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The Best Places to Invest in UK Property Right Now The UK market shifts fast. Investors see new gold spots each day. We focus on House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) investments and dive into the best areas in the UK for property deals. The Growing Appeal of UK Real Estate Brits have always held property in high regard. More people own homes here than in some nearby lands like France or Germany. A Bloomberg...

Are Yorkshire Councils Cracking Down on Illegal HMOs? Introduction In recent years, professional landlords and investors show more interest in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in the UK. Over 400,000 HMOs now exist. Yorkshire councils, and North Yorkshire in particular, act to stop illegal HMOs. This article explains new rules, the effect on property owners, and what new investors must think...

Neighbours Voices Concerns Over Proposed HMO Development in Smethwick Introduction Local residents oppose a new House in Multiple Occupation on Smethwick High Street. They worry the building will add to traffic and rat issues. The plan must meet the needs of the neighbourhood. Contentions from Local Residents Residents near Viney’s Opticians on Victoria Avenue face daily problems. They deal with few...

Interest Rates Held at 4.5%: What It Means for the UK Property Market and Mortgage Prospects The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee kept rates at 4.5%. Inflation now sits at 3%, above the 2% goal. This move affects the mortgage and property sectors. It comes as April shows higher employer National Insurance and minimum wage changes. The Landscape of Uncertainty Stable rates give borrowers a...

Erdington MP Paulette Hamilton Addresses HMO Ownership Rumours Erdington’s MP Paulette Hamilton pushes back on talk about her owning an HMO. She posts on Next Door with clear words. Rumours of “negative things” follow her as people share doubts. Clarification on HMO Ownership The 62-year-old MP earns notice by speaking straight to her neighbours. Hamilton says, “I do not own an HMO or supported...

Hastings Charity Proposes New HMO to Tackle Homelessness Overview Hastings faces a housing need. The Seaview Project, a local charity, has plans for a new shared home. Its goal is to help people in need. The charity sent its proposal to Hastings Borough Council. The plan uses a local house to add more beds and safe places to stay. This move looks to ease the problem of homelessness. Project Details The...

Fire Safety Breaches Charge Brought Against Illegal HMO Landlord A recent court ruling hit a landlord in Surrey who ran an illegal House of Multiple Occupation. The case shows why fire safety rules in property care must be met. The city finds that tenants in weak homes suffer when landlords break these rules. Details of the Case Mona Jetwani, a 53-year-old landlord from Egham, Surrey, turned a...

Surge in Council Tax for Second Homes: What Property Investors Need to Know Second home owners in England now face a steep rise in their council tax bills. The change begins in April 2025. New rules let local councils add extra tax on homes that are not the main residence. This news is important for property investors. Understanding the New Council Tax Premium In early 2024, lawmakers passed a rule that...

Shelter Scotland Calls for Council Leadership Change Over Homelessness Policy Dispute Shelter Scotland stands at the forefront of housing and homelessness work. It claims that the City of Edinburgh Council must change its leadership. The charity points to a growing clash over Edinburgh’s homelessness policy and how Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are handled. The city now sees high homelessness...

New Rules for House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Amidst Rapid Growth in Bolton Introduction Bolton sees a fast rise in HMO use. In 2021, there were 117 HMOs. By the end of 2024, the count is 720. Bolton Council plans stricter planning rules. The new plan will start in one year. Local officials and residents worry over this gap. The Surge in HMOs Since 2010, changing a home into an HMO for up to six...