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In response to the ongoing housing crisis, the City of Edinburgh Council is taking decisive measures to remove homeless residents from over 700 unlicensed rooms across 30 properties. These actions emerge from increasing pressure from shelter charities and local officials regarding the inadequacy of suitable accommodations for the growing homeless population in the city. Properties falling under the...

Bradford Landlord Hasan Kazi Faces Legal Action for Neglecting Tenant Living Conditions Bradford has recently witnessed a concerning legal case involving local landlord Hasan Kazi, who has been charged with nine offences stemming from the neglect of two properties he manages on Easby Road. These properties, classified as houses of multiple occupation (HMOs), are under scrutiny for failing to meet basic...

Residents living near Ulster University's Magee campus in Derry have raised serious concerns about the increasing number of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in their area. This surge, linked to expectations of heightened student enrollment—projected to reach 10,000 by 2032—has prompted calls for the Derry City and Strabane District council to impose stricter regulations on HMO approvals. Locals...

In the current landscape of the UK housing market, rental yields have reached a noteworthy average of7.4% for properties across England and Wales, marking a significant increase in profitability for landlords (UK Property Investors, 2024). This surge can be attributed to rising rental prices paired with a consistent demand for housing, particularly in urban areas. Understanding rental yields is critical...

Recent research highlights the remarkable performance of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) in the UK property market, showcasing average rental yields of8.34%. This trend signals a significant opportunity for landlords, particularly as traditional property investment models face challenges from rising mortgage rates. As the British rental landscape evolves, understanding the dynamics of HMOs becomes...

As we step into February 2025, the question of whether it is the right time to buy a house in the UK becomes increasingly pressing for potential homebuyers. Current market dynamics reveal a contrasting picture, with UK house prices witnessing a steady increase of4.6% over the past year, marking an average property price of £268,000. This surge, however, is not uniform across the country, with significant...

Concerns have escalated among residents of Derry, particularly those living near Ulster University's Magee campus, regarding the increasing number of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in their vicinity. As the university plans to boost student enrolment to 10,000 by 2032, the pressure mounts on local housing. This growth is being met with fierce resistance from the community group Concerned Residents...

The City of Edinburgh Council is moving forward with a critical initiative aimed at relocating homeless individuals from unlicensed temporary accommodations. By the end of November 2024, the council is set to transition hundreds of vulnerable residents currently housed in unlicensed hotels and B&Bs into lawful housing options that adhere to health and safety regulations. This move comes in the wake of...

Aamer Shah has put forward a bold proposal to convert a two-bedroom semi-detached house on Barton Road in Stretford into a ten-bedroom house of multiple occupation (HMO). This ambitious redevelopment plan, submitted to Trafford Council, seeks to address potential community concerns by implementing measures to combat anti-social behavior and noise disturbances commonly associated with increased occupancy....

As the housing crisis continues to affect many areas across the UK, Kent has witnessed a remarkable increase in the number of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). With nearly 1,900 HMOs reported in the region, these properties play a crucial role in providing accommodation for individuals from diverse backgrounds, often consisting of shared facilities like kitchens and bathrooms. Notably, large HMOs such...