1.5m Homes Pledge Falls Short

The government has acknowledged that its ambition to deliver 1.5 million new homes in England before the next general election is now facing a significant challenge. Housing Secretary

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Rents Expected to Rise Faster by Year-End

Rents across the UK could increase more quickly during the remainder of 2026, with annual growth forecast to reach between 4% and 5% by the end of the

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8,553 Tenanted Homes Up for Sale

More than 8,500 properties currently being marketed for sale across England already have tenants living in them, according to analysis from The Letting Partnership. The research identified 8,553

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Rents Set to Rise Further

UK rents could continue rising as strong tenant demand meets a limited supply of available rental properties, according to the latest market assessment from the Royal Institution of

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Shelter Welcomes Database

Tenant campaign groups have welcomed the government’s new private rental database, describing it as a potential step towards greater transparency and accountability in the private rented sector. Generation

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Mortgage Rates Set to Rise Again

UK mortgage rates could be heading higher again as lenders respond to rising wholesale borrowing costs and growing uncertainty over the Bank of England’s next interest-rate decision. Mortgage

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HMRC Plans Major Property Tax Clampdown

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is increasing its focus on the property sector, with the potential tax at stake for major real estate businesses rising sharply over the

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Private Rental Register Launched

The government has revealed further details of its new national registration system for private landlords, which is set to begin rolling out across England from December 2026. The

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Average Landlord Earns £90,000 in Rent

The typical UK landlord portfolio is now generating almost £90,000 a year in gross rental income, according to new figures from Rushbrook. The estimated annual income has increased

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England Short-Lets to Face New Register

Landlords and operators of short-term holiday accommodation in England will be required to register their properties under a new mandatory scheme from March next year. The registration date

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