Striking a Balance: Tanya Hasking on why the regulatory load on landlords should be eased
'The regulatory pendulum has swung too far,' argues John D Wood's lettings chief, and it is time for a recalibration of red tape 'to create an environment where landlords can freely enter and exit the market based on demand and profitability.'
Things landlords need to know about incoming rental reforms
John D Wood & Co.'s Head of Lettings, Tanya Hasking, sheds light on the main changes landlords can expect from a raft of reforms targeting the private rented sector.
Five years on: How 2016’s tax changes have shrunk the buy-to-let market
“The tax changes introduced from 2016 onwards have undoubtedly taken the heat out of the buy-to-let market," argues Hamptons' research chief Aneisha Beveridge.
Buy-to-let purchases drop as landlords ‘hibernate’
Investors are buying fewer rental properties than at any time since 2010, according to fresh Hamptons data.
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Chestertons Global moves on Iraq with Baghdad office
Luxury property agency continues to target 'emerging & frontier markets' as it ramps up its international network.
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Expertly renovated Grade I Nash mansion was formerly owned by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists.
Russell Simpson expands Kensington & Notting Hill sales team
Long-established boutique firm brings in former Dexters agent.
Tom Bill: ‘Wexit’ weighs on demand in Prime London markets
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