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Sale and rent back guidance welcomed

Guidance provided by the National Landlords Association (NLA) on sale and rent back schemes could prove to be effective for landlords, it has been suggested.

8th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Apart-hotels 'offer decent returns'

Serviced apartments can offer profitable opportunities for those in the buy-to-let sector, it has been reported.

9th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Eco-friendly features 'attract rental tenants'

Those landlords who implement energy-efficient measures into their rental properties are more likely to attract tenants, it has been reported.

10th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Ten per cent of Scottish pubs 'may stop trading'

A significant number of pubs, restaurants and nightclubs across Scotland may be closed ahead of the introduction of the new Licensing Act next year, it has been reported.

13th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Tenant demand 'continues to grow'

Rental properties are increasingly in demand from tenants, it has been revealed.

15th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Manchester set for office redevelopment

A multimillion pound office redevelopment is to take place in central Manchester, it has emerged.

15th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Pub industry 'under threat'

The government has been called upon to lend a helping hand to the ailing pub industry, it has been reported.

6th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Buy-to-let mortgage sector 'on the decline'

The shrinking of the buy-to-let mortgage market in recent days could present difficulties for landlords, it has been reported.

3rd October 2008, Filed in: Property

Cider 'to grow in popularity'

The popularity of cider in pubs and other on and off-trade licensed retailers is set to blossom, it has been reported.

2nd October 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'are not facing crisis'

The buy-to-let property sector is not in a state of disaster.

1st October 2008, Filed in: Property

Huddersfield mixed-use development given green light

A multimillion pound development is to take place in Huddersfield, it has been revealed.

30th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'should do thorough research'

It is important for property landlords looking to increase their rental portfolio to do their homework.

29th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Quality freehold sites 'still in demand'

In spite of the overall difficulties being experienced by those in the licensed pub trade, there is a still a demand for premium freehold premises.

29th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'should focus on tenants'

Those involved in the buy-to-let sector should lend more consideration towards their prospective tenants.

24th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Derby 'to receive eco-friendly office block'

Plans have been put forward for the construction of a major office development in Derby, it has been revealed.

23rd September 2008, Filed in: Property

Event aims to attract female construction applicants

An event is being held in West Yorkshire next month aimed at increase the number of women entering the construction profession, it has been revealed.

22nd September 2008, Filed in: Property

Premium bars 'managing through credit crunch'

As the credit crunch continues, high-end bars and restaurants are outperforming traditional pubs, it has been reported.

22nd September 2008, Filed in: Property

Mortgage rate reductions made by Woolwich

Woolwich has unveiled a number of mortgage rate changes, it has been revealed.

16th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Pub trade 'to shed thousands of jobs'

The licensed trade is to axe thousands of jobs in the pub and brewing industries over the next five years.

16th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Buy-to-let investors 'bide their time'

Those operating in the buy-to-let sector are going to wait for the declining housing market to reach rock bottom.

15th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Licensees face drop in business

More than half of UK licensees claim that the economic decline has resulted in a fall in trade, a new study shows.

12th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Rental demand 'continues'

There continues to be demand for rented homes, new research shows.

12th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Interior design 'important for landlords'

Rental landlords may wish to lend their ears to new comments reporting on the need for the interior design of their property portfolio to be attractive.

11th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'should not be attached to rental property'

It is important that those landlords renting accommodation do not view such a property in the same manner they did when it was their home.

10th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Pub closure rates 'on the up'

An increasing number of pubs are closing every week, new research shows.

9th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'should think local' when furnishing a property

Landlords have been urged to "think local" when furnishing their rental properties.

8th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Tenants 'looking for more upmarket properties'

Individuals looking to rent in today's market are looking for more than a lick of white paint and beige carpets, according to a property professional.

8th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Eco-awareness 'leads to home improvements'

Many landlords in the UK are much more aware of ecological issues than they were a few years ago, which in turn is leading to more environmentally sound home improvements, it has been claimed.

5th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'working on energy efficiency'

New research has found that many professional landlords are taking it upon themselves to improve the energy efficiency of the properties which they own.

5th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Investors 'may benefit from government housing moves'

While the new housing initiatives recently announced by the government will help some, there will still be a large proportion of first-time buyers unable to afford to purchase a property and may have to rent.

4th September 2008, Filed in: Property

Commercial property 'continuing successfully'

Commercial property in Manchester is defying the current economic slump which could be good news for professional landlords.

3rd September 2008, Filed in: Property

CML introduces new scheme 'to reduce fraud'

Professional landlords are set to benefit from a scheme set up by the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) which aims to reduce frauds, it has been revealed.

3rd September 2008, Filed in: Property

Stamp duty suspension confirmed

Landlords may be affected if a government move to axe stamp duty on cheaper properties is successful.

2nd September 2008, Filed in: Property

Brokers 'positive over landlords'

Professional landlords will be buying new properties this year, almost half of brokers believe.

