With a number of mortgage rate drops announced by major lenders in recent months – both before and after the base rate cut by the Bank of England to 5.0%, investors are understandably delighted. Leading lender Nationwide have actually dropped their five-year fixed rate to under 4% and other have now followed.
Continue reading Update on Mortgage Interest Rates and ProjectionsCategory: News
Renters’ Rights Bill vs Renters (Reform) Bill
The Renters (Reform) Bill was an important piece of legislation proposed by the former Conservative Government that was intended to improve the private rental sector.
Continue reading Renters’ Rights Bill vs Renters (Reform) BillEnergy efficiency: New targets announced by Labour
Ed Miliband, Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary, confirmed the plans last week that landlords have until 2030 to get their rented properties to an EPC ‘C’ rating.
Continue reading Energy efficiency: New targets announced by LabourRenting vs. Owning a Property in the UK: A Cost Comparison
The decision to rent or buy a home is one of the most significant financial choices many people will make in their lifetime. Both renting and owning a property in the UK come with their unique sets of costs, benefits, and drawbacks.
Continue reading Renting vs. Owning a Property in the UK: A Cost ComparisonWhat are the key differences between Statutory and Contractual Tenancy agreements?
In the UK, the legal landscape for renting residential property can be complex, with different types of tenancies offering varying levels of rights and obligations for both landlords and tenants.
Continue reading What are the key differences between Statutory and Contractual Tenancy agreements?General Election Update: Where do the Parties Stand on the Private Rented Sector?
With the general election less than two weeks away now and most details from their respective manifestos available, in this article we take a dive into where each party stands on the Private Rented Sector.
Continue reading General Election Update: Where do the Parties Stand on the Private Rented Sector?Election Update – Renters Reform Bill Will NOT Become Law
Since our last newsletter, there has been a snap General Election called by Rishi Sunak announced for the 4th July. Parliament has therefore now been dissolved.
Continue reading Election Update – Renters Reform Bill Will NOT Become LawTen ways that technology is changing the way with find and live in a home.
The property market has adapted and introduced many innovations in recent years that have made the process of moving home easier. In 2024, these innovations are reaching new heights, from virtual home tours to apps that help us manage our money better.
Continue reading Ten ways that technology is changing the way with find and live in a home.Tips to Help You Spot a Rogue or Fake Lettings Agency
Deciding which letting agency to use can be a daunting proposition. In many ways it’s similar to the process and thoughts we go through when choosing a contractor to do work on our property or buying a second-hand car.
Continue reading Tips to Help You Spot a Rogue or Fake Lettings AgencyTenancy fraud increases significantly
Tenancy fraud is on the rise. Back in July 2023, we wrote one of our most popular article about the potential for increased tenancy fraud – Most Common Lies on a Rental Application. So we thought we would give you some more information on this subject.
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