Renting has become more commonplace over the past 20 years or so, with 4.4 million households (18.7% of dwellings in England) occupied by private renters in 2020. A
Concerns Among Private Tenants on Property Conditions
Nikka Sulton
Recent findings from the TDS Foundation shed light on the challenges faced by private renters, with a significant 66% encountering issues related to the quality or condition of
Labour’s 25-Year Fixed Mortgages: Who Benefits?
Nikka Sulton
Labour has committed to a significant overhaul of the mortgage market, championing the introduction of 25-year fixed-rate mortgages for a large segment of homeowners. Rachel Reeves, the shadow
How To Make Money Flipping Property UK?
Nikka Sulton
House flipping is the process of purchasing, renovating, and selling a property to make a profit. While it can be lucrative, success requires careful evaluation of a property’s
Decoding the New Private Rental Ombudsman
Nikka Sulton
The identity of the service running the upcoming Private Rental Sector Ombudsman scheme has been thrown into doubt once more. The Renters Reform Bill promised that a scheme
Common Questions About Mortgage Interest Tax Relief
Nikka Sulton
The Section 24 tax changes signify a restriction on tax relief for finance costs associated with private landlords on residential properties, confining it to the basic rate of
Labour’s Move: Potential Regulation for Letting Agents
Nikka Sulton
Within the current legislative landscape, the Labour party is leveraging a Bill in progress through Parliament as a strategic avenue to introduce regulatory measures for lettings, estate, and
Easy Guide to Lease Options
James Nicholson
TL;DR A lease option lets you control and profit from a property now and buy it later at a price fixed today, often for an option fee as
Can Property Still Create Financial Independence?
Nikka Sulton
Property investors grapple with a crucial decision: whether to construct a large portfolio, potentially burdened with management complexities, or opt for a smaller, more manageable approach. The limitations
London Rental Market: Navigating Back to Stability
Nikka Sulton
Recent reports from lettings agency Foxtons and data consultancy LonRes suggest a return to pre-pandemic normality in London’s rental market. Foxtons highlighted a 24% month-on-month decrease in applicant
