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Government launches EPC grants for landlords with rent increase ban

A new funding scheme for energy-efficiency improvements has opened to landlords in England, but landlords will be forced not to raise rents during the EPC works.
The Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme, which opens this week

Renters’ Rights Bill will shrink the student rental market, warns Propertymark

An industry body warns the Renters’ Rights Bill will have huge consequences for students and cause supply to plummet.
Research by Propertymark reveals many student landlords are worried about the abolition of fixed-term tenancies.
Propertymark also say…

Rents rise for a third consecutive month

Rents across England rose again in March, marking the third successive month of rises, Goodlord reveals.
Its latest rental index which is based on actual tenancy costs rather than listed rates, points to a robust 4.6% annual increase in rents.

Stamp duty hike will challenge PRS landlord investment plans

The higher stamp duty rates that came into effect this month will threaten landlord investment strategies, a survey reveals.
The lender Together found that 13% of the 11% of landlords who say they are planning to abandon the PRS this year

Just 2.5% of England’s PRS homes are affordable for housing benefit recipients

Just 2.5% of the private rented properties in England are within reach for tenants relying on housing benefit, research from Crisis reveals.
The charity says the figure, drawn from data between April and October 2024, paints a grim picture of affordabi…

Landlords could potentially exploit an eviction loophole in the Renters’ Rights Bill

A critical flaw may have been found in the Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) which might allow landlords to circumvent the ban on no-fault evictions, one firm says.
The analysis by Inventory Base reveals that while the legislation will abolish Section 21 &#82…

Unlocking Commercial Property Opportunities Through a SSAS Pension: A World of Opportunity

When people think of commercial property, it’s often seen as the preserve of big institutions or seasoned investors with deep pockets and even deeper knowledge. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
In fact, with the right approach

Possession Order Delay – Judge said 48 Hours, now facing 17-22 weeks wait?

Hi, I attended a possession hearing on 20th March, where the judge stated that the possession order would be issued within 24 hours and I should receive it within 48 hours. However, that has not happened.
I’m now away for two weeks

HMRC’s Making Tax Digital is a ‘step too far’ for many landlords

The government’s announcement that 900,000 sole traders and landlords must adopt the Making Tax Digital (MTD) initiative is a ‘step too far’ for many.
That’s the belief of ARLA Propertymark president Angharad Trueman who says th…

Which property will make a better return?

My goal is to get an income to replace my rental income. I have funds to cover the next few years but need to plan ahead. The choice is between a one-bed small freehold terrace vs a 3-bed leasehold flat
I was planning to sell my remaining BTL

Nearly half of landlords won’t sell properties – survey

Almost half of landlords have no plans to offload their rental assets within the next year, a study reveals.
The findings from buy to let lender Landbay found that 47% of landlords expressed no desire to part with any holdings.

Senior Conservatives and landlords ‘plot’ to block the Renters’ Rights Bill

Senior figures within the Conservative Party have allegedly engaged in confidential discussions with landlords to derail the government’s Renters’ Rights Bill, The Guardian reveals.
The meeting, which was arranged by shadow housing minister…

Scottish property taxes soar to £686.5m

Property taxes across Scotland have climbed to £686.5m over the past year, marking a huge 17.6% jump from the previous 12 months, research revels.
DJ Alexander Ltd, a lettings and property firm, highlights that revenues from the Land and Buildings Tran…

Four property firms expelled by Ombudsman for compensation failures

The Property Ombudsman (TPO) has revealed that it has expelled four property businesses for neglecting to compensate consumers.
The action involves three letting agencies and one residential leasehold management (RLM) firm, underscoring the regulator&#…

Shawbrook and TML unveil new BTL mortgage options

Shawbrook has introduced a fresh approach to fixed-rate renewals with its new product transfers, designed to benefit existing customers holding buy to let and commercial mortgages.
The service enables clients to adjust their fixed rate without needing…

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