Renting and repairs: My landlord won’t fix the heating, what can I do?
Landlords are responsible for certain repairs in your home. Find out what you can do if they refuse to repair your heating or boiler.
The Housing Market in 2022
The housing market could “cool off” in 2022 because of rising inflation and the much-talked-about rise in interest rates.
Japanese Knotweed- Impact and effects to property
Japanese knotweed's destructive effects can reduce your property value by up to 15%. Take caution before you make an offer on a property. Read more here.
Student renting rights – a guide
If you are renting accommodation as a student you should fully understand your rights - and your obligations. In this article, we look at your rights when renting and how to enforce them.
Assignment of Tenancy – can agents and landlords charge tenants?
Assignment of Tenancy is in the limelight with a recent First-Tier Tribunal decision that could have a serious impact on agents and private landlords.
House prices – are they on the rise?
House prices rose at their fastest rate since 2007 as the SDLT holiday ended. Is this an indication that they are on the rise? Read more.
High-rise residential building safety requirements
High-rise residential building managers will be responsible for safety case requirements for residential buildings under the Building Safety Bill.
Housing Growth Partnership funding for developers
Housing Growth Partnership funding has been granted £300m by the Government to build 10,000 new homes by 2025!
SDLT holiday ends soon!
SDLT holiday ends soon and returns to previous thresholds of £125K for residential properties, £150K for non-residential land and properties.
Homebuyers’ sentiments in India have changed since COVID-19
Our client Anarock Property Consultants has recently published the results of their Pan India survey that provides a longitudinal view of consumer sentiments about the residential market and about changing consumer consumption attitudes since the outbreak of COVID-19. Industry body CII and property consultant Anarock conducted the online survey during January-June this year with a sample size of 4,965 participants. In the report, CII and Anarock say that the COVID-19 pandemic has altered homebuyers' preferences significantly, with the second wave being a significant change catalyst. I would love to hear…