1st September 2008, Filed in: Property

Property prices in university towns revealed

Costs of properties in university towns across the country have been revealed by Halifax.

1st September 2008, Filed in: Property

Mortgage Works reveals tax cut for landlords

Landlords who chose to sell to their buy-to-let homes in the second quarter of this year paid less tax than those opting to do so earlier on in 2007, it has been revealed.

29th August 2008, Filed in: Property

PwC reveals cutbacks on eating out

The impact of the credit crunch and other financial difficulties is increasingly causing people to cut back on eating and drinking out, new research shows.

29th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Commercial property in Scotland 'holding up'

The commercial property sector in Scotland continues to be robust, in spite of the financial difficulties experienced in markets across Britain.

28th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Paragon reveals confidence of property landlords

Landlords continue to remain positive about their prospects in the rental sector, new research shows.

27th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Licensed trade 'struggle with falling sales'

Pubs continue to struggle during the difficult financial climate, it has been reported.

27th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Nationwide make mortgage rate changes

A number of changes to its mortgage rate product have been unveiled by Nationwide, it has been revealed.

26th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Jewel office building 'to light up London'

The London skyline is to benefit from a new office development after construction of the facility was recently given the green light, it has been revealed.

22nd August 2008, Filed in: Property

Leeds Building Society in mortgage rate moves

The Leeds Building Society has changed rates on its mortgage products, it has been revealed.

22nd August 2008, Filed in: Property

Pubs 'see fall in trade'

A significant number of pubs are witnessing a drop in trade, it has been revealed.

21st August 2008, Filed in: Property

Prime commercial property 'will always be sought-after'

There will always be a demand for prime commercial property.

20th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Scottish pubs 'set to fall'

The number of pubs in Scotland could be set to fall even further, it has been suggested.

19th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Rental market 'surges ahead'

The rental sector continues to be profitable, a new report has revealed.

19th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Office developments delayed due to financial difficulties

The recent decline in the financial markets has seen plans to build a number of major office developments in London put on hold, it has been revealed.

18th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Demand for rented homes 'persists in Essex'

There continues to be demand for rented homes in Essex.

15th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Gloucestershire office space launched

A major office development has been launched in Gloucestershire, it has been revealed.

15th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Jamies wine bars and Henry J Beans sites bought out

A number of bars throughout Britain have been bought by Nick Tamblyn - the former chairman of Chorion - from the Food & Drink Group, it has been revealed.

14th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Plans for Leeds office space put forward

Planning permission has been put forward for the construction of office space in Leeds, it has been revealed.

13th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Pubs 'may receive cash from public toilet scheme'

Pubs in Wales could be set to receive a financial incentive to allow members of the public to use their toilets, it has been reported.

13th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Getting adequate insurance advised for landlords

Landlords may be interested to hear the latest guidance from the National Landlords Association (NLA) on how to manage through the difficult economic climate.

12th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Birmingham set for new office space

New office space is set to be launched in Birmingham, it has been revealed.

11th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Hips 'are working'

Home Information Packs (Hips) are an effective tool for the development of the housing market, it has been claimed.

8th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Buy-to-let mortgages 'still falling'

Despite the monetary policy committee's decision to maintain interest rates, buy-to-let mortgage prices are continuing to fall, Young Group has claimed.

8th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Licensed traders 'look towards food during tough times'

An increasing number of licensees and pub companies are improving the food they offer in a bid to manage through the tough economic climate.

6th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Taxes and new laws 'mean pubs take longer to make profit'

The introduction of new legislation and rising taxes are causing pubs to take longer to start making a profit, it has been reported.

4th August 2008, Filed in: Property

Buy-to-let remains stable

The income generated from the buy-to-let market continues to remain stable at 6.4 per cent in June, it has been revealed.

1st August 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'hold concerns about sale and rent back'

A significant number of buy-to-let landlords are unaware of the sale and rent back (SARB) investment option, a new study shows.

29th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'could change' rent payment plans

A number of landlord organisations have responded to demands for retail tenants to change their rent payment schemes, it has been revealed.

25th July 2008, Filed in: Property

MPs express Olympic construction concerns

The Commons public accounts committee has reported concerns about construction projects for the 2012 Olympic Games.

24th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Positive signs for landlords revealed

Despite downturns in the economic sector there could still be opportunities for buy-to-let landlords, it has been stated.

23rd July 2008, Filed in: Property

Yorkshire office facility to be launched

A major office development in Huddersfield is to be launched, it has emerged.

22nd July 2008, Filed in: Property

Government 'may ban happy hour'

Happy hour drink promotions in pubs and nightclubs could soon be banned, it has been reported.

21st July 2008, Filed in: Property

BBPA calls for beer tax rethink

The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has called for the government to reconsider its plans to increase tax on beer.

