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The UK property market attracted £2.2 billion in investment during the last quarter, a new high that reflects strong confidence among institutional and private investors alike. This figure surpasses previous quarterly records and indicates a renewed appetite for real estate asset
Calls to relax landlord licensing requirements come at a time when the UK housing market remains fragile. A prominent property investor has advised delaying any listing of homes until a projected market revival in 2027, signalling caution among those with significant exposure to
Bank lending for small-scale property investment has dropped sharply, according to recent data from UK lenders. This contraction is reshaping the market, with larger professional investors increasingly dominating access to finance. The decline in lending to smaller investors is n
Housing campaigners are pressing the incoming Prime Minister to introduce rent controls as a response to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. The Renters’ Reform Coalition argues that capping rents would provide immediate relief for tenants facing rising housing costs, while enabli
A recent council investigation that uncovered serious fire safety breaches, electrical hazards, damp, and general disrepair in a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) has resulted in a substantial fine for the landlord. This case highlights the increasing scrutiny local authorities
Nationwide’s latest data confirms a slowdown in the UK housing market, with annual house price growth easing to 1.7% in May, down from 3% in April. More notably, prices fell by 0.6% month on month, marking the first monthly decline this year. The average property price now stands
The UK government’s insistence that privately rented properties achieve a minimum EPC rating of C by 2028 remains a significant policy driver for the rental market. Energy Minister Martin McCluskey’s recent defence of the targets, citing cost and compliance as “fair and proportio
Propertymark’s support for enhanced landlord registration requirements in Northern Ireland signals a tightening regulatory environment for buy-to-let investors. The proposed inclusion of mandatory gas safety certificates, electrical inspections, and alarm system details in the re
The government’s decision to reject calls for stronger regulation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Old Bexley and Sidcup highlights ongoing tensions between local communities and property investors. More than 2,300 residents petitioned for increased oversight, reflectin
Recent data from Propertymark reveals that rental affordability has declined in the majority of UK regions, driven by rising rents outstripping wage growth. Over the past year to May 2026, average rental prices have increased notably, while average salaries have failed to keep pa
The latest surge in energy prices has sharpened the focus of UK property buyers and tenants on energy performance certificates (EPC). Rightmove’s data highlights that households in properties with the lowest EPC ratings face an additional £591 annual energy cost under the current
ModaMortgages has adjusted its limited-edition buy-to-let mortgage range, reducing rates modestly on two- and five-year fixed products. The headline move cuts five-year fixed rates at 75% loan-to-value by 10 basis points, now starting from 4.84%, with a smaller 5 basis point redu
