MPs Advised: Renters’ Rights Bill May Worsen Issues

Nikka Sulton 

The chief executive of the National Residential Landlords Association has taken the opportunity to address MPs directly, stating that confidence among landlords is currently at an all-time low.

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Stamp Duty Change Set to Spark Surge in First-Time Buyers

Nikka Sulton 

There’s growing anticipation of a surge in demand for smaller properties, particularly those being sold off by landlords. Rightmove has suggested that this is likely due to speculation

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UK House Prices Rise as Sellers Price to Sell

Nikka Sulton 

The average asking price for properties listed in the UK has seen a modest increase of 0.3% this month, equivalent to £1,199, bringing the total to £371,958. This

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HSBC Raises Rates on Some Mortgages, Cuts Others

Nikka Sulton 

HSBC has announced that it will raise rates on some of its cheapest mortgage products, while at the same time cutting rates on more expensive deals. This decision

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Properties for Sale Reach 10-Year High in a Buyer’s Market

Nikka Sulton 

The number of homes available for sale reached a ten-year high in October, as reported by Rightmove. The increase in available properties signals a shift in the market,

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Tax Concerns Drive Surge in Landlord Company Formations

Nikka Sulton 

Incorporation continues to be a popular choice among landlords, with 5,312 new limited companies established for buy-to-let properties across Britain last month.  Data analysis from Hamptons, a brand

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Landlord Faces £5,500 Penalty After Failed Appeal

Nikka Sulton 

A landlord has faced significant consequences after his appeal was rejected regarding a hefty fine for serious safety violations. Nazir Ahmed, a Cardiff-based landlord, was originally fined £37,000

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Tax and EPC Worries Affect Buy-to-Let

Nikka Sulton 

Landlords are currently experiencing uncertainty regarding their investments in new properties, primarily due to the looming possibility of increased Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rates and the implementation of

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Chancellor Unlikely to Raise CGT on Second Homes

Nikka Sulton 

In the lead-up to the Autumn Budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly focusing on a potential increase in Capital Gains Tax (CGT) applied to the sale of shares,

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ECB Cuts Rates as Lagarde Warns of Inflation Risks Ahead

Nikka Sulton 

The European Central Bank (ECB) has announced a reduction of its key interest rate to 3.25%, marking its third quarter-percentage-point cut this year. This decision reflects the ECB’s

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