The Green Party has made headlines after approving a highly controversial policy at its annual conference — a motion to completely abolish private landlords in the United Kingdom.
Green Party Vows to End Landlord System
Home Buying Reforms to Speed Sales
Nikka Sulton
The UK Government has announced a landmark set of reforms aimed at transforming the homebuying process, describing it as the “biggest shake-up to the homebuying system in this
Tax Fears Freeze £500k+ Home Sales
Nikka Sulton
Labour’s hesitation over the Autumn Budget is already having a noticeable impact on the higher end of the housing market. Buyers and sellers are growing increasingly cautious, with
5% Deposit New Mortgage Option
Nikka Sulton
First-time buyers with only a 5 per cent deposit now have access to a new type of mortgage that combines repayment with interest-only borrowing. The product, introduced by
Leasehold Losing Buyer Appeal
Nikka Sulton
A growing number of flat owners are finding themselves in a difficult position, having to sell their homes for less than they originally paid. The appeal of single-storey
HSBC Lowers Mortgage Costs
Nikka Sulton
HSBC has announced reductions on a number of its mortgage products this week, while most other high-street banks and building societies have chosen to leave their deals unchanged.
Renters’ Bill ‘No Risk to Supply’
Nikka Sulton
Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has defended the Renters’ Rights Bill, insisting it is “fit for purpose” despite criticism from a key parliamentary committee. Responding to a written question
House Prices Climb Despite Tax Rumours
Nikka Sulton
House prices across the UK recorded another increase in September, according to data from Nationwide Building Society, even as speculation continues over possible property tax changes in the
House Price Warning Issued Ahead of Budget
Nikka Sulton
UK house prices rose more strongly than expected in September, defying predictions of only modest growth and highlighting the continued resilience of the property market. However, economists have
Call for Property Tax Rise in Reeves’ Budget
Nikka Sulton
A cross-party think tank has urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves to consider raising taxes on property as part of the upcoming November Budget. The think tank, Demos, has suggested