Bank of England votes 8-1 to keep Base Rate at 5%

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Despite the US Federal Reserve yesterday deciding to lower the target range for the federal funds by 0.5% (to a range of 4.75% to 5%) leaving more headroom, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted 8-1 to maintain the Base Rate at 5%.

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How to Find Contractors for Landlord Grants in the UK

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Navigating the process of applying for government grants for property improvements as a landlord can be challenging. One of the biggest obstacles is finding contractors who not only perform the necessary work but also have the expertise to guide you through the grant application process.

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£2 Billion Tax Drop: What Landlords Are REALLY Doing

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Discover the real impact of a £2 Billion Tax Drop on landlords and what it means for you as a savvy property investor! In this engaging episode, Ranjan Bhattacharya and Andrew Roberts deep dive into the latest property news, revealing key shifts in the property market that are shaping the future of investments.

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How to deal with an unresponsive tenant?

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Hi all, please can you offer some suggestions. My tenant does not respond to emails or telephone calls very often and when he does it’s always difficult to arrange a convenient day/time, even for external work.

There are numerous issues at the property including holes in the wall

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Generation Rent blames landlords for soaring rent prices outpacing wages

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Generation Rent claims “landlords are snatching away more of renters wages” as rent prices continue to outpace wages.

According to the Office of National Statistics (ONS) Rental Price Index, private rents rose by 8.4% in the year to August 2024

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Property expert reveals the truth behind landlord exodus and top tips for preventing e-bike fires

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Is the supposed landlord exodus just a myth?

In an exclusive interview with Property118, property expert Julie Ford says the doom and gloom of the media is exaggerated and landlords are still continuing to invest in property.

Julie also tells Property118 about the risks of e-bike fires and how a few disposable vape batteries led to disaster for one rental property.

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Landlords urged to prioritise inventories to avoid costly disputes

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Landlords and letting agents are being urged to carry out property inspections to avoid problems with damage or deposit disputes.

A poll by Inventory Base found that 30% of tenants didn’t get an inventory done before moving into their current rental property

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Revealed: Renters’ Rights Bill’s Hidden Loopholes

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Unlock the secrets of the property market with our latest video: Dive into the the intricate world of property investment, uncovering the loopholes in the new Renters’ Rights Bill that could shift the balance in favor of tenants. You’ll gain insight into property trends

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Landlords face tougher eviction rules and long wait times

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A property expert warns of “bad news for landlords” as Labour reforms could see tenants who don’t pay rent stay for three months.

Paul Shamplina from Landlord Action told the Daily Telegraph that under the Renters’ Rights Bill

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Renters Rights Bill is closing in, and your rental property is at risk—don’t wait, act now before it’s too late

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My tenant’s been paying me £1,200 a month, but the market rent now is £1,500 – and with my mortgage rates going up, it’s hard. On top of that, he owes me £7,000 in rental arrears.

You’re probably wondering

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