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What are the 2022 UK Build to Rent (BTR) statistics?

To date (2the 022l the UK has seen the construction of circa 76,800 BTR homes through a 30 billion investment. Over 163,400 BTR homes are in the pipeline. Estimates confirm that the next decade will witness the completion of over 38170 million homes with 170 billio...

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What steps are being taken to deal with negligent landlords?

The government has blocked funding to rogue landlords and will monitor the situation in such properties.

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What are permitted development rights (PDR)?

PDR, or Permitted development rights, are planning rights to develop without the need to jump through all the hoops that the normal planning process requires. For example, in 2013 permitted development rights were given for office-to-residential conversion in most a...

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Why are first-time buyers backing off from investing in properties?

The financial burden brought upon them by the cost-of-living crisis and the unstable economic situation in the country is forcing young first-time home buyers to have second thoughts.

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Is there any exemption to the UK overseas properties buyers register?

In a rare case of national security interests, The Secretary of State, Home Department, may allow an exemption to a non-UK entity

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Can buildings under 18 meters receive funding for cladding problems?

Yes The Medium-rise Scheme will cover unsafe or unsellable buildings with heights between 11m and 18m. It is to be rolled out in 2023 on 60 buildings with mitigation measures in place.

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What is the number of completed homes in the UK in 2022?

The number of completed homes at the end of June 2022 was 173,520.

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What is the average price of a house in the UK in 2022?

The average house price in the UK is 294,559, according to September 2022 data.

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How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there in 2021 to 2022?

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between the landlords and the tenants.

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What is UK government proposed investment in Net zero for buildings?

The Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) will deliver an additional 6bn in investment, planned during the next parliament. The task force will also oversee the delivery of energy efficiency improvements from homes, businesses, and the publi...

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What is the rate of UK carbon emissions from housing in 2021 and 2022?

The report that greenhouse gas emission from residential homes is increasing is an alarming sign for environmentalists and the government. In 2022 the average home in the UK produces around 2.29 tons of CO2 annually, this is not down but up from 2.18 in 2021. 2022 d...

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Selective Landlord Licensing: When should landlords apply for a licence?

Owners of properties that fall into the Selective Landlord Licencing compliance criteria must apply for a licence as soon as the scheme begins. If they do not apply, it may result in prosecution and an unlimited fine.

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What is the time limit for paying inheritance tax after death?

A penalty will apply to the estate if the executors cannot pay inheritance tax within six months of the date of death.

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Which organizations created the Unreasonable Behaviour policy?

The ARMA and IRPM developed the Unreasonable Behaviour Policy that aims to protect members from the unreasonable behaviour of clients.

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What is the current lease extension period?

Leaseholders can extend the lease term by a maximum of 90 years through a statutory process.

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What will be the next phase of leasehold reform?

The next phase of lease reform will involve protecting leaseholders from poor property management and enabling them to take over property management smoothly.

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How many landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle the anti-social behaviour of tenants?

Only about 15 percent of landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle anti-social behaviour. This needs to change if The Renters Reform Bill becomes law in 2023 as the government is likely to go ahead and scrap section 21 repossession notices. The tougher...

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What is not tenants’ anti-social behaviour?

Kids playing, incorrect parking, and day-to-day noise are some examples of incidents that are not anti-social behaviour.

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Tenants and anti-social behaviour - who can help?

Contacting the police or local authorities for help is an option if the landlord cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue themselves.

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How many fix term mortgages will end in 2023 to 2024?

More than two million mortgages will end their fixed term between 2023 and 2024. With rising interest rates, it will simply cost landlords more to refinance then, further complicating the market situation.Most tenants want to maintain the status quo and avoid paying ...

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What is the average rent in London?

For 2022 the average rent in Greater London has shot up by around 16 percent from 2021. This is the highest rate of growth for any region in the country.

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What is the average rent outside London?

In 2022 outside of London, the average private rent has increased to a record-breaking £1,162 per month.

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What are current demand levels for rental properties?

People looking for places to rent have increased by 20 percent in 2022 compared to 2021.

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Has the supply of properties to rent fallen?

The number of properties available for rent in 2022 compared to 2021 decreased by nine percent.

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What is the busiest period for Uk home sales?

People keen to start a new life in a new place believe the New Year is the right time to make a move. Boxing Day is often one of the busiest days for new home searches and listings.

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What is ESG?

ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance.

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Why is mortgage servicing going to be a huge challenge for first-time buyers?

