October 1, 2024
EPC C for rental properties by 2030
Labour indicates that rental properties will require a minimum EPC rating of C by 2030.
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September 26, 2024
Government renters bill overview
Full details of the Government's Renters Rights Bill have been published. As a landlord, I believe there are some fair points and some not-so-fair. Let's take a look at the key points.
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September 24, 2024
Bank of England Governor expects interest to fall
Andrew Bailey, the Governor of the Bank of England, has suggested he expects interest rates to fall but is not so open to suggesting when. However, let's take it as good news.
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September 21, 2024
Most in demand area for tenants
Tenants have struggled in various ways in the last few years; rising rents and reduced supply of properties are key, among others, despite recent suggestions that Labour is turning landlords away with planned changes in legislation. The market is still there, and some areas are struggling with demand.
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September 18, 2024
Inflation holds at 2.2% in August 2024
Inflation remained steady at 2.2% in August 2024. There was hope it would dip below 2% by this point in the year, but holding instead of increasing is still welcome. It's still good news for interest rates, we hope.
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September 4, 2024
Grenfell Tower Enquiry Report
Today, the Grenfell Tower Enquiry Report was released. Am I surprised at the outcome? No, but I am surprised at just how scathing the report has been of everyone, right up to the government level.
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