Foundation Home Loans has unveiled new two- and five-year fixed-rate EPC Saver products for its buy-to-let and residential brands, developed in partnership with Vibrant Energy Matters. These new
The National Audit Office (NAO) has issued a sharp critique of the previous Conservative government, highlighting its failure to establish a coherent strategy or public targets for tackling
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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.