The government has confirmed plans to implement a key provision of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act next week, a move expected to provide leaseholders with greater flexibility
Govt Pushes Leasehold Reform Forward
Nationwide: High Rents Worsen Affordability Crisis
Nikka Sulton
Housing affordability in the UK has shown only a modest improvement over the past year, as reported by Nationwide. However, this progress offers little relief, with affordability remaining
Buy-to-Let Possessions Surge 73% in a Year
Nikka Sulton
UK Finance has recently released data showing that there were 710 buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage possessions in the third quarter of 2024. This figure remained consistent with the previous
Rogue Landlord in Court Over HMO Neglect
Nikka Sulton
The penalties for getting it wrong are severe — which is why many landlords are looking at how to legally avoid an HMO licence rather than risk non-compliance.
Buy-to-Let Mortgage Rates Set to Rise – What to Know
Nikka Sulton
Buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage rates have seen a gradual increase following the Autumn Budget, according to a specialist lender. This upward trend has sparked concerns about potential further hikes,
Govt. Orders Landlords to Register Short Lets
Nikka Sulton
The government has revealed plans to introduce a statutory registration system for hosts of all short-lets, with implementation expected “very soon.” Chris Bryant, a government minister, explained that
Barclays Hikes Rates: Broker Calls for Government Action
Nikka Sulton
Barclays is the latest major bank to implement a rise in interest rates on its fixed mortgage deals, with a new increase set to take effect tomorrow. The
Landlord Fined for Failing to Provide Safety Paperwork
Nikka Sulton
Landlord Fined for Failing to Provide Safety Paperwork A landlord was found guilty in his absence by a court after the local council raised concerns regarding the safety
Top Prospects for House Price Growth in 2025
Nikka Sulton
New analysis from Zoopla has revealed that the housing markets in Scotland and Northern England are expected to experience the best prospects for house price growth in 2025.
2020’s Biggest House Price Bounce Hits First-Time Buyers
Nikka Sulton
According to property website Rightmove, the average price of a UK home has experienced its largest increase in the new year since 2020. In January, the average house