What is the next scheme that will light a fire underneath the UK property market?
Now the Stamp Duty deadline has passed we are seeing just how much of an impact the tax break had on driving activity in the UK property market since the turn of the year. According to recent reports from respected property portals, such as Rightmove, 2021 has seen the most active first half of a […]
Fake estate agency reviews could be made illegal
The government reportedly plans to make it illegal for people to write or host fake reviews about companies, including estate agents. Under the proposals put forward by the government, regulators would be given greater support to clamp down on tactics designed to manipulate consumers looking for services and goods online. Click on this link to […]
Less is more for buy-to-let landlords
There are few areas of the market that seem to attract as much speculation as buy-to-let. Despite the fact that private rental accommodation accounts for more than a fifth of the UK’s total housing stock, the arrival of any new piece of regulation or tax change seems to trigger a wave of commentary hailing the […]
Help and support for landlords
Watch videos, sign up for email alerts and register for free webinars to learn more about paying tax and keeping records as a property landlord. Information and help from Gov.uk for landlords. Click this link to go to the Government website.
COVID-19 and renting: guidance for landlords, tenants and local authorities
This guidance provides advice to landlords and tenants on the provisions in the Coronavirus Act 2020, and further advice for landlords, tenants and local authorities more broadly about their rights and responsibilities during the COVID-19 outbreak. Click this link to go to the Government website.
Buy-to-let mortgage: is it illegal to rent a house out without one?
For every professional landlord with a thriving (and sizeable) property portfolio, there is another who fell into the sector by accident. Frequently those who are upsizing or moving in with a partner will choose not to sell their original property, leaving an empty flat or house to be rented out. Click on this link to […]