The mortgage market is growing increasingly competitive, thanks to record low rates and the ballooning availability of loans, a new report reveals.
Revenue boost for conveyancers
Conveyancers have enjoyed a significant boost in revenue in recent years, thanks to a highly competitive mortgage market, an increase in the number of first-time buyers getting on the property ladder and the willingness of buyers to pay more in conveyancing fees.
Property register could prompt frantic sales
News that the Government is planning to set up a register of property owned by foreign nationals in a bid to clamp down on tax evasion and money laundering has apparently led to a number of Nigerian property owners trying to sell.
Landlord ordered to pay thousands of pounds over seven HMO offences
A UK landlord has been ordered to pay thousands of pounds in Court over the poor state of a house in multiple occupation (HMO).
Changes in social housing regulations
As of the start of the new tax year on 6 April, certain regulations relating to providers of social housing changed, including that a private registered provider will no longer be required to certify their status.