17th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'should be aware of energy efficiency laws'

It is important for private landlords to be aware of the energy efficiency standards their properties are required to meet, it has been reported.

16th July 2008, Filed in: Property

New housing concept 'popular'

A new concept in housing that sees living space be spread over four floors is proving to be a success with residents, it has been claimed.

15th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Agreement reached for flood insurance

A new agreement reached between the government and the Association of British Insurers (ABI) means that flood insurance will be available to property owners for the foreseeable future.

14th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Buy-to-let landlords 'should focus on rent margins'

It is important for buy-to-let landlords to keep rental margins at the forefront of their minds.

11th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Private sector leasing 'offers opportunities' for landlords

While private sector leasing provides opportunities for landlords, they should approach such an option with care, it has been reported.

10th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Olympic Village changes unveiled

Changes to the residential areas of the Olympic Village have been announced.

8th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Smoking ban 'sees fall in pubs' alcohol sales'

The introduction of the smoking ban has resulted in a fall of alcohol sales at pubs over the last 12 months, it has been revealed.

7th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Buy-to-let landlords 'look to expand'

In spite of the impact of the credit crunch on the wider financial sector, a significant number of buy-to-let landlords are looking to expand their property portfolios, a new study shows.

4th July 2008, Filed in: Property

Consumer shopping footfall decreases

Retail footfall continues to decline, new research reveals.

3rd July 2008, Filed in: Property

HMV in sales surge

The HMV Group has unveiled a surge in sales over the course of its last financial year, it has been revealed.

2nd July 2008, Filed in: Property

London office development given go ahead

A major office development is set to be launched ahead of the 2012 Olympic games in London, it has been revealed.

2nd July 2008, Filed in: Property

DSGi reveals profit fall

Retail group DSGi has announced a fall in profits over the course of its last financial year, it has emerged.

1st July 2008, Filed in: Property

Licensees issued with guidance on new noise laws

New guidance has been launched for those working in the licensed trade, it has emerged.

30th June 2008, Filed in: Property

Property owners warned on VAT changes

Those looking to sell a commercial property have been advised to make themselves aware of the impact of new tax legislation, it has been revealed.

30th June 2008, Filed in: Property

NLA commends sale and rent back moves

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has praised moves by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) to improve the sale and rent back industry, it has been revealed.

16th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Pubs 'could receive funding for offering services for wider community'

Hundreds of pubs struggling to manage through the credit crisis could be on track to receive financial assistance, it has been reported.

20th October 2008, Filed in: Property

'Two-thirds' proposals welcomed

Plans to allow pubs to serve draught beer in a new measure have been praised, it has been revealed.

27th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords 'face problems in event of non payment of rent'

A failure on the part of tenants to pay rent has far-reaching consequences for landlords, it has been reported.

29th October 2008, Filed in: Property

Economic crisis 'leads to rising popularity of cheaper wines'

The credit crunch is seeing people buy cheaper wines in pubs, it has been reported.

3rd November 2008, Filed in: Property

Landlords urged to prepare for winter

As the winter months set in it is important that landlords take steps to make sure their property will be protected.

6th November 2008, Filed in: Property

Bad weather 'impacts on pub trade'

The poor summer has had a larger affect on pubs than the credit crunch, new research shows.

6th November 2008, Filed in: Property

Lenders 'need to pass on base rate cuts to landlords'

It is vital that banks and building societies pass on cuts in the base rate of interest to landlords.

7th November 2008, Filed in: Property

Mystery shopper study reveals pub customer frustrations

The results of a new mystery shopper study have revealed some of the largest sources of irritation for pub-goers.

10th November 2008, Filed in: Property

NLA calls for landlords to be prepared

It is important that landlords entering the rental market for the first time are sufficiently prepared.

19th November 2008, Filed in: Property

Demand for rental homes 'kept high by mortgage finance difficulties'

A difficulty for consumers to obtain mortgage finance is causing a continued demand for rental property, it has been reported.

20th November 2008, Filed in: Property

London office construction 'set to plummet'

There will be a significant drop in the number of completed office developments in London in the next few years, it has been reported.

24th November 2008, Filed in: Property

Employers 'do not reward workers for staying late'

A significant number of employers do not choose to reward those staff that work beyond their contracted hours.

18th December 2008, Filed in: Property

Insurance is "very important" for landlords

/a> is set to become increasingly important for such property professionals.

16th December 2008, Filed in: Property

Co-op Group to construct new Manchester HQ

The Co-operative Group is to build a major office development in Manchester, it has been revealed.

22nd December 2008, Filed in: Property

Letting holiday homes 'is popular practice'

The trend of letting out a holiday home may be set to become increasingly popular, it has been reported.

31st December 2008, Filed in: Property

Scottish landlords reminded of need to have EPC

It is crucial that those landlords operating in Scotland have an energy performance certificate (EPC) in place.

5th January 2009, Filed in: Property

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