Recent data from the Housing Ombudsman, who handles issues related to social housing, reveals a striking statistic: 47% of the cases resolved in 2023-24 involved social landlords in
London Social Housing Landlords Flooded with Complaints
Property Tax Gap Costs Millions, Says Consultancy
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A property firm has criticised the current council tax rules for holiday homes, calling them “a mess” and claiming they result in significant losses for both local and
Landlords’ Views on Airbnb and Short-Term Rental Rules
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A council known for its controversial policies has initiated a 12-week consultation period to review new regulations for Airbnb-style short-term rentals. This move is part of an ongoing
Labour’s Solid Start Needs Action, Says Rental Expert
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Labour has made a promising start in the lettings sector, according to a leading rental law expert. Gina Peters, Head of Property Lettings and Revenue at Dutton Gregory
Landlords Quizzed on Bidding Wars in Rental Market
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Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have launched a project to investigate bidding wars in the private rental sector. This study aims to explore rental market dynamics
House Prices Predicted To Rise For First Time In 2 Years
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The positive outlook comes from estate agent members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), who report growing confidence now that uncertainties around the general election have
7 Game-Changing Labour Policies for Property Investors
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With the Labour Party now leading after 14 years of Conservative rule, the UK is set for major changes in the housing sector. Labour’s housing plan aims to
How To Avoid Capital Gains Tax In 2024
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From understanding your annual allowances to deducting costs and transferring ownership, here’s what you need to know about your capital gains tax liabilities and how to minimise them.
UK Mortgage Rate Reductions Accelerate
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Brokers predict that the lowest mortgage rates could fall below 4% by the end of this year. Recent rate cuts are providing relief for UK borrowers, with the
Local Bank Lowers Mortgage Rates to 3.54%
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The move comes a week before the Bank of England’s new interest rate decision. Nationwide Building Society’s mortgage lender has cut interest rates on select products to demonstrate