Household Bill Arrears Surge: A Challenge for Property Investors and Tenants Alike StepChange debt charity finds that bill arrears now jump by 25%. People who seek debt help show higher arrears. The economy stays tough. Property investors must watch these trends. This holds true for those who work with House in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The Rise in Household Bill Arrears The average client now owes...
Investigative Claims Surround Brighton HMO Planning Application By Sarah Booker-Lewis, Local Democracy Reporter Published 18th March 2025 A new House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) planning proposal in Portslade, Brighton shows troubling signs. A landlord stands accused of trying to sway public views by giving out takeaway vouchers for positive comments. Brighton and Hove City Council now checks these...
Significant Council Tax Changes for Second Home Owners and Property Investors in 2024 The new year starts with a change. Second home owners and property investors in the UK face new council tax rules. Many local councils will add a tax premium on second homes. This premium may add up to 100% more to the bill. A second home’s annual tax could jump from about £2,171 to £4,342. The change targets areas...
New HMO Licensing Scheme Launched in Enfield to Improve Housing Standards Enfield's Progressive Approach to Housing Management The London Borough of Enfield will start a new licensing plan for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The plan aims to improve property standards and boost tenant safety. It cuts off the old licensing method. It now covers smaller HMOs. These are homes with three or four...
London’s Prime Property Market: Surging Interest Amid Shifting Dynamics London’s prime property market changes as the new year nears. Knight Frank reported that October saw more home sales. American buyers drove many sales. In November, sales fell, and doubt grew for 2025. ## Surge in Sales in October In October, London’s luxury real estate gained strength. Sales rose 30% above the five-year average....
Controversial Approval for 13-Bed HMO in Scarborough: Balancing Housing Needs and Community Concerns Plans aim to convert an old bed and breakfast into a 13-bed HMO in Scarborough’s South Bay area. Councillors approved the conversion even as many locals opposed it. The council met on December 12 to decide while debates on HMO growth in seaside towns filled the room. Tourists and locals alike face changes...
Landlord Fined £12,000 for Illegal Conversion of Bungalow into Overcrowded HMO A landlord in Egham, Surrey broke housing rules. She turned a three-bedroom bungalow into a 15-room house of multiple occupation. Meenu Jetwani, also called Mona and aged 53, now faces ten charges. A court in Staines set the fine after a case led by Runnymede Borough Council. Unsafe Living Conditions Inspectors found the home...
UK Property Market Update: A Booming Start to 2025 Ahead of Stamp Duty Changes The UK property market starts 2025 with energy. Buyers and sellers act fast. The change in stamp duty on 1 April pushes activity. Rightmove shows average asking prices rose by 1.1% to £371,800 in March. Agreed sales grew by 9% compared to last year. Many see good chances in the House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) sector. Market...
Shelter Scotland's Protest Against Edinburgh City Council's Housing Strategy Shelter Scotland led a protest against Edinburgh City Council’s housing rules. The group met outside Edinburgh City Chambers on December 4, 2023. The protest showed the strain in Scotland’s housing scene. Protesters ask Scottish Ministers and the Scottish Housing Regulator to act now. They claim the council will halt key...
Consumers Brace for Multiple Price Hikes This Spring: What You Need to Know The new financial year starts on 1 April. Many in the UK must get ready as prices climb in different areas. This guide explains what happens and shows ways to fight back. Energy Bills Set to Rise Again From April, energy bills jump by £9.25 a month on average. Ofgem reports that most households see a 6.4% rise. This is the third...
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