Landlords more confident for 2012 buy-to-let market, study finds
Nearly 70 per cent of landlords in the UK are more confident about the buy-to-let market this year than they were in 2011. This is according to new research from online lettings agency Upad which showed that high rents and reduced housing stock are the main reasons for boosting their assurance in the sector.
HMRC targets landlords in Scotland
Landlords in Scotland who are not up to date with their taxes will be targeted by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) in a new scheme to better housing practices.
Inside Housing proves David Cameron falling rents claim wrong
Prime Minister David Cameron has refused to correct his claims that private sector rents are falling, despite a survey that proves his claims are wrong. A report by Inside Housing showed that private sector rents are actually increasing and that this could be due to the high demand for such properties.
First-time buyers rushing to avoid Stamp Duty create eight-month high in sales
The number of first-time buyers purchasing a property has reached an eight-month high as an increasing number of people rush to avoid the Stamp Duty being re-imposed on March 24.
