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“Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, the chancellor and business secretary have written to the UK’s main regulators asking them to come up with ideas for reform that could boost economic growth.”
The regulators that received the letters …

What type of landlord insurance do I need?

As a landlord, you may be thinking about adding extra cover for your landlord insurance.
Standard landlord insurance covers risks against your property usually including building insurance which covers the basic structure of your property, including p…

Housing market to be busy in 2025 but doubts cast over Labour’s 1.5 million homes target

The property market in 2024 saw huge uncertainty due to the general election and the Budget but stamp duty changes and potential interest rate cuts could provide some relief next year.
Leaders Roman Group say the first half of 2025 will be busy as buy…

Property Answers: What’s Next For 2025?

Property Answers end of year round-up and what is next for 2025?
John Howard and I provide Property Answers to your Property Questions. Click on the video below:
You can also join us at the next Baker Street Property Meet Tues 30th April: Network with …

Corporate landlords will replace buy to let landlords next year

More corporate landlords will enter the private rented sector in 2025, as they are less impacted by new rules and regulations, while buy to let landlords will leave the sector, claims Leaders Romans Group.
According to the lettings and sales agency

Scottish Greens urge landlords to stop evictions during winter

The Scottish Greens are demanding that ALL landlords halt evictions during the winter months to show “compassion and kindness.”
The party, which was in a coalition with the SNP, previously supported an eviction ban that lasted until March this year

First-time buyers rush to beat stamp duty changes before April 2025

First-time buyers (FTBs) faced a challenging property market in 2024, but next year could see a surge of buyers before the stamp duty deadline in April.
According to Moneybox, 34% of first-time buyers are planning to become homeowners in 2025.

Londoners staying put as fewer move to areas outside the capital

Fewer Londoners are leaving the capital as purchases outside London hit their lowest in a decade, according to Hamptons.
A report by the estate agents reveals that Londoners bought 5.7% of all homes sold outside the capital in 2024

How Good Is Your Accountant? Essential Questions for Landlords

I highly recommend that all landlords ask their accountant one very simple question. The answer will reveal whether your accountant truly understands the nuances of rental property business accounting or whether they might inadvertently cost you money—…

Why 2025 Is the Perfect Storm for Commercial Property Profits

Discover five hidden gems in commercial property for 2025! We’ll explore market trends, regional variations, and strategies for maximising returns in this ever-changing landscape.
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The resurgence of office spaces and retail demand in…

NRLA slams Prime Minister for criticising landlords amid housing crisis

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has hit back at the Prime Minister for blaming landlords for rising rents.
The NRLA says Keir Starmer needs to recognise the important role landlords play in the housing sector, rather than focusin…

House prices reach record high in 2024 with further growth expected in 2025

House prices hit record highs this year, with further price rises expected in 2025, according to Halifax.
The bank reports that property prices rose to £298,083 following annual growth of +4.8%, with transaction volumes returning to pre-pandemic levels.

Council considers extending HMO licensing scheme to improve housing standards

Worcester City Council says, despite the “majority of HMO landlords”, following the rules an additional licensing scheme could be introduced.
Worcester landlords are being asked for their views on whether a licensing scheme designed to improve standar…

Tenants tighten their belts this Christmas amid rising costs

More than 73% of tenants claim to feel more financial strain during Christmas, as they struggle with the cost-of-living crisis.
According to Zero Deposit, expectations to spend more during Christmas and New Year on outgoings such as social occasions a…

Small minority of landlords aware of EPC points system

Only 5% of landlords know about the numerical points system when it comes to EPC ratings, according to epIMS.
An EPC rating is graded alphabetically from A to G. However, a point system determines the rating.

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