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Advertised rents hit record high - is buy-to-let a good investment?
News Rightmove data suggests landlords are looking for higher rents as the rental market enters its busy summer season. Is buy-to-let a good investment?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Buy-to-let mortgage market shrinks for first time ever
The volume of buy-to-let mortgage lending more than halved last year, as higher interest rates, a stamp duty surcharge and reduced tax relief put many landlords off
By Ruth Emery Published
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Bank of England resolves payments issue that threatened home sales
News Homebuyers and sellers faced an anxious wait for funds to clear on property transactions today due to issues hitting the Bank's CHAPS service.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Rents set to rise as 'peak lettings season' begins
News Landlords have seen their buy-to-let portfolios hit by a decline in rental growth so far this year but they may benefit from a busy summer season
By Marc Shoffman Published
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King’s Speech 2024: Labour government vows to abolish ‘feudal’ leasehold system
News Legislation to fill the gaps in leasehold reform have been announced. Here is how it could help homeowners
By Marc Shoffman Published
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ONS: UK house price growth hit 14-month high in May
News Better economic data boosted house prices in May - is now the time to buy?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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How to invest in REITs in the UK and Europe
Investing in REITs can be a sensible alternative to buying property, but picking the right one is a challenge. Marcus Phayre-Mudge’s trust boasts commercial real estate experts with a proven record
By Max King Published
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Rightmove: UK asking prices drop as sellers try to tempt busy buyers from election and Euro 2024
News Property sellers are taking action to boost demand as buyers await interest rate cuts. Is now the time to buy?
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Property transactions taking longer to complete – how to speed-up your home sale or purchase
News It takes around 115 days for a property sale to reach exchange in England and Wales. We explain what is causing the backlog and how to clear it
By Marc Shoffman Published
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