Zoopla: Rents Outpace Mortgage Growth

Nikka Sulton 

Private renters in the UK have experienced sharper rises in housing costs than homeowners with mortgages since 2022, according to recent research published by Zoopla. This trend highlights

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Govt Hides Renters Act Impact

Nikka Sulton 

A growing dispute has emerged between the UK government and leading property technology firm Reapit over the transparency of the Renters’ Rights Bill, particularly concerning its potential effect

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July Asking Prices Hit 20-Year Low

Nikka Sulton 

Average asking prices for newly listed homes in the UK have seen a notable decline this month. According to figures released by Rightmove, prices have fallen by 1.2%,

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Tenants at Risk of More CCJs

Nikka Sulton 

A leading figure in the lettings industry has voiced growing concerns about the unintended consequences of the upcoming Renters Rights Bill. The new legislation, which is expected to

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NRLA Warns: London Rental Crisis Deepens

Nikka Sulton 

The number of properties available for private rent in London is shrinking, even though the demand for rental homes continues to grow. This troubling trend has been highlighted

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Renters’ Reform Bill Delayed Until Autumn

Nikka Sulton 

The Renters’ Rights Bill, a key piece of legislation affecting millions of tenants across the UK, is now expected to become law no earlier than this coming autumn.

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​​Rachel Reeves’ Mortgage Reform Gamble

Nikka Sulton 

​​Nationwide, the UK’s largest building society, has revealed plans to raise its limit on high loan-to-income (LTI) mortgage lending. As part of this move, the lender is adjusting

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Renters’ Bill Allows Surprise Checks

Nikka Sulton 

The rising popularity of serviced apartments attracts guests seeking hotel-like comforts while maintaining their privacy. To stand out among the competition and increase profitability, it’s crucial to enhance

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Barclays Drops Mortgage Rate to 3.75%

Nikka Sulton 

A mini mortgage price war is now fully underway, with major lenders cutting rates as low as 3.75%. This comes as both the government and the Bank of

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Rents Outpace House Prices with 6.7% Hike in June

Nikka Sulton 

Private rents across the UK continue to rise, though the pace is beginning to slow. According to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), average

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