Rayner’s U-Turn Sparks Landlord Pet Fears

Planned amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill are causing concern among landlords, particularly regarding the issue of tenants with pets. Under the new proposals, landlords will be forced

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MPs Push to Toughen Renters’ Rights Bill

New developments are emerging around the final stages of the Renters Rights Bill as it makes its way through Parliament, with several anti-landlord amendments now being proposed. Two

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End of Rental Boom Could Spell Trouble for Tenants

The surge in rental prices appears to have come to an end, according to the latest figures from Zoopla. Data from the property platform shows that average rents

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Two-Year Buy-to-Let Rates Dip Below 5%

Landlords are currently enjoying an unprecedented level of choice as the number of buy-to-let mortgage deals has reached a new record high, according to recent data. Moneyfacts, a

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Bank of England: Interest Rates Still Set to Fall

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has suggested that interest rates are still likely to follow a downward trend, though any reductions will be approached with caution. Speaking

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Mortgage Changes Could Help Buyers and Retirees

First-time buyers, self-employed individuals, and those borrowing into later life may soon benefit from potential changes to mortgage lending rules. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched a

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Where Homes Sell Fastest and Slowest in the UK

A recent analysis of how long it takes to sell a property in the UK’s 50 largest cities has revealed a wide variation in sale times. According to

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Interest-Only for First-Time Buyers: Good or Bad?

First-time buyers now have the option to purchase a home using an interest-only mortgage, provided they can put down a deposit of at least 20 per cent. This

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Council Seeks Landlord Input on Licensing Changes

Landlords in Woking are being invited to take part in a public consultation on a proposed Additional Licensing Scheme aimed at improving housing conditions in smaller shared homes.

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EPC Deadline Hits Landlords’ Fix Rate Deals

Buy-to-let lenders are beginning to reassess their approach to mortgage lending, particularly in regard to properties with lower energy efficiency ratings. This shift comes as part of their

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