Landlords face the longest wait for possession in over two years, according to figures published by the Ministry of Justice.
Read MoreCourt delays leave landlords waiting eight months to reclaim properties
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Labour council wants to sting landlords £1,540 for small HMOs
Westminster council is launching a public consultation to renew its borough-wide Additional Licensing Scheme for smaller HMOs – with landlords expected to pay £1,540 for a licence to operate.
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In 2025, affordability and rental yield are topping the priority list for savvy buy-to-let investors.
Read MoreRenters Rights Bill – date set for final stage
Government business managers have agreed the date for the final stage of the Renters Rights Bill to be considered by MPs.
Read MoreLandlords face national insurance hike on rental income: Report
The Treasury is considering increasing taxes on landlords by adding national insurance on rental income ahead of the Chancellor’s autumn budget.
Read MoreMPs call for Lisa reform as strict rules stifle first-time buyers
An influential group of MPs has called for the Government to scrutinise the popular Lifetime Isa, amid claims the accounts disproportionately help well-off savers.
Read MoreBanks will offer first-time buyers ‘more firepower’ to get on property ladder
HSBC UK and First Direct have announced changes to their mortgage lending policies, to help some buyers take out bigger loans.
Read MoreHSBC cuts rate as other major lenders hike mortgage deals
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Read MoreUK house prices in surprise fall amid high mortgage costs
Average price for a home drops by 0.1% to £271,079 in August compared with July, according to Nationwide.
Read MoreZoopla: Property tax speculation creates uncertainty for a third of home buyers
Property tax rumours could impact homes valued at over £500,000, potentially triggering a housing market slowdown, Zoopla has warned.
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