Archive

New analysis from Rightmove unveils the most expensive streets to buy a home in the UK currently, with Buckingham Gate in...

There wasn’t much by way of good news in the Spring Budget for landlords and property investors last month. Although some rumours...

Twenty twenty-four is a pivotal year for landlords in the Private Rented Sector (PRS). It is still the Government’s aim that...

The private rental sector may have been tough for investors in recent months in particular, but new figures show a healthy...

If interest rate rises weren’t enough to drive landlords out the market, mounting maintenance costs could be. Various studies and surveys have...

Landlords play a crucial role in providing safe and comfortable housing for tenants while also managing rental properties effectively. Staying informed...

A recent survey by digital mortgage lender, Molo, revealed that nearly 60% of UK landlords have seen a rise in late...

A new analysis of the top 30 holiday hotspots across England has tried to quantify the premium for homes on sale. Using...

Latest data from The Deposit Protection Service shows that average UK monthly rents for Q3 2023 were £1,121.46: a rise of...

It’s not just the weather that’s wet and dreary – the outlook looks bleak for landlords too as we head towards...

Research by a specialist lender has lifted the lid on potential property investment with HMO conversions. Octane Capital says that while the...

A wealth management company suggests that the HS2 debacle may have a silver lining for Birmingham. With news that the high speed...

The current volatility in the UK housing market is leading to more British investment in the US, an expert claims.  Alistair Brown,...

As the ‘big buy-to-let’ sell off gathers momentum, we take a look ways you can guestimate the value of your rental...

The current economic environment is still uncertain, and it is likely that the alarming rising cost of living, high inflation rates,...

A new social impact investment scheme by PfP Capital has successfully delivered more than 450 new homes. As the rental property supply...

The UK’s buy-to-let market has changed beyond recognition over the last few years and with a recession on the horizon, landlords...

Universities – the institutions where the brightest of the batch go to not only enhance themselves but will one day, also...

This week, Property Investor Today looks at research that suggests auctions aren’t as popular as they seem. However, the latest news from...

Maintenance in the UK rented sector totals a whopping £30 billion a year, according to new research. Property maintenance solution provider, Help...

With the rising cost of living and the UK’s inflation crisis creating financial uncertainty, many are looking to make more secure...

In just a year’s time, the average UK tenant could be paying £800 more a year in rent, research by rental...

Watford is the best commuter town for investment, according to an exclusive research report carried out by developer London Square.   The town has achieved...

New-build homes command rental premiums of as high as 41% in the current market as the Build to Rent (BTR) boom...

All property investments require maintenance and one of the most common issues is damp; a problem that is at its worst...

Average UK rents have risen to almost £1,000 per month – £62 more than at the start of the pandemic, according...

Some 40% of tenants described their recent hunt for a rental home as difficult, and half of them said it took...

Portico shares some of the top entry system features for multi-residential properties that could positively affect the return on investment (ROI)...

In this guest piece, James Cassidy, Senior Director, Partner Success Vacation Rentals, EMEA at Expedia Group, outlines what it takes to run a successful...

Here, in this latest PIT guest piece, Ellen Klein - editor at Sleep Junkie - outlines how investors should buy their first...

Those investors looking to join the pandemic bounce-back may be asking where the best places in London are to consider for...

Private and commercial bank Arbuthnot Latham provides some simple steps to help landlords save time, stress, and ultimately money, in the months and years...

A fifth of UK renters claim they would fork out up to 10% more in rent each month for smart features...

In this guest piece, Rob Lessmann, founder of Design’d Living, explores his five top tips for creating an attractive, luxe interior in...

Are you a buy-to-let investor considering selling up? You’re not alone. Research by the Nottingham Building Society revealed that a fifth...

A disparity between property demand and supply has risen across the UK. This has created opportunities for buy-to-let landlords to invest in...

Throughout the year people looking to enjoy a local or international getaway rely on services such as Airbnb. Homestays for cabin...

Despite still being on the amber list after the UK government’s most recent review of its controversial traffic light system, Portugal...

It seems rare that the government delivers good news to landlords, but there were sighs of relief all round when the...

The latest research by a nationwide buy-to-let (BTL) specialist has revealed which major cities across England and Wales have seen the...

More than a third (34%) of landlords have recently purchased another buy-to-let (BTL) property or intend to buy one within the...

Property investors are always looking for new strategies and Rent-to-Rent has recently risen to the top of the popular strategies list....

It emerged a few weeks ago that TV stars Ant & Dec and Phillip Schofield are set to lose around £8...

Research by a student accommodation platform has found that the majority of student tenants would like to see utility costs more widely included...

A leading data insight company has revealed the best places in the UK to buy an investment property. Address Intelligence has been...

For many years, residential property has been the default choice for investors looking to preserve and grow their wealth. In times...

This time of year is normally the season for social media and headlines to be filled with New Year resolutions, with...

At the start of this year, you would have got very, very long odds on the prospect of UK-wide lockdowns, mandatory...

With 2021 now just around the corner, thoughts naturally turn to what next year might bring. For existing investors, this could...

The residential and commercial lettings market has always required those involved to be on their toes in order to keep up...

The UK's second tier cities are very often more appealing to international investors in terms of guranteed rental returns - as...

