Landlords Hit by £11,713 EPC Bill

Landlords across the UK are increasingly exploring financing options as they prepare for potentially expensive energy efficiency upgrades required under proposed EPC regulations. According to the latest Landlord

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Burnham Tax Sparks Sale Fears

Reports suggest that Andy Burnham is exploring the idea of replacing both council tax and stamp duty with a new annual property tax linked to a home’s value.

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Housing Target Missed by Labour

Savills has warned that housing delivery in England is likely to fall well below government expectations over the next few years, with new homes completions forecast to average

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TMW Rolls Out EPC Support Pilot

The Mortgage Works is introducing a new pilot scheme aimed at helping landlords prepare for upcoming Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements expected to come into force from 2030.

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New Fines for Damp and Mould Issues

The UK Government has confirmed that landlords could face immediate fines of up to £7,000 for serious housing hazards, including severe damp and mould, as part of a

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BTL Rates Reduced

The buy-to-let mortgage market has become more competitive, with four lenders announcing rate reductions across a range of products aimed at landlords and property investors. The latest cuts

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Rental Sector Stays Stable

The housing minister has said that England’s private rented sector remains broadly stable, despite growing concerns that recent policy changes are encouraging some landlords to exit the market.

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Home Moving Reforms Set for Rollout

The UK Government has announced a wide-ranging package of reforms aimed at modernising the home buying and selling process in England, with the goal of making transactions faster,

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Fed Rate Hold Followed by Warsh Review

The US Federal Reserve has opted to keep interest rates unchanged in the range of 3.5% to 3.75%, following Kevin Warsh’s first policy meeting in charge of the

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House-Flat Price Divide at 30-Year High

Property buyers looking to move up the housing ladder are facing a growing challenge, as the price gap between flats and houses has reached its widest level in

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