The Struggle of Landlords: Increasing Repossessions and Mortgage Woes Introduction: In recent times, landlords in the United Kingdom have been facing a growing crisis. As mortgage lenders raise their rates, an increasing number of landlords find themselves in financial distress, with their properties at risk of repossession. This predicament has… Read More »The Struggle of Landlords: Increasing Repossessions and Mortgage Woes
Is it still worth investing in BTL The Changing Landscape of Buy-to-Let Property Investments Introduction: Today, I’d like to address a common question I’ve been receiving from prospective landlords: Is it still worthwhile to invest in the buy-to-let property market given the current circumstances? In this blog post, I will… Read More »Is it still worth investing in BTL
The Jersey Landlords Association Fights Back: An Open Letter Addressing Government’s Measures on the Property Sector Introduction: In a recent turn of events, Jersey’s private landlords have banded together to express their concerns about proposed government plans that could potentially worsen the ongoing housing crisis. The Jersey Landlords Association (JLA),… Read More »The Jersey Landlords Association Fights Back: An Open Letter Addressing Government’s Measures on the Property Sector
Understanding the Potential Costs of EPC Upgrades for Rental Properties Revealed by the Government Introduction: The government has recently unveiled an analysis shedding light on the expected expenses associated with improving energy efficiency in private rental homes. According to their findings, approximately 46% of properties would require between £5,000 and… Read More »Understanding the Potential Costs of EPC Upgrades for Rental Properties Revealed by the Government
Exploring Solutions for the Housing Crisis: A Perspective on Landlords and Tenants Today I wanted to delve into the topic of the housing crisis and offer some suggestions that may spark debate. While these suggestions might be divisive, one thing we can all agree on is that there is a… Read More »Exploring Solutions for the Housing Crisis: A Perspective on Landlords and Tenants
8 Reasons Why Buy-to-Let Investments Aren’t Worth It in 2023 Introduction: For years, the dream of owning property has enticed individuals seeking to preserve wealth and generate cash flow. As someone who has dabbled in buying, renovating, and building rental properties, I have witnessed millionaires embrace this investment strategy. However,… Read More »8 Reasons Why Buy-to-Let Investments Aren’t Worth It in 2023
The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service: Implications for Landlords Introduction: Landlords in the UK are facing potential challenges with the implementation of the new Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service. This service aims to provide free early legal advice to tenants facing eviction or repossession, potentially leading to more landlords engaging… Read More »The Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service: Implications for Landlords
Up to one third of BTL landlords may be forced to sell Up to one-third of buy to let landlords may be forced to sell after failing their lender’s affordability tests, as I previously covered in other videos, when you buy a property with a buy to let mortgage,… Read More »Up to one third of BTL landlords may be forced to sell
Gove proposes radical new rights for tenants No-fault evictions and bans on social services tenants to be outlawed in England In a statement embargoed for midnight, Gove’s Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) promises the ‘biggest shake-up of the rented sector for 30 years’ targeted at the 21%… Read More »Gove proposes radical new rights for tenants
The Court of Appeal yesterday ruled that Section 21 notices issued by landlords are valid provided a gas safety certificate is issued before the notice is given to the tenant, not before a tenant moves into a property. The case of Trecarrell v Rouncefield focussed on the relationship between… Read More »Court of Appeal sides with landlords in landmark case ruling
