A PropTech chief is urging MPs to reconsider their stance on restricting tenants from being asked to pay rent upfront prior to the start of a tenancy. This
MPs Urged to Rethink Ban on Upfront Rent Payments
Labour MP Major Unions Back Rent Control Push
Nikka Sulton
A Labour MP is putting forward an amendment to the Renters Rights Bill with the aim of limiting rent increases during a tenancy. Paula Barker, the Member of
Best and Worst Capital Appreciation in the Past Year
Nikka Sulton
House prices in Stoke-on-Trent saw a significant rise of 17.2% during the year to September 2024, making it the top performer in the UK housing market, as reported
Bank Highlights ‘Knowledge Gap’ on EPC Costs
Nikka Sulton
A recent study conducted by Atom Bank has uncovered a significant ‘knowledge gap’ among UK homeowners when it comes to understanding Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) and the costs
Scotland’s BTL Market Collapses Under Rent Controls
Nikka Sulton
Scotland’s buy-to-let (BTL) market has seen a sharp decline, serving as a cautionary tale for private landlords in England. Recent data highlights that the number of landlords investing
Claim: Tenants Spend 80% of Income on Rent
Nikka Sulton
In 2024, the average UK tenant paid around £10,000 in rent annually, with those residing in London facing much higher rental costs, reaching up to £15,000. This data
House Prices Drop, But Lenders Warn It Won’t Last
Nikka Sulton
House prices have experienced a drop for the first time in nine months, marking a shift in the market as the year drew to a close. According to
Why Investors Choose Interest-Only Mortgages
James Nicholson
The short answer Investors choose interest-only mortgages for one big reason: cash flow. Paying only the interest each month keeps payments low, which maximises rental profit and return
Big Six Lenders Cut Mortgage Rates for the New Year
Nikka Sulton
Halifax and HSBC have recently become the latest lenders to announce significant reductions to their mortgage rates, providing some welcome relief for borrowers in the UK. As the
2025’s Top UK Property Hotspots Revealed
Nikka Sulton
The property market in 2025 is poised for another challenging year, as affordability continues to be a significant concern. House prices across the UK remain under pressure due