Plans for West Midlands Pub Conversion to HMO Recommended by Council Background on the Forge Tavern The Forge Tavern is a former pub on Furnace Street in Wednesbury. It closed in 2016 and has stood empty since. Many groups tried to reuse the building. Each plan met rejection from Sandwell Council. One plan aimed to build an Islamic school. Another sought to start a community centre. Both were stopped due...
Changes in Council Tax for Second Homes: What Property Investors Need to Know In April 2025, second home owners in England face a large rise in council tax bills. New laws affect property taxes for these homes. The law aims to free up homes for residents who have found it hard to afford a place. Investors in property must note these changes, especially in busy holiday spots where the tax rise will affect...
Understanding the Yahoo Family of Brands: Privacy and Cookie Management In a fast-changing digital world, you need to know how companies care for data and privacy. Yahoo is one main group in this space. It works with other brands like AOL and Yahoo Advertising. They serve many users around the globe. Yahoo and Its Brands Yahoo stands as a key service on the web. It runs its main portal and many other...
Council Investigation Launched Over Takeaway Voucher Bribery Claims Related to HMO Planning Application Brighton and Hove City Council has started an inquiry into bribery claims. The claim ties a planning request by WSE Property Services Ltd to food vouchers given to tenants. These vouchers were said to come in return for kind words about a plan to turn a family home into a House in Multiple Occupation...
UK House Prices: Current Trends and Insights for HMO Investors House prices in the UK spark much talk. Investors see HMOs as a chance in a shifting market. Knowing how the market moves helps investors make clear choices. We show trends and factors that affect HMOs. Current State of the UK Housing Market Forbes Advisor UK reports a change in prices today. Inflation, interest rates, and new government plans...
Tariff Turbulence: Implications for the UK Housing Market The UK faces a complex economy. Tariff shifts stir trade and shift property. Savills, a top real estate advisor, gives insight. Investors in HMOs watch these signals. Understanding Tariff Turbulence Tariff turbulence means tariffs rise and fall. Tariffs move fast. These moves affect trade and the economy. Brexit and global supply changes have led to...
Understanding the Growing Trend of Houses in Multiple Occupation in Kent Kent now has about 2,000 Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The housing market changes fast. Shared homes now attract many residents, from students to workers. These homes share rooms and facilities. They are a needed choice for many who seek low-cost living in a tight property market. What Is an HMO? The Office for National...
Egham Residents Debate Royal Holloway University's Expansion Plan The village of Egham in Surrey sits in a heated debate. Royal Holloway University now plans to grow from about 12,000 to 15,000 students. Some locals support this change. Others fear problems in their everyday life. They worry over housing, parking, and how the area will feel. Concerns Over Unsustainable Growth Councillor Andrea Berardi...
London E-bike Fire Leads to Heavy Fines for Overcrowded Flat Landlords A tragic fire shocked the community. The fire started with an e-bike battery. Landlords of a crowded flat in East London paid almost £100,000 in fines. The case shows problems in Houses in Multiple Occupation. Landlords must follow strict safety rules. Overcrowded Living Conditions On March 5, 2023, a fire broke out at a two-bedroom...
UK House Prices at Risk: Can Interest Rate Cuts Prevent a Market Crash? In 2025, the UK housing market faces new doubts. Market players see rising rates and an unsettled economy. The market that once stayed strong now shows risk. The Bank of England sets rates that many now watch. Some ask, can lower rates stop a fall, especially for those in HMOs? Mixed Performance in the Housing Market The UK market,...
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