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Buying to let? These are the property features renters will happily pay more for
If you're buying to let, it's worth knowing that on-site gyms and pet-friendly lets are among the most desirable features in rented accommodation, with many tenants happy to pay more for them
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1 in 5 renters has fallen ill due to poor quality accommodation
Research reveals many tenants are still struggling in substandard properties, to the detriment of their health
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Tenant fee ban is coming on June 1 2019 – but will it reduce costs for renters?
The new ban comes into law this June, along with a six-week cap on deposits; but will renting become any cheaper?
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Thousands of HMO landlords still operate without licences and provide poor living conditions
But Houses in Multiple Occupation could be improved if landlord licence fees were invested back into the housing
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Rising property prices in the North and Wales means more will only ever rent
Traditionally more affordable areas of the country are now seeing comparable house prices to the South East
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End to landlords' right to 'no-fault' evictions paves way for greater tenant security
Abolition of Section 21 welcomed by renters and property experts alike
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Public service workers spend up to 80% of income on rent
Income-to-rent ratio varies between regions, with large cities presenting workers in key jobs with the highest financial burden
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Government has no plan for EU renters after Brexit
EU nationals at risk from discrimination from landlords, with government failing to provide clear guidance
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Renting more cost effective long-term than home ownership
While rental costs remain high, the cumulative costs of home maintenance put home owners at a disadvantage
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Petition against 'No DSS' listings on Rightmove gathers momentum
Call on Rightmove to ban discriminatory listings follows a similar ban by Zoopla
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Liverpool most profitable buy-to-let hotspot
The city's postcodes figure twice in the top five of buy-to-let hotspots, reveals new tool
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A third of Britons would rent for life to avoid rising property prices
Flexibility and the price of property are cited as the top reasons many people in Britain would prefer to rent for life, despite their low opinion of renting rights in the UK
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London has the highest number of people living with their parents – but Bristol's parents charge the highest rents
More than half of Britons have lived with their parents at some point, especially if they live in the capital
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The most – and least – affordable London boroughs for renters
About half of London is unaffordable for those on average salaries, but there is some good news for those who rent in the capital
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New Fitness for Habitation Act gives tenants the right to take landlords to court
Brand new bill comes into effect in March and will allow tenants to sue landlords over essential repairs
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Ikea trials a new scheme to rent out its furniture – including kitchens
Homeware giant Ikea announces its intention to trial a furniture – and even kitchen – rental scheme... Real Homes finds out more about this renting and eco-friendly move
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Knowing your rights as a renter can save trouble – and money – but 98% of us are ignorant of them
It turns out most renters don't know their rights when it come to tenancy deposits – and more
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Online property auctions are becoming more sophisticated, offering a stress-free property search for tenants and buyers
New online platforms are making the property auction market more reputable – and a viable alternative for both home owners and renters
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A brand-new, zero-deposit rental scheme addresses the problem of high deposits
A new rental-only housing development offers no-deposit, high-standard rental accommodation at affordable prices – we're impressed