Labour Pledges Regulation for Lettings Agents at Last

Nikka Sulton 

Labour’s housing minister, Matthew Pennycook, has surprised the industry by pledging to regulate agents. This announcement comes as a significant shift in the government’s approach to the lettings

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Tax Worries Dampen Good Mortgage Rate News for Landlords

Nikka Sulton 

Buy-to-let fixed mortgage rates have reached their lowest levels since early September 2022, according to the latest analysis from Moneyfactscompare. This decline in rates presents a potential opportunity

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Landlords’ Tax Fears Eclipse Mortgage Rate Gains

Nikka Sulton 

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has highlighted urgent concerns in the rental market that it believes the Chancellor should address in tomorrow’s budget. These issues, the NRLA

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House Prices to Rise in 2025 Bigger Mortgages for Buyers

Nikka Sulton 

According to a leading mortgage lender, house prices are likely to rise significantly in the coming year, driven by falling interest rates that will enhance buyers’ borrowing capacity. 

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Will the Budget Fuel a Bumper Housing Market in 2024?

Nikka Sulton 

The most recent House Price Index from Zoopla indicates that 2024 could be a strong year for house sales. Increased incomes and the lowest average mortgage rates in

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Halifax and TSB Mortgage Rates Rise Before Rate Cut

Nikka Sulton 

Halifax has recently announced an increase in select five-year fixed mortgage rates, raising them by 0.08%. This change is particularly significant for first-time buyers and those looking to

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The Risks Landlords Face with Tenants Lacking Insurance

Nikka Sulton 

Rising numbers of renters opting out of home insurance present significant risks for both tenants and landlords, according to a property expert. As the rental market continues to

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Airbnb Listings and Crime: Exploring the Correlation

Nikka Sulton 

A recent study suggests a potential link between the number of Airbnb rentals in an area and the rate of robberies and violent crimes reported to the police.

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NatWest Announces Aggressive Mortgage Rate Cuts

Nikka Sulton 

Economists at Goldman Sachs have indicated that the Bank of England’s base rate, which currently stands at 5 percent, may soon experience a reduction. This forecast is rooted

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BoE Rate Cut to 2.75% Could Save Homebuyers £2.5k

Nikka Sulton 

Goldman Sachs economists are forecasting a significant cut to the Bank of England’s base rate, which could bring much-needed relief to homebuyers, businesses, and the broader economy. The

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