The UK government has announced a new housing policy in the Autumn Statement that could revolutionize the property market. The plan would allow homeowners to convert houses into two flats without needing planning permission. This new “permitted development right” is slated to come into effect in 2024 after a consultation period.
The UK’s Ambitious Plan for Heat Pump Adoption The UK government has unveiled an ambitious plan to drive widespread adoption of heat pumps across homes and businesses over the next few years. This plan, titled the Heat Pump Net Zero Investment Roadmap, outlines targets, policies, and investments aimed at making… Read More »The UK’s Ambitious Plan for Heat Pump Adoption
Heat Pumps are being exposed for what they are The Truth About Heat Pumps Introduction Months ago, I made a video expressing my strong dislike for heat pumps and explaining why I believe they are horrid contraptions unsuitable for most UK homes. That video sparked controversy, though I revelled in… Read More »Heat Pumps are being exposed for what they are
How to Find Below Market Value Property in the UK Introduction Even in a booming property market, it is possible for savvy investors to purchase property below market value. The secret lies in targeting motivated sellers who are distressed due to their property sale falling through. With persistence and the… Read More »How to Find Below Market Value Property in the UK
Don’t Wait Until 2024 – Act Now if You Need to Sell Your House The housing market is arguably the toughest it’s been for sellers in over 30 years. Asking prices are falling across the country according to Rightmove, and other indicators like low transaction volumes and economic uncertainty point… Read More »Don’t Wait Until 2024 – Act Now if You Need to Sell Your House
Why UK House Prices are not Collapsing The UK housing market has defied predictions of a major price crash. Despite rising interest rates and a cost of living crisis, average house prices remain close to record highs. In this blog post, we’ll explore the factors preventing a housing market collapse.… Read More »Why UK House Prices are not Collapsing
NSI Savings Bonds Slashed Good news for borrowers but not so good for savers. The National Savings and Investments has slashed its three-year savings bonds by a huge 1.75% in one go, taking it down from 5.7% to 3.95%. I believe it’s the first time that National Savings Investments have… Read More »NSI Savings Bonds Slashed
Why you should improve your EPC before you are told to Why Improving Your EPC Rating Matters More Than Ever In a recent YouTube video, the discussion centred around the withdrawal of the requirement for rental properties to meet a minimum EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating of C by 2025.… Read More »Why you should improve your EPC before you are told to
Mortgage Rates Drop Below 5% as Lenders Slash Rates Mortgage lenders in the UK are cutting rates aggressively in response to declining inflation. Halifax has become the latest major lender to reduce fixed rates, sparking predictions that sub-4% mortgages could return before the end of 2023. Halifax Slashes Rates In… Read More »Mortgage Rates Drop Below 5% as Lenders Slash Rates
A Critical Examination of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) A Call for Comprehensive Transformation **Introduction** Amid the ongoing discourse on energy efficiency, the spotlight has shifted towards reevaluating the core principles of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) for private rental properties, transcending mere adjustments to set targets. The question looms: Can we… Read More »A Critical Examination of Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs)
