Tories Propose Tax Breaks for Landlords, Aid for Buyers

The Conservative Party is set to outline its plans for homebuyers and property investors in their election manifesto, to be published today. The manifesto will feature a range

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Airbnb Limits Section 21 Ends and New Housing Policies

The Liberal Democrats have unveiled their manifesto for the upcoming election, outlining a range of measures aimed at addressing the housing crisis. Their plans include expanding tenants’ rights,

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UK Leasehold Market Faces Uncertainty Amid Rising Costs

UK house prices saw a slight dip last month, reflecting the impact of high borrowing costs on the property market. According to the Halifax house price index, the

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Renter Groups Criticise Labour’s First-Time Buyer Focus

Labour’s new mortgage guarantee scheme for first-time buyers has drawn immediate criticism from several left-wing renter groups. Announced as part of Labour’s Freedom To Buy initiative, the scheme

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Shocking Stats – 12 Buyers for Every Leasehold Property

Recent figures from Zoopla highlight a significant issue in the rental market. Although the demand for rental properties has slightly decreased over the past year, there are still

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Agency Oblivious to the End of Renters Reform Bill

Reposit, a deposit alternative product, will now be available to residents at five new Build to Rent sites through an expanded collaboration with four different providers. This strategic

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Generation Rent Calls for Labour to Make Evictions

Generation Rent has released new demands that go further than the original Renters Reform Bill, aiming to significantly reduce landlords’ rights. This move is part of a broader

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Landlords Are Still Seeing Great Returns

Recent tax and regulation changes have made it difficult for many landlords to remain in the sector, according to calculations by The Times. These changes have prompted significant

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High Lease Extension Costs – A Solution

Charity Shelter states that social rents are 64% cheaper than private rents, with social tenants in England paying an average of £828 less per month than private tenants.

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Stamp Duty Change Seen as “Missed Chance to Reform Renting”

A stamp duty change, set to take effect tomorrow, has been criticised as a missed opportunity to reform the private rental sector. This change involves the abolition of

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