The affordability crisis has been brewing “for decades”, say experts at the Resolution Foundation thinktank. The situation has worsened in recent years due to the after-effects of the Covid pandemic and the current economic crisis. Today, more than one million
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Whether you are selling up and looking for a new property project or taking your first step on the property developer or landlord ladder, knowing when to buy your new property is important. In the UK, there are some seasons
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Tenancy reforms and higher tax bills are looming around the corner, so landlords need to arm themselves with as much knowledge as possible. However, it’s not all doom and gloom – higher rental yields, along with other benefits, are on
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With rising prices, tax and changes to buy-to-let mortgages, I think it’s fair to say that landlords across the UK have a lot to consider. To add to this, they have a number of laws and regulations that they should
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With the Renting Homes Act 2016 set to come into force across Wales this December, it’s important to understand what the act means for you as a landlord. © MAVRITSINA IRINA / Shutterstock.com What is the new act? The Renting
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The BBC has created many iconic landlords over the years for its legendary drama series and comedy shows. Some of entertainment’s biggest stars, including John Cleese and the late Barbara Windsor, have featured on the BBC playing a landlord. Each
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Energy efficiency is now more important to landlords and tenants than ever before. Rocketing energy bills have impacted 22 million UK householders to date. From 1st October, bills increased again by a further 27% – meaning the average energy bill
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Choosing whether to rent out a furnished or unfurnished property is an important decision for any landlord. Even if you choose unfurnished, you should still provide certain essential items. Recent research reveals many tenants prefer to move straight into a
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No reputable landlord would wish to evict a tenant without due cause. In the event of rent arrears, particularly in today’s economic climate, landlords will normally work with their tenants to arrange an affordable repayment plan. However, sometimes, even the
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Economists suggest house prices are set to drop later this year, following the soaring property market of 2021. While they haven’t gone as far as predicting a major crash, the consensus is that the market is starting to cool. The
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