A major council tax change aimed at second home owners in Edinburgh has been put on hold just days after it was introduced, marking a swift policy reversal
Labour U-Turn on Property Tax After Eight Days
Millions to Tackle Rogue Landlords
Nikka Sulton
Local councils across England are set to receive a major funding boost as the government prepares for the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act on 1 May. The
Tenants Get First Refusal Under Election Pledge
Nikka Sulton
Private tenants in Scotland could soon be given a greater opportunity to step onto the property ladder, following a new election pledge that aims to reshape the way
How Tenants Can Claim Rent Repayment
Nikka Sulton
The UK government has released detailed guidance to help tenants challenge landlords through rent repayment orders, a key measure under the Renters’ Rights Act. The changes come as
Leasehold Reforms at Risk from Legal Challenge
Nikka Sulton
Leasehold reform, one of Labour’s flagship housing policies, is now facing a period of uncertainty after a group of major landowners secured the right to appeal the legislation
No-Fault Evictions Surge Ahead of Ban
Nikka Sulton
Section 21 no-fault evictions have risen significantly in recent months, as landlords across England and Wales move quickly to act before the upcoming ban takes effect on 1
Investor Exodus Pauses Amid New Rules
Nikka Sulton
Recent research from lettings technology platform Goodlord reveals that the pace of landlord exits in the UK is slowing, as many property investors take a cautious approach amid
Mortgage Rates Likely to Stay High
Nikka Sulton
Mortgage rates in the UK are expected to remain high for the foreseeable future, despite some signs that recent upward pressure may be easing. Financial analysts point to
UK House Prices Fall Amid Middle East Conflict
Nikka Sulton
UK house prices experienced a period of uncertainty in March as the housing market showed signs of slowing. This slowdown has been influenced by the ongoing conflict in
Stricter Tenant Checks Under Renters Rights Act
Nikka Sulton
Landlords across England and Wales are gearing up to tighten their tenant selection processes as new eviction rules are set to come into force next month. The Renters