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
Rent Rises Allowed for EPC Costs, Says Labour
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
House Prices Up Despite Stamp Duty Hike
Nikka Sulton
House prices increased by nearly £3,000 last month, according to the latest data from Nationwide Building Society. In May, the average property price reached £273,427, up from £270,752
Rent Arrears Rise as Tenants Struggle
Nikka Sulton
Average rent arrears have continued to rise, reaching £2,237 in the first quarter of 2025. This marks a significant 23% jump from £1,818 during the same period last
Half a Million UK Homes Face £510 Mortgage Rise
Nikka Sulton
Mortgage deals below 4% are rapidly disappearing as lenders respond to higher inflation and reduced expectations that the Bank of England (BoE) will cut rates significantly this year.
UK Sellers Cut £16K to Close Deals
Nikka Sulton
Homeowners across the UK are currently accepting offers around £16,000 below their original asking prices in an effort to secure a sale in what remains a buyer-friendly market.
Property Market Surges in May
Nikka Sulton
he UK property market has experienced its most active May in the past four years, according to fresh analysis from Zoopla. Their report highlights a notable rise in
Government Meets Yearly Housebuilding Target
Nikka Sulton
The Government’s housing agency, Homes England, has achieved its annual target for new homes built, despite ongoing concerns about the feasibility of its longer-term goal of 1.5 million
Land Registry Chaos: House Moves Delayed by Years
Nikka Sulton
Delays at His Majesty’s Land Registry have become so severe that they’re now disrupting homeowners’ ability to remortgage or sell their properties. One mortgage broker even reported dealing
Lenders Raise Rates Following Barclays Warning
Nikka Sulton
Mortgage rates across the UK are beginning to rise again as major lenders respond to the latest set of economic data. This development comes after a relatively calm