The Renters’ Rights Bill has successfully passed its second reading in the House of Lords, marking an important step forward in the legislative process. The Bill will now
Renters’ Rights Bill Clears Second Reading in Lords
Mortgage Rates May Drop Below 4% This Year
Nikka Sulton
The Bank of England is likely to reduce interest rates more sharply and swiftly than the markets currently anticipate, according to forecasts from two major US banks. Morgan
City Licensing Regime Extended by Five Years
Nikka Sulton
Worcester Council has announced the renewal of its scheme aimed at improving the standards of rented housing, extending it for another five years. The initiative, which has been
Two Lenders Cut Rates Before Bank of England Decision
Nikka Sulton
Two major lenders have announced mortgage rate reductions ahead of the Bank of England’s expected interest rate decision later this week. Barclays has confirmed rate cuts on some
Council to Cover Rent and Deposit for Eligible Tenants
Nikka Sulton
Mansfield council has announced the launch of an innovative scheme aimed at reducing homelessness by working closely with private landlords. This initiative is specifically designed to assist individuals
US Banks: UK Interest Rates to Fall Faster
Nikka Sulton
The Bank of England is likely to cut interest rates far faster and further than markets currently expect, according to predictions made by two major US banks. Morgan
Best Buy-to-Let Mortgages: Fixed or Tracker Rates?
James Nicholson
TL;DR. The lowest advertised 2-year fixed buy-to-let rate is rarely the cheapest deal overall — the headline rate is usually bought down with a big arrangement fee (often
Tax and Stamp Duty Burdening Property Investors
Nikka Sulton
Hargreaves Lansdown’s latest analysis delivers concerning news for property investors. The data, released by HMRC, reveals a sharp rise in residential stamp duty receipts, with Q4 2024
Cheapest Mortgages Now Three-Year Fixes
Nikka Sulton
Three-year fixed-rate mortgages are becoming an increasingly popular option, despite being less common than the more traditional two- or five-year deals. What makes them particularly attractive right now
UK House Prices Edge Up in January Amid Borrowing Costs
Nikka Sulton
In January, the UK’s house price growth showed a significant slowdown, with prices rising by just 0.1% month-on-month to £268,213, following a more robust 0.7% gain in December.