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Tenant bidding wars – Why are landlords being blamed?
Property118 has published a blog by the Landlord Crusader wondering why it is that landlords are always blamed for bidding wars. It can be seen here where he argues against proposed legislation by the Labour Party to end tenant bidding wars and...
New ONS data published
The ONS has published data on household debt. The summary report can be seen here, and says: Household Debt: Historical Trends: Household debt peaked in Q3 2008 at 156.4% of household disposable income. Decline and Growth: After reaching the peak,...
Consultation on restricting ground rent for existing leases
The Government has published a consultation on restricting ground rent for existing leases. It can be seen here, and closes at 11:59pm on 17 January 2024, and in summary the consultation presents five options for extending this protection to...
New Bank of England warning
The Bank of England has warned that household finances in the UK remain stretched, and the full impact of higher interest rates and mortgage pricing is yet to be fully felt. Around 45% of fixed-rate mortgage deals agreed before the end of December...
Letting Agent fined £17k
iHomes Letting Limited, a letting agency in Telford, has been fined nearly £17,000 for breaching seven offences related to the management of a house in multiple occupation (HMO). The agency admitted failing to meet several important safety...
Migration blamed for rental crisis
Richard Donnell, the executive director of Zoopla, has stated that the UK is facing a rent crisis due to record net migration. The surge in migration has increased demand for rental accommodation, as renting becomes the “first port of call” for...
Sussex council propose increase of tax on empty homes
Lewes District Council's cabinet in East Sussex has approved plans to increase council tax premiums for empty properties, which could see owners paying up to three times the standard rate. The proposed measures, set to be implemented from April...
House of Commons publishes report on Leasehold Reform
The full report can be seen here, and in summary says: The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill 2023-24, introduced to the House of Commons on 27 November 2023, aims to make long-term changes to improve homeownership for leaseholders and freeholders...
Changes to the level of Civil Penalties for Right to Rent breaches
Reminder that the Home Office has announced a large increase the level of fines that landlords can face if they are found to have not checked tenants properly to see if they have the right to rent in a property or deliberately been involved in...
Court of Appeal favours mediation
The recent Court of Appeal ruling in the case of The Churchill vs Merthyr Tydfil Council has implications for landlords, suggesting they may have to use mediation before resorting to court when resolving issues with tenants. The case involved a...
House prices rise again
According to data from mortgage provider Nationwide, UK house prices unexpectedly rose in November, indicating further stabilization in the property market as high mortgage rates ease. The house prices increased by 0.2% between October and...
New Licensing Scheme announced
The London Borough of Brent is planning to launch a licensing scheme for homes in the private rented sector, excluding those in Wembley Park. The purpose of the scheme is to improve the quality and safety of private rented accommodation, support...
Landlords’ guide to your 2022-23 tax return (and how to beat HMRC)
Telegraph Money reveals how to minimise your bill and avoid any penalties - see here (subscription may be necessary). The Telegraph has made the following recommendations to minimise your tax bill: Get ready for deadline day Pay the right tax Get...
MPs discuss Housing in Tourist Destinations
Last week, MPs debated the impact of holiday homes and holiday lets on the provision of housing in popular tourist locations During the debate, Lake District MP, Tim Farron commented "We have seen the number of short-term lets grow significantly,...
Tax and Landlords – the issue that won’t go away
Writing in Landlord Today, Richard Rowntree Managing Director of Mortgages at Paragon Bank, comments on the impact of Section 24 on landlords now that it is fully implemented, and at the the time interest rates have risen. The article can be seen...
Buy-to-let arrears cases double in a year – Octane Capital
Data shows a significant increase in cases of buy-to-let arrears over the past year, based on analysis from Octane Capital. Here are the key points: Arrears Doubling: Cases of buy-to-let arrears have doubled in a single year, reaching a record high...
House prices increase for the third month in a row
Nationwide data shows the state of the UK housing market in November, highlighting a third consecutive monthly increase in house prices. Here are the key points: Price Increase: House prices in the UK rose by 0.2% in November, marking the third...
HMRC to crackdown on millions who make cash with Airbnb, Etsy etc
HMRC (Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs) have started a major crackdown on tax avoiders, focusing on the self-employed and individuals earning extra income through side hustles. Here are the key points: Crackdown Scope: Starting from January 1,...
Tenants can rent their way onto the property ladder
The Times has run an article showing how a tenant, and his family were able to use the shock of an eviction notice to find a way to buy the property off of his landlords. The article can be seen here (subscription may be necessary) and explains how...
Pressure grows for ban on new leasehold flats
There is a growing calls for the government to ban new leasehold flats in England and Wales. Here are the key points: Leasehold Reforms: The government has faced calls to ban new leasehold flats, following its decision to include a ban on the sale...
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New report suggests 1/3 landlords may sell this year
A report by comparison service Uswitch reveals significant trends and statistics concerning the buy-to-let (BTL)...
Report suggests suggests that private landlords are not solely to blame for rent rises
The Resolution Foundation's report titled 'Through the Roof' challenges popular theories about rising rent prices and...
Government publishes information about planning appeals
In the context of planning decisions, there are several avenues through which decisions can be appealed or challenged:...
Landlord fined £45,000 for letting out unlicensed properties
A recent case involving Mohammed Ammar Hussain in Hemel Hempstead, highlights the importance of landlords complying...
Abuse of Stats by Resolution
Rent rises in Britain are forecast to outpace wage growth, despite having already surged at the fastest pace on record...
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