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Property sector reacts to Prime Minister’s announcement on watering down green targets

The Prime Minister has confirmed plans to water down the phasing out of gas boilers.
The delay will mean landlords do not need to install all new gas boilers in new builds and existing properties in England by 2035.

Landlords need to be incentivised and not driven from the PRS – Propertymark

The government needs to focus on its tax policies so that landlords in the private rented sector (PRS) are incentivised to remain and help house people and not be forced out.
That’s the verdict of Propertymark which is highlighting the steps that…

Mismatch between supply and demand widens

The mismatch between supply and demand is putting huge pressure on renters, according to a new report.
The latest figures from Propertymark’s Housing Insight report reveal a 38% increase in the number of prospective tenants looking for a property compa…

Tenants not interested in a property’s EPC rating

An industry body claims while engagement in energy-efficiency ratings is on the rise, tenants rarely show much interest in a property’s EPC rating.
A survey of 271 Propertymark member agents reveals only 2% of tenants always show an interest in an EPC …

Section 21 removal will cause chaos in courts

A leading industry body is warning the Justice Secretary that the removal of Section 21 will cause harm to the legal system.
Propertymark has written to Alex Chalk about the level of widespread concern from landlords and letting agents about the capaci…

Tax incentives required for EPC improvements

An industry body is urging the chancellor to introduce tax incentives for energy improvements for PRS homes.
Propertymark has written a letter to Jeremy Hunt suggesting changes to the tax system that will incentivise landlords to improve energy efficie…

Tougher rules needed for abandoned tenancies – Propertymark

Tenant abandonment is a serious problem for landlords, who may face legal and financial risks if they try to regain possession of their property without following the correct procedures.
And that’s why Propertymark has joined forces with other ho…

London landlords urged to take part in survey

A leading industry body wants to hear from landlords in London about their future plans for investment.
Propertymark and the University of Dundee have launched a survey to uncover whether landlords will retain their property investments or withdraw fro…

Leaseholders could end up bearing extra costs

The government has launched the biggest cladding removal scheme to fix dangerous cladding for the first time.
The cladding safety scheme has opened for all buildings in England over 11 meters and 11-18m in the Greater London authority area.

Second and empty homes in Scotland could face big council tax increases

A leading industry body has urged the Scottish government not to raise council tax premiums for second and empty homes.
Propertymark has responded to the Scottish government’s consultation on raising council tax for second and empty homes by more than…

Industry body urges letting agents to comply with regulations

An industry body has warned letting agents not to become complacent when it comes to the Renters Reform Bill.
Propertymark has said letting agents should still continue to comply with current requirements to avoid financial penalties.

Have your say in Renters Reform Bill survey

A leading industry body wants to hear landlord’s thoughts on the Renters Reform Bill.
Propertymark has launched a survey to uncover landlord’s feelings on the Bill as it passes through Parliament.
The industry body says so far more than 600 landl…

Mismatch between supply and demand continues in PRS

Growing demand and low supply leaves renters in limbo, according to new data.
The latest figures from Propertymark’s Housing Insight report reveal in June this year an average of 13 new prospective tenants registered per available property over t…

PRS landlords face a future with furry friends

It may be good news for our furry friends that under the Renters’ Reform Bill they might be allowed in rented properties, but what does this mean for landlords?
The proposed rules mean that landlords cannot reasonably refuse a request to have a pet in…

Industry body responds to rent controls in Wales

A leading industry body has warned the Welsh government about the failures of rent controls.
Propertymark has responded to the Welsh government’s green paper consultation on housing adequacy and fair rents.
The document says that some countries have ru…

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