What Is A Good Lease Length For Flats?

Nikka Sulton 

When searching for a flat, one of the most critical factors to consider is the length of the lease offered. It’s essential to find a lease duration that

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Stamp Duty Hikes Criticised as Punitive and Unfair

Nikka Sulton 

Energy Performance Certificates have faced criticism for inaccuracies and providing misleading guidance to property owners. According to the consumer service Which?, these certificates often fail to offer reliable

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Rent Cap Proposals Resurface in Latest UKIP Manifesto

Nikka Sulton 

The Labour Party’s latest manifesto for Scotland suggests the potential introduction of rent controls. This move aligns with Labour’s ongoing support for the rent control measures implemented by

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UK Inflation Reaches Bank’s Target of 2%

Nikka Sulton 

The Labour Party’s newly released manifesto dedicated to Scotland underscores the need for protecting tenants from excessive rents and exploitative landlords. It calls for rent regulations that are

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UK House Prices Steady Amid Election Impact

Nikka Sulton 

The Bank of England is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at its meeting on Thursday, marking the seventh consecutive time rates have been held steady. This decision

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Record UK House Prices Unaffected by Election

Nikka Sulton 

House prices remained steady in June, with asking prices unchanged despite election uncertainty. The average asking price is now £375,110. The North saw the most significant price increases,

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Swift Action to End Leasehold Ground Rent

Nikka Sulton 

Labour’s new manifesto commits to abolishing Section 21 eviction powers immediately and implementing broader reforms in the private rental sector. In the manifesto section titled ‘Break Down Barriers

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Is It Better To Extend Lease or Buy Freehold?

Nikka Sulton 

If you’re a leaseholder facing a dwindling lease or steep ground rent, you might be exploring your options to address these issues. Under the Leasehold Reform Housing and

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NRLA Willing to Cooperate with Labour on Rental Bill

Nikka Sulton 

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has announced its readiness to work with a future Labour government on reforms in the private rental sector. The NRLA has stated

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Is It Hard To Sell A Leasehold Property?

Nikka Sulton 

Selling a leasehold property involves additional steps compared to a freehold sale, and it’s important to be aware of potential issues that could complicate the process. Here, we

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