News

Egham Residents Clash Over Royal Holloway University's Controversial Expansion Plans

Egham Residents Clash Over Royal Holloway University’s Controversial Expansion Plans

Egham Residents Debate Royal Holloway University's Expansion Plan The village of Egham in Surrey sits in a heated debate. Royal Holloway University now plans to grow from about 12,000 to 15,000 students. Some locals support this change. Others fear problems in their everyday life. They worry over housing, parking, and how the area will feel. Concerns Over Unsustainable Growth Councillor Andrea Berardi...

Landlords Fined Nearly ÂŁ100,000 for Overcrowded Flat Following Tragic London Ebike Fire

Landlords Fined Nearly ÂŁ100,000 for Overcrowded Flat Following Tragic London Ebike Fire

London E-bike Fire Leads to Heavy Fines for Overcrowded Flat Landlords A tragic fire shocked the community. The fire started with an e-bike battery. Landlords of a crowded flat in East London paid almost ÂŁ100,000 in fines. The case shows problems in Houses in Multiple Occupation. Landlords must follow strict safety rules. Overcrowded Living Conditions On March 5, 2023, a fire broke out at a two-bedroom...

UK Housing Market Under Pressure: Can Interest Rate Cuts Save Property Prices from a Crash?

UK Housing Market Under Pressure: Can Interest Rate Cuts Save Property Prices from a Crash?

UK House Prices at Risk: Can Interest Rate Cuts Prevent a Market Crash? In 2025, the UK housing market faces new doubts. Market players see rising rates and an unsettled economy. The market that once stayed strong now shows risk. The Bank of England sets rates that many now watch. Some ask, can lower rates stop a fall, especially for those in HMOs? Mixed Performance in the Housing Market The UK market,...

Mastering Restaurant Complaints: Insider Tips from a Royal Butler and Top Chefs

Mastering Restaurant Complaints: Insider Tips from a Royal Butler and Top Chefs

Mastering the Art of Complaining in Restaurants: Insights from Experts Dining out is part of the British way of life. Many people go to restaurants but hold back when the meal does not meet their hopes. With household costs growing, diners want fair prices for their money. Experts share simple tips on how to complain in a clear and calm way. Understanding the British Dining Culture Brian McElderry, a chef...

Navigating the UK Housing Market: Insights on Trends and Property Prices

Navigating the UK Housing Market: Insights on Trends and Property Prices

Understanding the Current Landscape of UK House Prices The UK housing market changes day by day. It shows a mix of economic factors, buyer needs, and regional differences. Forbes Advisor UK gives new data. Investors looking at HMOs use this data to learn more about market forces. Current Trends in House Prices Recent reports show that UK house prices have shifted. Many areas now show higher costs. Some...

Top Strategies for Smart Property Investment in the UK: Insights from Experts

Top Strategies for Smart Property Investment in the UK: Insights from Experts

The Best Places To Invest in UK Property Right Now: Insights from Bloomberg The UK property market shifts when the economy changes. Many investors search for safe, steady investments. Bloomberg experts point out where to put money in real estate, with a close look at HMOs and other property types. Understanding the UK Property Market Trends The UK shows a strong love for property. Home ownership stands...

Navigating the Shifting Landscape of UK House Prices: What to Expect in 2025

Navigating the Shifting Landscape of UK House Prices: What to Expect in 2025

Latest Trends in the UK Housing Market: What to Expect The UK housing market shifts with price moves. Stamp duty change, economic risks, and altered buyer moods drive these shifts. Buyers scan the property scene. Investors in Houses in Multiple Occupation must track new details in house prices. Recent Developments in House Prices Early April 2025 shows UK house prices with frequent ups and downs. Buyers...

Gravesend's Crackdown on Unlicensed HMOs: Landlords Fined ÂŁ27,500 to Ensure Community Safety

Gravesend’s Crackdown on Unlicensed HMOs: Landlords Fined ÂŁ27,500 to Ensure Community Safety

Council Issues Hefty Fines for Unlicensed HMOs in Gravesend Introduction Gravesham Borough Council works to keep housing safe. It has fined landlords who run unlicensed Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in Gravesend. The council shows it cares about safe housing for its people. Fines Summarised The council fined one landlord ÂŁ10,000. The property is on Granville Road and lacks a proper licence. The...

Revitalization Plans Underway for Former West Midlands Pub: Council Proposes HMO Conversion to Enhance Community

Revitalization Plans Underway for Former West Midlands Pub: Council Proposes HMO Conversion to Enhance Community

Plans for the Former Forge Tavern in Wednesbury Recommended for HMO Conversion Reviving Wednesbury's Eyesore Sandwell Council planning officers back a plan to change the old Forge Tavern into a House in Multiple Occupation. The council supports this idea after many steps that tried to reuse the building in the past eight years. Past plans—one to use the space for Islamic tuition and another for a...

Bolton Implements Tough New Rules to Curb Rapid Growth of HMOs Amid Community Concerns

Bolton Implements Tough New Rules to Curb Rapid Growth of HMOs Amid Community Concerns

Tough New Rules for House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) in Bolton Bolton will soon have tighter rules on turning houses into HMOs. Local residents and property investors talk a lot about these changes. A Rapid Increase in HMOs Bolton’s housing scene has changed a lot in recent years. In 2021, Bolton Council counted only 117 HMOs. By the end of 2024, the number grew to 720. The change came as rules allowed...

Compare listings

Compare