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Changes to payment of CGT on residential investment property explained

As the end of the year approaches, anyone who needs to complete a self-assessment tax return should ensure they’ve declared everything required by HMRC. If you sold a rental property in the past 12 months, don’t forget to report it. Taxpayers have until 31 January 20...

Read    24/02/2023

What Does the UK's Environmental And Economic Vision Of UK Encompass

Rt Hon John Glen MP, Chief Secretary of the Treasury, unveiled the UK’s vision for a sustainable and prosperous future, emphasizing the urgent need to address the decline in biodiversity and the misuse of natural resources. The UK is facing alarming statistics, inclu...

Read    10/02/2023

PlanetRent: Tenancy agreements made easy

Tenancy agreements are often not read or are too difficult to understand. At least, that’s what a recent report in Landlord Today suggests. When tenants have questions about their rights and responsibilities, they are turning to Google for answers rather than referri...

Read    06/02/2023

Industry Leaders Insists On ESG as a Key Consideration For PBSA Market

The Property Week’s Student Accommodation Conference, Showcase, and Awards 2022 brought together industry leaders to discuss the future of the Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) market. A key takeaway was the unanimous emphasis on Environmental, Social, and G...

Read    02/02/2023

Government Falls Short of Cladding Reform Pledges, Says More Work Needed

Michael Gove's statement on cladding issues was strong, but a year after his declaration, the question arises: How much has truly changed for leaseholders and building owners?

Read    02/02/2023

Is The UK On The Cusp Of A Major House Price Crash

The UK is experiencing a significant fall in house prices, the longest since the 2008 financial crash. According to Halifax, house prices fell by 1.5 percent in December 2022, compared to November. Prices have dropped by 4.3 percent since August 2022, and Lloyds Bank...

Read    01/02/2023

PRS Growth Unsteady But The Sector Expected To Bounce Back Soon

An introduction to the current status of the private rental sector (PRS) in Britain, highlighting the 5.5 million PRS dwellings as revealed by Ocasa, and the 79% increase in stock levels since 2005. 

Read    30/01/2023

How To Increase Energy Performance Rating

The UK government became the first major economy to legislate for net zero greenhouse gas emissions in 2019. This legislation aims to bring all emissions down to net zero by 2050, replacing the previous target of an 80% reduction from 1990 levels. Additionally, inter...

Read    30/01/2023

Should You Buy, Sell, Or Stay Put in 2023 - Property Dilemma Faced By Homebuyers

After two years of record growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, UK house prices stalled in Q4 2022. This stagnation is largely due to soaring interest rates, reaching levels not seen since the 1990s, and the worsening cost-of-living crisis. These factors have created ...

Read    24/01/2023

How Neighbourhood Planning Can Influence the Development of Neighbourhoods

The UK Government is prioritizing local-level planning, believing that residents best understand their communities’ needs. Neighbourhood Plans play a crucial role in this approach, empowering local people to influence the development of their areas. These plans allow...

Read    24/01/2023

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