The Best Places to Invest in UK Property Right Now Economic shifts change the background. Many Britons still choose property. A Bloomberg report shows real estate holds value like stocks and bonds. House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) properties earn more rents. Young people and city workers seek shared homes. Housing Market Overview Britons own homes at high rates. UK households hold about 65% of their...
Landlord Fined for Illegally Converting Egham Bungalow into 15-Room House of Multiple Occupation Egham, Surrey – 28 November 2024 A ruling from Staines Magistrates' Court fined a local landlord £12,000. The court found that he changed a three-bedroom bungalow into a 15-room house where many people live. Runnymede Borough Council led the case. They found many unsafe conditions in the home on St Pauls...
Planning Inspector Dismisses Eastbourne HMO Appeal By Huw Oxburgh, Local Democracy Reporter A planning inspector has rejected the appeal by Star Property. The appeal asked for permission to run 14 Rylstone Road as a House in Multiple Occupation. The family home had changed into a shared residence in late 2018. The main worry was the living environment. Background of the Appeal Star Property sent a planning...
The Rise of Council Tax on Second Homes: What Property Investors Need to Know Property investors and second homeowners face changes in council tax. Local authorities plan to raise taxes from April 2025. The tax increase may affect budgets and investments across England. Changes come as many property costs, such as stamp duty and limits on mortgage interest relief for buy-to-let properties, rise...
Community Celebration as HMO Application is Rejected in Erdington Birmingham City Council rejected a plan. They would have changed a three-bedroom family home into a five-bedroom House of Multiple Occupation (HMO). Nearly 400 people signed a petition, and 50 local residents gathered to protest. The local community sees the decision as a win. Background of the Application The plan aimed to turn a family...
Shelter Scotland Demands Accountability from Edinburgh Council Amid Controversy Over Homelessness Policy Introduction Shelter Scotland calls on Edinburgh Council leaders to step down. The charity claims the council runs unlicensed HMOs and weakens laws on homelessness. This dispute fuels a strong debate about the rights of homeless people and the duties of local councils, especially in a city with...
Proposal for New 10-Bedroom HMO at Former Staffline Office in Maidstone Qualis Properties, a firm from East Malling, has proposed a change at the old Staffline office at 10 Tonbridge Road. They plan to turn the building into a 10-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) with one flat in the basement. This idea comes at a time when the local council reviews rules for HMOs. Proposed Changes Qualis...
Two Houses Collapse During HMO Redevelopment in Richmond Incident Overview On September 11, 2024, two houses at 47A, 47, and 49 Lower Mortlake Road in Richmond, West London collapsed. The works were underway; the collapse happened just before 15:00 BST. Emergency teams arrived quickly. No one was hurt. Details of the Project The project aimed to change the houses into 14 co-living flats for working people....
Current Trends in the UK Housing Market: Economic Indicators The House of Commons Library released a report on 16 April 2025. The report shows key facts about the UK housing market. It helps those who study Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO). The facts guide plans and moves in property work. Key Economic Indicators The report shows many metrics. It gives a clear look at the housing market today. It covers...
Understanding the UK Housing Market: Key Economic Indicators The UK housing market matters to investors and future homeowners. Data from the House of Commons Library shows important trends in house prices, mortgage approvals, and housing completions. Investors in HMOs and similar properties need to know these facts. Rising House Prices and Regional Variations Data from April 16, 2025, shows that house...
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