wednesday May 1st, various court activities, including those involving landlords, will see higher charges. Landlords...
North vs. South: What The UK’s Average Property Price Can Purchase in 45 Major Cities
Brand new data from Mojo Mortgages has revealed significant differences in the types of properties the average UK house price can purchase across the country's major cities. The average house price is most likely to be able to purchase a 2-bed,...
Mortgage rates are stifling house prices
Zoopla highlights the significant impact of higher mortgage rates on house price growth, presenting figures that underscore the strain on affordability in the UK housing market. The average home buyer utilizing a 70% loan-to-value mortgage faces...
UK’s housing market boom
The UK's housing market is currently experiencing a surge in sales, attributed to increased availability of homes for sale and renewed buyer confidence, according to Zoopla's research. Agreed sales have risen by 12% compared to the previous year,...
Shelter calls for empty houses to be converted to social housing
Shelter's has called to convert empty homes into social rent properties. With an estimated 261,000 empty homes across the country, repurposing them could significantly alleviate housing shortages. This approach not only addresses the immediate need...
Latest Halifax price report
The latest data from Halifax showed that house prices jumped by nearly 2% over the last year, industry data, driven by demand for smaller homes. Annual property price growth reached 1.9% in February, to £282,430, a notable recovery from October’s...
Borough-wide licensing now law in Brent
Since 1 April 2024, every private landlord renting out property in Brent is legally required to apply for a licence, and they have issued the following: The scheme will drive up living standards for renters and build on Brent’s positive...
How London dumps its council housing tenants on the unsuspecting Home Counties
The phenomenon of London councils redirecting their social housing issues to areas outside the capital, particularly the Home Counties, has sparked concerns and controversies. This practice, often driven by financial considerations, exacerbates...
End the War Against Landlords in the UK
Join iHowz on a gripping exploration of the 'war against landlords' as we delve deep into the heart of a crisis gripping the UK's rental market. In a landscape where landlords are fleeing in droves, leaving behind a trail of consequences...
Will landlords have to wait 2 years to sell?
Labour's shadow housing secretary, Matthew Pennycook, has proposed a significant amendment to the Renters (Reform) Bill, suggesting that landlords should wait two years from the start of a tenancy before selling or repossessing their property. This...
Community Infrastructure Levy
The Government has issued a guidance which explains what the Community Infrastructure Levy is and how it operates. It can be seen here
Renters Reform Bill passes to the Lords
The government's Renters' Reform Bill has passed a crucial stage in Parliament, despite controversy surrounding its indefinite delay of the ban on no-fault evictions under Section 21 notices. Here's what you need to know about this development: Key...
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Big change around property prices comes into force on June 1
The impending abolition of the Multiple Dwellings Relief (MDR) by the government, set to take effect from June 1, has...
Renters in race for homes as listing time slashed
The BBC has published an article on the problems for tenants to find properties to rent. The intense competition...
Propertymark claims Government action responsible for rental decline
The rise in private rents across England, Wales, and Scotland over the past year has been attributed to various tax...
UK HALIFAX HOUSE PRICE INDEX
According to Halifax, British house prices rose 0.1% in April month-on-month and 1.1% year-on-year. The average house...
Is an interest-only mortgage the best choice for landlords?
Buy Association has published an article in which they say that interest-only mortgages indeed offer a way to keep...
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