Tag: Economy
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UK rent growth slows but tenant affordability is a ‘...
The average UK rent has risen by 7.8% to £1,223 in the past year, but the pace of growth is starting to slow, Zoopla reveals.
The...
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Landlords help to boost local economies
The significant financial contribution being made by landlords to regional economies when supporting local trades has been revealed.
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Rent arrears soar amid economic woes
Tenants are facing mounting difficulties in paying their rent as the economic situation worsens, research reveals.
The data from Reposit,
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Building 90,000 social homes could add £51.2bn to the eco...
New research suggests that building 90,000 social homes every year could significantly benefit the UK economy – by up to £51.2bn.
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UK rents reached a record high in January
Private rents in the UK reached record highs in January with the average rent paid by tenants rising by 6.2%.
That’s according...
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UK house prices hit 12-month high in January
UK house prices rose by 2.5% year-on-year in January, the highest annual growth rate since January 2023, according to Halifax.
The...
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Mortgage rates fall and buyer confidence rises
The UK housing market is showing signs of recovery in 2024, as mortgage rates fall, buyer confidence rises, and sales activity increases,