Landlords could receive tax breaks to sell up
The government is considering giving landlords a capital gains tax break to encourage them to sell second homes, according to reports.
Oxford landlords frustrated by licensing scheme
Landlords in Oxford disagree with the need for a licensing scheme, which was given the green light by the government a month ago.
Buy-to-let rates rise again
The cost of buy-to-let mortgages are climbing in line with rising Bank of England base rates, indicating that waiting longer to get a mortgage will see landlords pay higher interest rates.
Landlords prioritise local knowledge over profits and EPCs
Landlords tend to buy properties based on familiarity with the local area rather than factors like Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings or profits, research from Paragon Bank shows.
Aldermore launches buy-to-let range
Aldermore has relaunched its buy-to-let range, offering both 2 and 5-year fixed rates starting from 3.28% to 75% loan-to-value.
Ukrainian refugees falling out with their hosts
Some Ukrainian families are falling out with their hosts after being matched up by the Homes for Ukraine scheme, community organisations have warned.
Housing minister to address landlords at NRLA conference
The housing minister behind the Renters Reform Bill, Eddie Hughes, will address landlords at the inaugural National Landlord Conference later this year.
Bond Wolfe returning to “in the room” auction in Birmingham
Investors wanting to buy a property with Bond Wolfe can attend the first in-person auction in two and a half years on Thursday 21 July.
Prices now £55,000 higher than pre-pandemic
The price of property coming to market has increased by £55,000 in the past two years to reach a staggering £367,501, Rightmove’s House Price Index shows.
Hampshire Trust Bank unveils bridge EPC refurb product
Hampshire Trust Bank (HTB) has introduced a product for investors looking at improving the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of their property via refurbishment.