You may have heard people say that as the coronavirus continues and a possible recession approaches, this spells the end of the...

Sometimes even seasoned investors will need guidance, help and assistance, particularly during times of crisis and uncertainty. With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic,...

A Barcelona-based software company recently announced its list of the ‘World’s Top 50 Short Term Property Managers’.  Rentals United, which describes itself...

Moda is positioning itself as a pioneer within the BTR sector. From interior design to tech and vertical integration we are leading...

It’s no secret that young people in the UK are struggling to get onto the property ladder, with the age of...

The coronavirus crisis has hit the UK's economic outlook, and many buy-to-let landlords are understandably worried about their post-lockdown rental property...

When it comes to property investment, there is no one ‘right’ way to do it in order to succeed. Likewise, there...

Many landlords will be familiar with the scourge that is mould. It is a major source of complaints by tenants and...

With new regulations and rules now in place for landlords, our in-house property experts outline their 10 essential safety requirements for...

Online searches for pet-friendly UK rental property have jumped to the highest level since available records began in 2004, according to...

I have been a developer and landlord for over 25 years and, for my sins, ended up owning an estates and...

Despite another national lockdown seemingly on the horizon, the property market remains resilient, with the stamp duty holiday and other initiatives...

Research by Andrews Property Group has identified the 10 UK towns and cities where 99% of homes currently listed for sale...

With activity in the market continuing to rise and the number new tenancies back to pre-pandemic levels, landlords are enjoying strong...

The other major housing announcement in the Chancellor’s recent summer economic update, aside from the headline-grabbing stamp duty holiday, was the...

As a landlord, it’s vital to conduct periodic inspections throughout each tenancy to ensure that the condition of your rental property...

Build to Rent (BTR) developer Moda Living has struck a UK-wide partnership with technology provider Utopi to build a complete digital...

Who are you? David Alexander What does it say on your business card? Joint Manager Director What is apropos? Apropos is a revolutionary new property management...

Some four in 10 mortgage advisers expect to write more buy-to-let business in the next 12 months, according to Paragon Bank. The...

In part one, we looked at the major institutional investors ploughing money into the rapidly growing Build to Rent (BTR) sector. Here,...

A closed-ended real estate investment trust has announced the completion of the 2,000th home for its portfolio. The PRS REIT was established...

Many landlords and investors may now be looking to expand their portfolios, with lockdown restrictions gradually being eased and major lenders...

The whole world is currently dealing with the challenge of Covid-19. Huge government support is being promised on a scale even...

Lettings deposit replacement scheme Ome has looked at how much tenants are paying to secure a rental property, how this has...

As an investor, you will probably want to invest in an area with high tenant demand – and in many cases...

Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a seasoned one looking to build your portfolio, you will need to consider how you...

With more and more people going to university every year, landlords and investors may wish to tap into the increasingly lucrative...

While more people come into the world every day, the size of the earth remains exactly the same. Today, 55% of...

With the private rented sector continuing to expand, landlords must work hard to get ahead of the competition and attract suitable...

Simple Life, the provider of new build homes for the private rented sector, has developed 264 family homes in Rochdale after...

When you come to rent out your property, you will need to think about how you can maximise its potential in...

The UK rental market remained stable in December 2019, according to Goodlord’s Rental Index. Average rents stayed close to levels recorded in...

With people moving away from traditional long let tenancies in favour of shorter, ‘hassle-free’ tenancies, we’ve seen a rise in flex-rents...

GuestReady Group, a leading short-term let and Airbnb property manager, announced this week that it has passed the milestone of $1billion...

Increasingly, landlords have had to adapt to stay on top of the trends within the property and lifestyle sector to boost...

With approximately 120,250 Chinese people living in London, accounting for 1.5% of the capital's population, and many young Chinese people coming...

Moving home? Here’s your guide to property jargon When it comes to buying, selling, letting or renting a property, you will likely...

With Brexit causing hesitance amongst non-UK tenants within the rental sector, independent lettings and sales agent, Benham and Reeves, has looked...

The commitment of landlords and property investors to improving properties has contributed towards a drastically improved standard of rental accommodation in...

Some 84% of landlords are committed to the buy-to-let market and eager to maintain or grow the number of properties in...

Mulberry Cottages has announced the expansion this autumn of its free ‘Holiday Let Masterclasses’ for prospective buyers across the South of...

The children are off school, which means the summer break has officially begun and people are gearing up for the holidays....

Landlords in the UK are spending nearly £4.7 billion a year on their rental properties (an average of £3,134 each), according...

Roby.ai, an Articificial Intelligence (AI) assistant, has been launched in the UK property market. Thought to be an industry first, Roby.ai works...

The number of holiday lets are on the rise, according to Bournecoast Holiday Agents and financial consultants Elite Financial. The firms say...

The Tenant Fees Act, better known simply as the tenant fees ban, is coming into force from June 1 2019. It...

The property market in Cannes, France, has steadily grown in recent years with price increases of 6.5% between 2017 and 2018,...

When furnishing a rental property, it’s important to think about how you can maximise your income and really make the most...

£5,632. You’d be questioning me if I said that, right? Of course, the answer is a touch more complex than that. However,...