‘Uncertain Times’ Boost Tenant Demand for Rented Accommodation
According to Haart, there has been a sharp rise in demand from people looking to rent property amid political and…
One Person Households Predicted to Increase by 26%
Should we be building more one-bedroom homes? The latest figure from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) predicts that by…
Communication is the Key to Staying on Top of Rent Arrears
As with many problems that may arise in daily life, communication seems to be key to avoiding rent arrears. Many…
Rent Protection Scheme Likely Not to be Providing Full Protection
In April 2019, new rules will come into place with the aim in mind to protect rental money paid by…
Amount of Buy to Let Tenants Negotiating Rent Reductions is Increasing
According to figures from ARLA Propertymark, the number of buy-to-let tenants successfully negotiating rent reductions increased significantly in October. Current…
Call to Chancellor to Reconsider Additional 1% Stamp Duty Levy
With the Government planning to introduce an additional Stamp Duty levy of 1% on non-resident purchases, property investors are voicing…
Does Section 24 Mean You Should Sell Your Property?
Most landlords still find it hard to believe that former Chancellor George Osborne introduced Section 24 of the Finance (No.…
Tinder-style Lettings App Could Improve Living Situations for Tenants
Many tenants can fall out over problems such as paying bills, keeping up with rent payments or not doing the…
Average Rents Near London’s Elizabeth Line Up Substantially Since Construction Began
Average rents along the Elizabeth line have increased at more than double the rate of the London average over the…
November Property Activity Index shows Seasonal Slowdown
Agency Express has released its November Property Activity Index, revealing a slowdown in the market – an unsurprising development, as…