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More landlords turn to 'safer' HMOs as economy remains tough

More landlords turn to 'safer' HMOs as economy remains tough

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HMOs are becoming more popular among landlords as many turn to them as a ‘surer bet’ than other types of rental property in a time of economic uncertainty, it has been claimed.

Housing crisis tops voters' list of key issues to solve

Housing crisis tops voters' list of key issues to solve

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Voters say the ongoing housing crisis tops the list of key priorities that need to be addressed by the current and incoming government, according to renters in a SpareRoom poll.

Property portal: Can tech free up cash to tackle criminal landlords?

Property portal: Can tech free up cash to tackle criminal landlords?

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Property portal could cut red tape and free up funds to tackle rogue landlords by replacing expensive licensing requirements.

Half of landlords thinks pets and eviction reforms 'bad idea'

Half of landlords thinks pets and eviction reforms 'bad idea'

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New research among landlords reveals that although a majority are adopting a ‘wait and see’ approach to the Government’s looming renting reforms, it’s the changes to pets rules and evictions that are troubling them the most.

NRLA backs platform that helps landlords move to limited company status

NRLA backs platform that helps landlords move to limited company status

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Private landlords considering a move to limited company ownership of their rented properties are being urged by the NRLA to use its latest partner service.

Landlord fined £8,471 over hazardous HMO wiring

Landlord fined £8,471 over hazardous HMO wiring

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Landlord fined £8,471 for renting unsafe HMO with dangerous wiring, no fire safety, and serious structural issues.

Fake tenancies at heart of Bulgarian's gang's £53m scam

Fake tenancies at heart of Bulgarian's gang's £53m scam

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Five fraudsters who stole £53.9 million in a huge benefits scam used false tenancy agreements to help them make claims.

Councils lobby Ministers not to scrap selective licencing schemes

Councils lobby Ministers not to scrap selective licencing schemes

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The Local Government Association (LGA) has urged Minister to ignore rebel MPs’ calls for selective licencing to be replaced by the looming Landlord Portal.

TWO new reports reveal weakening supply of rented property

TWO new reports reveal weakening supply of rented property

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The number of landlords instructing agents to rent properties has declined for a second quarter in a row, fuelling ongoing worries that the Government’s ‘anti-buy-to-let’ mood music is disrupting the market.

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Younger tenants resist regulation, even if it strengthens their rights.

Younger tenants resist regulation, even if it strengthens their rights.

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Despite the potential to strengthen their rights, younger tenants are often reluctant to support greater regulation in the private rental sector.

Renters’ Rights Bill may be delayed as peers’ financial ties surface.

Renters’ Rights Bill may be delayed as peers’ financial ties surface.

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Tenant groups raise concerns that peers with property interests are working to delay the Renters’ Rights Bill and push for concessions from the Govern

Asking prices rise by over £5,000 to £377,182 this month, says Rightmove

Asking prices rise by over £5,000 to £377,182 this month, says Rightmove

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Rightmove reports that average asking prices have increased by over £5,000 this month, bringing the typical UK listing to £377,182.

Behind every lease, a hidden risk: The rise of subletting scams

Behind every lease, a hidden risk: The rise of subletting scams

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Unauthorized subletting is on the rise, leaving landlords exposed to financial loss and legal issues. Tools like Title Guardian can help monitor properties and alert landlords to suspicious activity. Stay informed and protect your investments.

Will Trump’s tariffs cause rate cuts for borrowers or keep inflation high?

Will Trump’s tariffs cause rate cuts for borrowers or keep inflation high?

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Questions have been raised about whether Trump’s tariffs will be a help or a hindrance to landlords.

Property demand in Bedford set to rise after Universal theme park announcement

Property demand in Bedford set to rise after Universal theme park announcement

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Property demand in Bedford set to rise after Universal theme park announcement

Typical price of renting a luxury home edges upwards

Typical price of renting a luxury home edges upwards

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The typical price of renting a luxury property edged up marginally at the beginning of this year, new figures suggest.

Converting commercial property to residential use

Converting commercial property to residential use

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Commercial to residential conversions are creating lots of new investment opportunities for landlords / developers

LandlordZONE Podcast interviews resolution expert on successful tenancies

LandlordZONE Podcast interviews resolution expert on successful tenancies

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Being a landlord means you can sometimes find yourself dealing with challenging tenancy issues.