Generation Rent is urging the government to introduce stronger protections for tenants in properties where landlords have received grants or loans to carry out Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
Push for Eviction Freeze After EPC Upgrades
Court Delays Cost Landlords £10,000
Nikka Sulton
Recent research shows that delays in possession proceedings are costing landlords heavily, with average losses now exceeding £10,000 per case across seven court areas. The findings underline the
Inflation Remains at 3% as Iran War Looms
Nikka Sulton
The Bank of England has opted to keep its base interest rate unchanged at 3.75%, a decision that had been widely expected by markets. Governor Andrew Bailey explained
Tenants Urged to Report Unlicensed Landlords
Nikka Sulton
Blackpool Council has issued a reminder to landlords that failing to comply with selective licensing rules could result in prosecution, marking a year since the scheme was first
Labour Eyes Increase in Property Taxes
Nikka Sulton
The Labour Party is reportedly considering a significant shake-up of the UK tax system, with proposals to raise Capital Gains Tax (CGT) to bring it more in line
Minister Retracts Claims About Landlord Exodus
Nikka Sulton
The UK government has recently altered its position regarding concerns over a “landlord exodus” from the private rented sector (PRS), now admitting that it lacks precise data on
Mortgage Mayhem Threatens New Buyers
Nikka Sulton
First-time buyers in the UK are facing a tightening mortgage market as lenders continue to reduce the availability of low deposit deals. Recent analysis has revealed that over
Iran Tensions Yet to Impact Property
Nikka Sulton
Buyer demand in the housing market has remained relatively stable despite the outbreak of conflict involving Iran, according to Rightmove. While global tensions have raised concerns, there has
Councils Hit by Rising Housing Costs
Nikka Sulton
Temporary accommodation is often seen as a short-term fix. However, in reality, it has become one of the fastest-rising costs within the UK housing system. Across England, councils
Middle East Conflict Cuts 1,500 Mortgage Deals
Nikka Sulton
The number of mortgage deals available to homeowners has dropped sharply in recent weeks, with nearly 1,500 products withdrawn from the market. According to recent analysis, this represents