Landlords contemplating the sale of their properties have received guidance from Rightmove, suggesting that February is the optimal month to take the plunge. According to the portal, homes
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Concerns Among Private Tenants on Property Conditions
Recent findings from the TDS Foundation shed light on the challenges faced by private renters, with a significant 66% encountering issues related to the quality or condition of
Decoding the New Private Rental Ombudsman
The identity of the service running the upcoming Private Rental Sector Ombudsman scheme has been thrown into doubt once more. The Renters Reform Bill promised that a scheme
Labour’s Move: Potential Regulation for Letting Agents
Within the current legislative landscape, the Labour party is leveraging a Bill in progress through Parliament as a strategic avenue to introduce regulatory measures for lettings, estate, and
London Rental Market: Navigating Back to Stability
Recent reports from lettings agency Foxtons and data consultancy LonRes suggest a return to pre-pandemic normality in London’s rental market. Foxtons highlighted a 24% month-on-month decrease in applicant
Mortgages for Buy-to-Let Landlords Eyeing Light Refurbs
Suffolk Building Society has rolled out a new range of mortgage products tailored for private landlords embarking on refurbishment projects, such as upgrading bathrooms or kitchens. The innovative
Council’s Failures as a Social Landlord Under Scrutiny
The Housing Ombudsman, tasked with evaluating concerns related to social housing landlords, has uncovered instances of severe maladministration in four cases involving Croydon council. In Case A, a
Property Investors Stay Optimistic: Economic Challenges
Despite facing challenges such as inflationary pressures and fluctuations in mortgage rates over the past 12 months, a recent survey conducted by Together, a mortgage lender, reveals a
Tax Woes Propel Surge in Buy-to-Let Companies
In 2023, the property landscape saw a marked decrease in homes acquired by landlords. However, in contrast, there has been a substantial surge in the formation of limited
Verify Your Property Insurance Expiry Dates Now!
Landlords are well-aware of the legal obligation to renew gas safety certificates for their rental properties every 12 months. However, a crucial aspect often overlooked is ensuring that