The Big Issues

The Big Issues

All the views and analysis behind the main stories affecting the property sector.

Britain’s 12 million renters won’t be forgotten by Labour - but what about investors? ...
Landlords’ lot - soaring costs and confusing legislation ...
Britons’ ideas of a classic home are changing as a result of people being more conscious about their home’s impact on the environment (38%), according to Dalkin UK. ...
Our data reveals a striking trend: landlords buying property are getting younger.  ...
New analysis from Rightmove reveals the true scope for downsizing. ...
“When it comes to housing policy, there is little difference between the two major parties” says Aneisha Beveridge, head of research at Hamptons. ...
The year to March 2024 saw the fewest new housing sites consented than during any 12-month period since the data collection commenced in 2006. ...
The days of simply listing your property on Airbnb and waiting for the bookings to roll-in are sadly over. With the holiday-let market more competitive than ever, and 2024 predicted to see continued growth in the industry, it’s key to ...
What is a property inventory? ...
The first phase of the Renters Rights Act (RRA) kicks...
Havering council planning officers received reports from residents....
A landlord has been banned from operating as a landlord...
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