Financial markets are anticipating that the Bank of England might implement an interest rate cut during its first Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of 2025. This potential move
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Major Bank: Mortgages Set to Get More Expensive
Earlier this month, Halifax made headlines by reducing its remortgage rates by up to 0.35%. This move was seen as a positive step for borrowers seeking to refinance
Landlords Still Selling, But Exoduses Are Over – Rightmove
Rightmove’s latest survey of the private rental market reveals that while some landlords are still leaving the sector, it is no longer a mass exodus as seen in
Landlords Risk Rent-Free Tenants
Knight Frank, a prominent real estate firm, has issued a strong warning about the potential ramifications of the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Bill, suggesting it could leave landlords vulnerable
Govt Pushes Leasehold Reform Forward
The government has confirmed plans to implement a key provision of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act next week, a move expected to provide leaseholders with greater flexibility
Nationwide: High Rents Worsen Affordability Crisis
Housing affordability in the UK has shown only a modest improvement over the past year, as reported by Nationwide. However, this progress offers little relief, with affordability remaining
Buy-to-Let Possessions Surge 73% in a Year
UK Finance has recently released data showing that there were 710 buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage possessions in the third quarter of 2024. This figure remained consistent with the previous
Rogue Landlord in Court Over HMO Neglect
A landlord operating a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) has been fined over £1,500 for failing to adhere to the conditions of their licence. Identified only as Mr
Buy-to-Let Mortgage Rates Set to Rise – What to Know
Buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage rates have seen a gradual increase following the Autumn Budget, according to a specialist lender. This upward trend has sparked concerns about potential further hikes,
Govt. Orders Landlords to Register Short Lets
The government has revealed plans to introduce a statutory registration system for hosts of all short-lets, with implementation expected “very soon.” Chris Bryant, a government minister, explained that