A new survey of renters has revealed strong support for introducing rent controls, with many tenants backing the idea even if it leads to fewer landlords operating in
Tenants Back Rent Controls Despite Risks
House Price Growth No Longer Certain
Nikka Sulton
Annual house price growth is becoming increasingly uncommon across the UK, with only a small proportion of properties recording consistent increases in value over the past five years.
UK House Price Inflation Cools to 2.7%
Nikka Sulton
The pace of UK house price growth slowed during May, as higher mortgage costs, political uncertainty and changing market conditions continued to influence buyer confidence. According to the
Burnham Considers Rent Control Pilot
Nikka Sulton
Labour politicians in Manchester are urging the Government to allow the city to trial private rent controls, arguing that it could provide a blueprint for tackling rising housing
UK Inflation Cools, But Risks Remain
Nikka Sulton
UK inflation eased to its lowest level in 15 months during June, providing some welcome relief for households. However, economists have warned that the improvement may only be
Leaseholders Get Cladding Support
Nikka Sulton
The government has announced new measures aimed at supporting leaseholders living in buildings affected by unsafe cladding, with additional funding and reforms designed to speed up building safety
Burnham’s Landlord Reforms Examined
Nikka Sulton
Landlords are watching closely as Andy Burnham’s housing policies come under renewed attention following his appointment as Prime Minister. Mr Burnham replaced Sir Keir Starmer after winning the
Rayner’s Shock Housing Return
Nikka Sulton
Angela Rayner has been reappointed as housing secretary less than a year after stepping down from the role following controversy over stamp duty payments on her £800,000 flat
Mortgage Rates Jump Sharply
Nikka Sulton
Average fixed mortgage rates have recorded their sharpest daily rise in months, according to new figures from financial information provider Moneyfactscompare.co.uk. The average two-year fixed residential mortgage rate
Section 21 Campaigner Steps Down
Nikka Sulton
Ben Twomey has stepped down as Chief Executive of housing campaign group Generation Rent, bringing to an end a three-year leadership period during which the organisation played a