English Private Landlord Survey: Why we are crucial to the housing market
With not a lot to do I read the publication of the English Private Landlord Survey and found it was an eye-opening and sobering experience.
In recent years, landlords have often been at the receiving end of criticism
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Landlords will need a new EPC for EVERY new tenancy
Private landlords in England and Wales will need to obtain Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) every time they rent to a new tenant, the government proposes.
And landlords of HMOs will need a new EPC every time they rent out a ROOM to a new tenant.
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Demand pushes house prices to a record high
House prices in the UK have climbed to a new record high, with the average property now costing £298,083, Halifax reveals.
This marks a 1.3% increase from October and a 4.8% annual rise.
Northern Ireland continues to lead the way with the strongest annual growth with prices going up 6.8%.
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BTL mortgage lenders announce rate cuts
Several leading mortgage providers have introduced rate cuts across their buy to let mortgage products.
Accord Mortgages has made reductions of up to 0.45% on certain three-year products for landlords, while two-year fixed rates have been lowered by up to 0.35%.
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Landlords, Fed Up with the Labour Government? Sell your Portfolio NOW
The never-ending onslaught of landlords, including the abolition of Section 21, tough EPC rules, and changes to stamp duty, have left landlords fed up and thinking of throwing in the towel.
The Labour government is the final nail in the coffin for many landlords who are overwhelmed with all the rules and regulations and want to get out of the market as soon as possible.
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Protecting Your Legacy: How to Navigate the New Inheritance Tax Rules on Pensions
The Autumn Budget has introduced a major shake-up in inheritance tax (IHT) rules for pensions. These changes could significantly impact how you plan to pass on your wealth.
The question is: are you prepared to protect your family’s financial security?
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Rent increase for tenant in situ?
Hi, I’m about to complete on a property that comes with a tenant-in-situ who has a periodic tenancy with the existing owner.
His current rent is significantly under market rate and as part of my offer on the property
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Paul Shamplina Wins ‘Seminar Speaker of the Year’ for a Record Fourth Time
Paul Shamplina, Founder of Landlord Action and a leading voice in the UK’s property sector, has been awarded ‘Seminar Speaker of the Year’ at the National Landlord Investment Show Awards 2024. This milestone win marks the fourth time Shamplina has received the honour
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Leveraging Bridge Lending to Expand Your UK Property Portfolio
Landlords in the UK face a range of challenges when managing tenancy agreements and ensuring the financial stability of their property investments. One financial tool that can help landlords navigate these challenges is bridge lending. Bridging loans can be an effective solution for landlords dealing with vacant periods
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Renters staying longer in homes despite insecurity concerns
Despite the Labour government’s view that tenants face insecurity due to no-fault evictions, the English Housing survey reveals that renters are staying in their homes for longer.
According to the 2023-24 English Housing Survey, private renters now spend an average of 4.6 years in their current home.
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