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New Towns offer affordable housing with promising growth potential, Halifax...
A new analysis by Halifax has shown that house prices in New Towns have kept pace with national trends over the past decade, while offering homes that are on average 15% cheaper than across the UK....
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Landlords call for government support to meet 2030 energy performance targets
Landlords across the UK are calling on the government for financial support to meet new Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) targets, as concerns mount about the feasibility and costs of reaching these...
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£3.2bn surge in new homes delivered to UK cities in just two weeks
The UK housing market has seen a significant boost with £3.2 billion worth of new-build homes delivered across Britain in the past two weeks, according to new research by peer-to-peer real estate...
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UK house prices rise for sixth consecutive month as market confidence grows
The UK housing market continues its upward trend with house prices increasing by 1.5% month-on-month in August 2024, reaching an average of £292,924. This marks the strongest annual growth of 2.8%...
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South East emerges as prime region for landlords embracing ‘Rent to Rent’ model
As the ‘guaranteed rent’ or ‘rent to rent’ model becomes increasingly popular among private rental investors, new analysis by London lettings and estate agent Benham and Reeves reveals that the South...
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Landlords welcome exclusion of buy-to-let properties from CGT increase
Landlords have expressed relief following reports that the anticipated rise in Capital Gains Tax (CGT) will not apply to buy-to-let properties, alleviating fears of a potential mass sell-off that could...
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Budget cuts could lead to soaring court delays, senior officials warn
Court delays in the UK could significantly increase if proposed spending cuts are implemented in the upcoming Budget, senior officials have warned. Housing and Justice Secretaries express concerns It...
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Landlords urged to share views in global energy efficiency survey
Landlords across the UK are being called upon to participate in an international survey conducted by the International Union of Property Owners (UIPI) to assess the challenges of making rental...
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Landlords shift to limited companies to capitalise on tax advantages
Landlords across the UK are setting up limited companies at an unprecedented rate to take advantage of more favourable tax conditions. Research from Hamptons reveals that 70% of new buy-to-let...
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Scottish cities top UK housing market rise with Birmingham leading the way in...
Recent data from the UK’s largest estate agency group, Lomond, highlights a remarkable trend in the housing market, with Scottish cities dominating the list of the country’s busiest property markets....
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Landlords who ignore regulator should repay rent, says Ombudsman chief
At a parliamentary evidence session yesterday, Richard Blakeway, chief of the Housing Ombudsman Service, proposed that landlords who disregard the regulator’s decisions should be compelled to repay...
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Limited company landlords face personal risks despite tax benefits
As more buy-to-let landlords switch to limited company structures for tax savings, industry experts warn that personal assets, including homes and savings, may still be at risk. The rise in limited...
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Landlord just increased my rent by £700 per month
That’s what my tenant client said to me last week in panic mode. They’re a family of 4 consisting of a couple and 2 small children. They live in a 2-bedroom flat in Hammersmith and Fulham Council. You...
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Functional home features driving faster sales in today’s housing market
New analysis from Yopa, the full-service estate agent, has highlighted the home features that are helping properties sell faster than others on the market. In a climate where buyers are more selective...
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Mortgage rates drop, boosting affordability for first-time buyers
As mortgage rates continue to fall, new data from Rightmove’s mortgage tracker report shows a significant improvement in affordability for buyers, particularly first-time homeowners. Average mortgage...
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Landlords fear tax hikes after PM claims they don’t ‘work’ for income
Landlords across the UK are bracing for potential tax increases after Prime Minister Keir Starmer suggested that those earning income from property and investments do not fit his definition of “working...
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Airbnb rentals linked to rise in robberies and violent crime in London, study...
New research from the University of Cambridge has uncovered a correlation between the number of Airbnb listings and increased rates of robberies and violent crimes in London. The study, which analysed...
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Areas in England that offer best value house prices and quality education
New research reveals the top areas in England offering a unique balance of affordable house prices and highly-rated schools, and ideal for buy-to-let investment. Kingston upon Hull leads the pack,...
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Landlords ARE working people: Industry pushes back on PM’s claims
Leading figures in the property industry, including Paul Shamplina and Ben Beadle, have challenged Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s recent assertion that individuals earning income from property are not...
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Propertymark urges government to reform Stamp Duty and support landlords
Propertymark is calling on the UK Government to prioritise Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) reform and provide support for landlords to reduce costs and meet Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) ahead...
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