The Renters’ Rights Act has officially received Royal Assent, marking one of the most significant reforms to England’s private rented sector in decades. The new law will ban Section 21 no-fault evictions, replace fixed-term tenancies with open-ended agreements, cap rent increases, and introduce tougher property standards under the updated Decent […]
Inventory Base, the UK’s leading platform for property reporting and compliance, have analysed key housing and property policy developments from all four major UK political party conferences over recent weeks, revealing a clear divide between those prioritising hard targets and those favouring deregulation. With housing a central issue on the […]
Managing rental properties successfully requires careful planning and consistent maintenance. While interiors receive frequent attention, roofs are often neglected until serious problems occur. Unfortunately, even small issues can grow quickly, leading to large expenses, dissatisfied tenants, and loss of rental income. By recognising potential trouble early and investing in preventative […]
The latest research from Alexander Hall has found that the majority of aspiring homebuyers are being held back from applying for a mortgage due to common misconceptions about affordability, deposits and eligibility. The survey of aspirational homebuyers yet to enquire about a mortgage – commissioned by Alexander Hall – found that many […]
Short-term rentals have become a popular way for property investors to increase returns, particularly through platforms like Airbnb. While the potential for higher yields compared to traditional letting is clear, the mortgage process can be more complicated. Not every lender is willing to accept short-term rental income, and those that […]
New research from Excellion Capital, the boutique debt advisory and investment firm, reveals that HMOs sell for as much as 50% above the average house price, further increasing their investment potential after it was revealed that HMOs also create rental yields of up to 12.5%. After previous research from Excellion Capital […]
Maximising Your Home Sale: A Strategic Guide to Presentation, Pricing, Marketing, and Market Analysis Selling a home is more than listing it online and hoping for the best. It’s a strategic endeavour that requires thoughtful presentation, savvy pricing, compelling marketing, and a deep understanding of the current real estate market. […]
Analysis by home selling experts, Open Property Group, reveals how sellers can benefit from the speed and efficiency of a cash buyer without having to accept a lower price. Selling your home to a cash buyer is a good way of achieving a speedy sale. Cash buyers do not depend on […]
The property market got back to business as usual in May after April’s hard reset. Says Jonathan Hopper, CEO of Garrington Property Finders. He continued “Nationwide’s data shows that average prices swung back into growth territory last month, more than making up for April’s slight loss and pushing the annual rate of […]
The housebuilding sector will see considerable change if, as intended by the previous government, changes are made to replace the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) with the Future Homes Standard (FHS). With every indication that the government intends to roll out this change, it is interesting to consider its wide-ranging impact. I […]
