The government’s proposed plans to improve the energy efficiency of privately rented homes have come under fire for being unrealistic and unachievable. This concern was raised by the
Landlords Reject Starmer’s Energy Targets
Landlord Mortgage Rates Drop
Nikka Sulton
Landlords across the UK are beginning to see the benefit of a wave of mortgage rate reductions, with many brokers suggesting that now may be an opportune moment
Rayner’s Reform Sparks Rent Hikes
Nikka Sulton
Nearly half of UK buy-to-let landlords are planning to raise rents in response to the incoming Renters’ Rights Bill, according to fresh data from Landbay. The survey found
Northern Buy-to-Let Hotspots for Landlords
Nikka Sulton
Buy-to-let investment continues to show strength in the North of England, according to recent research by estate agency Hamptons. Despite ongoing pressures within the property market, the northern
BoE Governor Expects Interest Rates and Pay to Fall
Nikka Sulton
The Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, has indicated that interest rates are still expected to decline, despite uncertainties in the global economy. His comments came
UK Mortgage Approvals Fall for Third Straight Month
Nikka Sulton
The number of mortgage approvals for home purchases in the UK saw a steeper decline than expected in April, suggesting a shift in market behaviour following the end
Three Major Banks Raise Mortgage Rates
Nikka Sulton
Three major lenders have raised their mortgage rates in the past 24 hours, adding to growing concerns among borrowers about the rising cost of home loans. Halifax, Accord,
Tenants Ready to Push Back on Rent Rises
Nikka Sulton
Recent research from Leaders Romans Group (LRG) has found that just over half of tenants—53%—are prepared to challenge rent increases as the Renters’ Rights Bill moves forward in
Rent Rises Allowed for EPC Costs, Says Labour
Nikka Sulton
Labour has confirmed that landlords will be permitted to pass the cost of mandatory Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) upgrades onto tenants. According to a report by the Daily
Calls for Winter Eviction Ban Rise
Nikka Sulton
Although we’re only in the early days of June, some politicians are already raising concerns about what lies ahead for vulnerable renters during the colder months. There is