A newly released map has highlighted some of the cheapest postcodes in Britain, where properties are priced as low as £80,000. These areas are offering some of the
Britain’s Cheapest Postcodes: Where Homes Cost £80K
Why Are Fixed Rate Mortgages Rising After Bank of England Cuts?
Nikka Sulton
Five of Britain’s largest mortgage lenders have raised their rates, even though the Bank of England lowered interest rates last week. Santander, TSB, HSBC, Virgin Money, and Nationwide
Landlord Mortgage Possession Claims Rise Again
Nikka Sulton
Recent government data has revealed a notable increase in landlord possession claims in the third quarter of 2024, compared to the same period last year. This surge indicates
Crisis: 40% of Landlords to Sell Next Year
Nikka Sulton
New data has brought to light the ongoing and worsening shortage of homes available to rent, a situation that continues to fall short of meeting the ever-increasing demand.
Labour Set to Miss New Homes Pledge, Says Official
Nikka Sulton
Labour has made a bold commitment to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029, promising the “biggest growth in social and affordable housebuilding in a generation.” However, this
Short Let Landlords to Collect Visitor Tax New Proposals
Nikka Sulton
The Welsh Government is preparing for a significant shift in how short let landlords, particularly those using platforms like Airbnb, manage their properties. This change will likely require
Landlords Face Possession Challenges as Tenants Hold Power
Nikka Sulton
Commercial property landlords have recently been warned about the increasing difficulties they may face when attempting to regain possession of their properties from tenants. Legal experts are advising
Council Issues 22 Penalties and Relaunches Licensing
Nikka Sulton
Gedling Council has announced the relaunch of its selective licensing scheme, which had previously concluded last year. The original scheme, which was first introduced in 2018, saw an
Councils to Gain Greater Control Over Empty Properties
Nikka Sulton
Next month, councils will be granted new powers aimed at revitalising high streets and addressing the growing issue of long-term vacant shops. The government claims these powers will
Landlords Increasing Rents to Cover EPC Improvement Costs
Nikka Sulton
A recent survey conducted by a mortgage lender has revealed a concerning trend in the buy-to-let market, with over two-thirds of private landlords reporting that they own at