24th May 2024
What does the General Election mean for the Renters (Reform) Bill?
A general election was unexpectedly announced on 22 May by Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, saying “Now is the moment for Britain to choose its future”. As the... more
24th May 2024
Leasehold reforms become law
Homeowners will receive more rights, power and protections over their homes under the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act which has become law today. The Act will make it easier and cheaper for leaseholders to buy their freehold, increase standard lease extension terms to 990 years for houses and flats,... more
22nd Apr 2024
Over £150 million funding to kickstart self building revolution
UK government announces a new help to build scheme to make it easier and more affordable for people to build their own homes. The "Help to Build" scheme will ensure that self and custom home building can become a realistic option to get onto the housing ladder through lower deposit mortgages.... more
19th Apr 2024
£8.6 billion for affordable homes to give boost onto housing ladder
UK government annouces plans to help people onto the housing ladder. Nearly 120,000 new homes will be built as part of the largest single investment in affordable housing in a decade. 30,000 homes for social rent built, providing secure, affordable housing to those who need it most - including helping... more
17th Apr 2024
Social housing deficit
More people than ever are struggling to afford a secure place to live. Yet, not enough social homes are being built. Over 1 million households are waiting for social homes. Last year, 29,000 social homes were sold or demolished, and less than 7,000 were built. In England, there are now 1.4 million... more
29th Feb 2024
Renting out a spare room: what you can and can'tdo | The legal and tax implications of taking on a lodger for extra cash (and babysitting duties)
A couple’s attempt to rent a room in their family home – on the condition the prospective tenant babysits their children – has sparked a debate about Britain’s rental market. The advert, posted on SpareRoom, offers a reduced monthly rent of £400 a month (for only five... more
21st Feb 2024
Tackling the under-supply of housing in England
A UK Parliament research briefing covering the trends in housing supply and barriers and potential solutions to delivering more homes in England. It’s difficult to put a precise number on the amount of new housing needed in England. Need for new housing arises when population growth leads... more
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