Mortgage servicing costs are rising steadily with an increase in mortgage lending rates. Thats why first-time buyers find it not affordable to buy a home at this point.

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Is a court order necessary to exercise or claim the right to manage ('RTM')?

No court order is not mandatory to get the right to manage the building. But a Tribunal application may be required if the landlord finds a technical reason why they believe they can resist the claim.

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What type of social media content is helpful for real estate marketing?

Tips on home maintenance, walk-through videos, first-time buyer guides, and market updates are helpful content to share on social media channels in real estate marketing.

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What is House in Multiple Occupation (HMO)?

An HMO or a House in Multiple Occupation is a property accommodating over three renters who are not from the same household.

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Ask our Experts

What our customers are asking:

What are the 2022 UK Build to Rent (BTR) statistics?

What steps are being taken to deal with negligent landlords?

The government has blocked funding to rogue landlords and will monitor the situation in such properties.

What are permitted development rights (PDR)?

Why are first-time buyers backing off from investing in properties?

The financial burden brought upon them by the cost-of-living crisis and the unstable economic situation in the country is forcing young first-time home buyers to have second thoughts.

Is there any exemption to the UK overseas properties buyers register?

In a rare case of national security interests, The Secretary of State, Home Department, may allow an exemption to a non-UK entity

Can buildings under 18 meters receive funding for cladding problems?

Yes The Medium-rise Scheme will cover unsafe or unsellable buildings with heights between 11m and 18m. It is to be rolled out in 2023 on 60 buildings with mitigation measures in place.

What is the number of completed homes in the UK in 2022?

The number of completed homes at the end of June 2022 was 173,520.

What is the average price of a house in the UK in 2022?

The average house price in the UK is 294,559, according to September 2022 data.

How many TDS tenancy deposit disputes were there in 2021 to 2022?

31,000 adjudications up from the previous year. Only clear and regular communication can mitigate instances of disputes between the landlords and the tenants.

What is UK government proposed investment in Net zero for buildings?

What is the rate of UK carbon emissions from housing in 2021 and 2022?

Selective Landlord Licensing: When should landlords apply for a licence?

What is the time limit for paying inheritance tax after death?

A penalty will apply to the estate if the executors cannot pay inheritance tax within six months of the date of death.

Which organizations created the Unreasonable Behaviour policy?

The ARMA and IRPM developed the Unreasonable Behaviour Policy that aims to protect members from the unreasonable behaviour of clients.

What is the current lease extension period?

Leaseholders can extend the lease term by a maximum of 90 years through a statutory process.

What will be the next phase of leasehold reform?

The next phase of lease reform will involve protecting leaseholders from poor property management and enabling them to take over property management smoothly.

How many landlords receive help from local authorities to tackle the anti-social behaviour of tenants?

What is not tenants’ anti-social behaviour?

Kids playing, incorrect parking, and day-to-day noise are some examples of incidents that are not anti-social behaviour.

Tenants and anti-social behaviour - who can help?

Contacting the police or local authorities for help is an option if the landlord cannot resolve the anti-social behaviour issue themselves.

How many fix term mortgages will end in 2023 to 2024?

What is the average rent in London?

For 2022 the average rent in Greater London has shot up by around 16 percent from 2021. This is the highest rate of growth for any region in the country.

What is the average rent outside London?

In 2022 outside of London, the average private rent has increased to a record-breaking £1,162 per month.

What are current demand levels for rental properties?

People looking for places to rent have increased by 20 percent in 2022 compared to 2021.

Has the supply of properties to rent fallen?

The number of properties available for rent in 2022 compared to 2021 decreased by nine percent.

What is the busiest period for Uk home sales?

People keen to start a new life in a new place believe the New Year is the right time to make a move. Boxing Day is often one of the busiest days for new home searches and listings.

What is ESG?

ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance.

Why is mortgage servicing going to be a huge challenge for first-time buyers?

Mortgage servicing costs are rising steadily with an increase in mortgage lending rates. Thats why first-time buyers find it not affordable to buy a home at this point.

Is a court order necessary to exercise or claim the right to manage ('RTM')?

What type of social media content is helpful for real estate marketing?

Tips on home maintenance, walk-through videos, first-time buyer guides, and market updates are helpful content to share on social media channels in real estate marketing.

What is House in Multiple Occupation (HMO)?

An HMO or a House in Multiple Occupation is a property accommodating over three renters who are not from the same household.