The damage inflicted on the buy-to-let market by the government’s squeeze on landlord finances is laid bare by an in-depth report into the sector published today. Lender Kent Reliance says landlord confidence…
Read MoreHouse price myths debunked
Designs on Property tracks and summarises the monthly property indices. Kate Faulkner says, “The average age of a first time buyer today is hardly that different from 2003, 14 years ago, even…
Read MoreConflicting business models
Horses for courses? Adam Walker has a tricky ‘seat’ as a Council asks him to help them establish a letting agency, wanting him to be jockey and trainer!
Read MoreIndustrial noise in a quiet location
"Viewing a property is one thing, noting noise levels is another,” says Katrine Sporle, The Property Ombudsman.
Read MoreRent inflation dilemma for landlords
Rents are rising at a slower pace than general inflation, the new HomeLet Rental Index reveals, leaving landlords who are facing higher costs with a dilemma.
Read MoreThe role of the agent
"Home sweet home… but not with noisy neighbours,” says Katrine Sporle, The Property Ombudsman.
Read MoreTaxing times
"Tax is no longer optional. I never thought I’d write an article on this subject, but I am going to talk about why you need to pay your tax.”
Read MoreRegional report
This month we meet members of The Guild of Property Professionals in Wakefield, Doncaster and Burpham, Surrey.
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