Tax rises will increase rent and may reduce supply – Nationwide

5th January 2026

Tax rises will increase rent and may reduce supply – Nationwide

The Nationwide has warned that Rachel Reeves’ tax rises announced in last November’s Budget will lead to higher rents. The building society made the claim as its latest house price index reported an unexpected fall. Chief economist Robert Gardner comments: “The changes to property taxes announced in the Budget are unlikely to have...

Labour says licensing is here to stay, despite arrival of landlord database

5th January 2026

Labour says licensing is here to stay, despite arrival of landlord database

The government says selective licensing will stay in place, despite the arrival of a new landlord...

Prices of flats fall again as landlords sell and buyers seek houses

5th January 2026

Prices of flats fall again as landlords sell and buyers seek houses

New data shows that flats have fallen in value by an average 0.9% over the past...

Landlords do the right thing – but must still buy a licence

5th January 2026

Landlords do the right thing – but must still buy a licence

A council led by a residents’ association has stated that many landlords “already do the right...



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