A Million Rental Homes Could Be Sold if Capital Gains Tax Rises, Experts Warn
In a move that could reshape the UK’s private rental sector, nearly a million homes may disappear from the rental market if Chancellor Rachel Reeves proceeds with a rumoured increase in Capital Gains Tax (CGT), industry experts have warned. The widely speculated tax hike, expected to be announced in Reeves’ upcoming Budget, has sparked concerns […]
Renters’ Rights Bill Could Increase Rents and Damage Housing Market
Last week, Parliament debated the Renters’ Rights Bill, a piece of legislation aimed at rebalancing the power dynamics between tenants and landlords. Its introduction marks a bold step by the Labour government, but the bill has ignited intense debate, with critics warning of unintended consequences that could destabilize the rental market. The bill proposes giving […]
Landlords Are Not Profiteering From Housing Crises Says Bank
Amidst the ongoing rental shortage in the UK, one might expect the government to offer support to landlords. After all, tenants are crying out for more accommodation, and landlords play a key role in meeting that demand. However, recent policy proposals appear to be making life harder for property investors, leaving many questioning the viability […]
New Research Reveals Evidence That Landlords Are More Optimistic
A majority of UK buy-to-let landlords remain optimistic about the future, with many planning to expand or maintain their property portfolios over the next year, according to new research from Butterfield Mortgages (BML). The study, conducted with 501 UK landlords, suggests confidence in the rental market remains strong despite recent economic challenges and flies in […]