Senior Advocate Generation Rent’s Reforms

An organization advocating for older individuals has embraced most of Generation Rent’s core demands. Independent Age is pushing for the prompt enactment of the Renters Reform Bill, which

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MPs Urge Annual Updates Local Housing

A cross-party House of Commons committee is urging for the automatic and yearly revision of Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates to address pressing affordability concerns. Since April 2020,

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Empty Homes Crisis: Property Expert’s Say

Lucy Alexander, renowned for her expertise on Homes Under The Hammer, has taken the lead in a fresh campaign aimed at addressing the persistent issue of vacant properties.

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Impact on Landlords’ Insurance

Insurance experts warn that short-let landlords are facing new hurdles in the wake of Airbnb’s global ban on security cameras within rental properties. Standard home insurance policies are

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Will House Prices Rise In 2024

If you’re considering buying or selling a home in 2024, it’s essential to stay informed. Recent reports indicate an uptick in housing market activity, with some suggesting potential

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Property Values Lag Thousands Below Peak in 2024

The average price of property coming to the market for sale has seen a 1.5% increase this month, amounting to £5,279, bringing the average price to £368,118. This

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Landlords Lettings Impact on Rising Rental Rates

In the recent market snapshot released by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), there’s a notable trend of increasing tenant demand, although the rate of growth appears

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Landlord-Tenant Agreements Amid Arrears

Several debt advice charities, including StepChange, Money Advice Trust, Citizens Advice, Christians Against Poverty, and the Law Centres Network, are urging Housing Secretary Michael Gove to take more

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Navigating Decreasing Tenant Demand

In February, Foxtons observed a noteworthy 20% year-on-year surge in new rental instructions, reflecting a dynamic trend in the rental market. The average rent saw a notable three

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Landlords’ Economic Impact: New Local Figures

New research conducted by specialist lender Aldermore unveils the significant financial contribution landlords make to local economies. Approximately eight out of ten landlords prefer utilizing tradespeople situated near

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