Report stage and third reading of the Renters’ Rights Bill (127 of 2024–25), as amended in public bill committee, are scheduled for 14 January 2025.
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Renters’ Rights Bill update: more progress expected this month
The Renters’ Rights Bill – previously titled the Renters’ Reform Bill under the Conservative government – has been named as a priority for Labour with a new key date now revealed.
Read MoreFive key updates landlords should prepare for in 2025
The New Year is here, and it’s fair to say that 2025 is shaping up to be a hugely significant year when it comes to legislative changes affecting private landlords.
Here, we round-up what we can expect in 2025, and how the NRLA can support you through the changes.
Read MoreBuy to let lending set to soar – IMLA
The Intermediary Mortgage Lenders Association (IMLA) is forecasting a 14% surge in buy to let lending in 2025, reaching £38 billion, followed by an 11% increase to £42 billion in 2026.
Read MoreMortgage market set for a rebound in 2025
The UK mortgage market is poised for growth in 2025, with lending activity expected to rebound amid improving economic conditions and stabilising interest rates.
According to the latest report from the Intermediary Mortgage Lenders Association (IMLA), gross mortgage lending is projected to increase by 16% to £275 billion, up from £237.5 billion in 2024. This growth is attributed to easing affordability pressures and greater demand for remortgaging as rates settle between 3% and 4%.
Read MoreBuy-to-let market sees yields hit record highs
Despite a challenging rental market, buy-to-let properties in England and Wales are delivering their highest average gross yields in nearly a decade.
According to research by Hamptons, the average gross rental yield on a newly purchased buy-to-let in England and Wales has reached 7.2%.
Read MoreRenters Rights Bill “an attack on entire UK property market”
A prominent industry analyst has hit out at the Renters Rights Bill, saying it is an attack on the “entire UK property market.”
Read MoreI’m a landlord selling my homes before the Budget to avoid capital gains tax rise
Jamie Fraser, 56, has been a landlord for 27 years but has recently started selling off his portfolio of properties, ahead of the changes that the Labour Party is likely to bring in at the end of this month.
Read MoreIndustry boss warns Labour’s anti-landlord stance will harm tenants
Labour’s anti-landlord stance will hurt tenants, claims an industry boss.
Purplebricks’ chief executive, Sam Mitchell, told The Telegraph that Labour’s proposed tax hike rumours have fuelled anxiety in the property market.
Read MoreLandlords: 7 things you must do to survive the Renters’ Rights Bill onslaught
Landlords: 7 things you must do to survive the Renters’ Rights Bill onslaught
Tom Entwistle gives his tips on surviving and thriving in the buy-to-let business after the new bill becomes law.
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