Kensington introduces 85% LTV Buy to Let range

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Kensington have introduced a new Buy to Let range of 85% Loan to Value mortgages based on 2 and 5 year fixed rate terms.

2 year fixed rate options start at:

• 4.19% with a 1.5% completion fee that can be added to the loan and a maximum mortgage of £1,000,000.

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Blog: Universal Credit Full Service in operation

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As part of our ongoing work with the Department for Work and Pensions on Universal Credit the RLA was invited to spend the day with DWP staff at Widnes Job Centre Plus (JCP) to see how full service is working. Widnes JCP has been live with full service for 2 years and staff there are […]

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Proof of declining Accommodation levels, but no links made!

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We have seen statistics on the numbers of landlords exiting the PRS, citing costs imposed by the government including Section 24 mortgage interest relief restrictions and Licensing.

The statistics below showing the REDUCTION in the amount of accommodation is the ‘proof of the pudding.’

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Call of the Week- Registering with the ICO

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In the last month the Landlord Advice Team handled a record breaking number of calls from our members, most of these relating to the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation. Members were often concerned that we had advised that they could register with the ICO by June 14th 2018, rather than by May 25th […]

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Research shows the increase in use of Ltd companies post S24

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Research conducted and published by Precise Mortgages shows 38% of landlords will use limited companies to buy properties over the next year compared to 28% as individuals. This is in the wake of Section 24 mortgage interest relief restrictions.

42% of landlords with portfolios of more than four properties will be buying through a limited company

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Is completion date agreed in writing when we exchange contracts?

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I am buying a property for the 1st time doing the 5% gov scheme, we exchanged contracts , however there is nothing in the contract to say about the completion date. I bought it off plan, the property is still in construction

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National Volunteers Week: Landlords share what they do to volunteer

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Last week was National Volunteers Week, and some members of the RLA have been sharing what it is they do to volunteer in their local community. Whether its helping out at community events or taking the time to support children at local schools, our members are a charitable bunch. Have a read of what some […]

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LandlordZONE® achieves runner-up spot in UK landlord blog review

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Top Blog Spot:

The landlord property portal LandlordZONE®, which is a free to access comprehensive resource for landlords and letting agents, has achieved runner-up position after the Residential Landlord Associations’ (RLA) membership website blog in Feedspot’s major UK Landlord Blogs List.

LandlordZONE® was measured against thousands of UK Landlord blogs on the Internet using search and social metrics.

Feedspot urges landlords to subscribe to these websites “because they are actively working to educate, inspire, and empower their readers with frequent updates and high-quality information.�

The landlord blogs are ranked based on following criteria:

• Google reputation and Google search ranking
• Influence and popularity on Facebook, twitter and other social media sites
• Quality and consistency of posts.

Feedspot’s editorial team and expert review

Best 10 UK Landlord Bloggers

Feedspot says congratulations to every blogger that has made this Top 10 UK Landlord Blogs list!

“This is the most comprehensive list of best UK Landlord blogs on the internet and we’re honoured to have you as part of this! I personally give you a high-five and want to thank you for your contribution to this world,” says a spokesperson for Freespot.

Top 10 UK Landlord Blogs and Websites to Follow in 2018 – see the full list here

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