Insights into the Extended Renters Reform Bill

The latest version of the Renters Reform Bill has undergone significant expansion, now spanning a comprehensive 15 pages, with detailed amendments meticulously integrated during the committee stage in

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HMRC Helpline Criticized for Poor Assistance

According to a business consultancy, there are concerns about the effectiveness of the HMRC Self-Assessment helpline, particularly in assisting those nearing the tax return deadline. Sarah Coles, Head

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2024 Outlook: Soft Landing No Full-Scale Recovery

In 2023, the housing market demonstrated unexpected resilience, as highlighted by Nationwide. Despite facing challenges, the market has not fully recovered, and prospects for 2024 remain tempered due

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New Landlord Licensing Scheme Proposed by Local Council

Gedling council in Nottinghamshire is set to undergo a consultation process for the renewal of its existing selective licensing scheme. This scheme, initially introduced in 2018 and subsequently

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Beware: Banning Order Issued Against Rogue Landlords

The latest RICS Residential Survey, released today, presents a cautiously improved outlook for the housing market. This shift in sentiment is underpinned by a slight easing in mortgage

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Government Consults on New Energy Rating Rules for EPCs

The UK government has initiated a public consultation to explore a comprehensive revision of the current home energy rating system, with the intention of replacing the longstanding Standard

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Anticipating Rent Trends: Activists’ View on UK Markets

Generation Rent claims to have analyzed and predicted the prospective rental rates for the coming two years. According to these activists, the trajectory indicates a 14% surge in

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Rogue Landlord Hit with Massive Rent Repayment Order

In London, a landlord is confronted with a significant penalty—a rent repayment order spanning 12 months—due to the failure to license their HMO. This stern action follows the

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Tory MPs Push for Government Action on Airbnb Regulations

A coalition of Conservative MPs, predominantly representing constituencies in Cornwall, has taken a unified stand to lobby the government, urging a comprehensive crackdown on the proliferation of Airbnbs

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Gove Greenlights Extensive UK Licensing Scheme

In an upcoming development, almost every landlord letting out properties within a London borough is poised to face a new regulatory requirement – obtaining a selective license. This

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