Pressure is mounting on the government to increase Capital Gains Tax (CGT), with critics arguing that investment gains should be taxed at similar levels to earned income. Lord
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Generation Rent Names New CEO
Holly Williamson has been appointed as the new chief executive of Generation Rent, taking over from Ben Twomey, who led the organisation for the past three years. Her
Landlords Tighten Tenant Checks
Landlords are becoming more cautious when selecting tenants and increasing rents as rising operating expenses and new regulations put further pressure on the private rental sector, according to
Interest Rate Predictions for 2026
The Bank of England’s next interest rate decision is scheduled for 30 July, with homeowners, landlords, investors and businesses all watching closely. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will
Landlords Face MTD Deadline
Landlords earning more than £50,000 from qualifying income have until 7 August 2026 to submit their first quarterly update under the government’s Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income
Burnham Set to Drop Rent Control Plans
Reports suggest Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to abandon proposals for private rent controls before they are introduced, following concerns about the potential impact on the private
Section 21 Reform: Get It Right or Risk It
As the deadline for serving new Section 21 possession claims approaches, landlords across England are rushing to submit applications before the current rules come to an end. The
Tenants Back Rent Controls Despite Risks
A new survey of renters has revealed strong support for introducing rent controls, with many tenants backing the idea even if it leads to fewer landlords operating in
House Price Growth No Longer Certain
Annual house price growth is becoming increasingly uncommon across the UK, with only a small proportion of properties recording consistent increases in value over the past five years.
UK House Price Inflation Cools to 2.7%
The pace of UK house price growth slowed during May, as higher mortgage costs, political uncertainty and changing market conditions continued to influence buyer confidence. According to the