Category: Build To Rent
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Single-Family Housing Could Change UK’s Rental Market
In recent years, the UK’s property landscape has undergone a significant transformation, particularly in the rental sector. The once underestimated Build to Rent (BTR) sector is now a rising star, showing remarkable growth and adaptation to consumer needs, especially among single-family households. In today’s BTRNews, an article argues that this change isn’t just a blip…
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MPs Must Better Understand the Value of Build-to-Rent Investment
The UK is grappling with a myriad of housing challenges, one of the most pressing being the inadequate supply of rental properties to meet the growing demand. Yet, a solution exists in the Build-to-Rent (BTR) sector, an initiative that appears not to be given the recognition it deserves, particularly at the parliamentary level. MPs’ Perspective…
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Scottish Government Proposal May Exempt BTR from Rent Control
A recent proposal by the Scottish Government seeks to introduce rent controls, yet exempts Build To Rent (BTR) operators, LandlordToday reports. The proposal in question has arisen from a consultative document detailing potential changes to the rent control system. The primary stipulation is that these controls will apply to rent increases during and between tenancies.…
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Shifting Trends Favour Build To Rent
Yorkshire property expert and partner at Zenko Living, Jonathan Morgan, told the Yorkshire Post about a profound shift towards long-term renting and how the public’s perception of housing is evolving. The Housing Act of 1988 and the Dawn of “Buy to Let” The Housing Act introduced in 1988 was somewhat of a game-changer for UK…
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The Rise of BTR Suburban Communities
Property investments are taking a new direction, and for those considering diving into this market, understanding these shifts is crucial. The Build to Rent (BTR) landscape has undergone a significant transformation, transitioning from city-centric properties to embracing suburban communities. Estate Agent Today looked into the trend. A Shift from London to the Regions One of…
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Build-to-Rent Investors Find Opportunity in the UK Property Market
The UK property market is experiencing a significant shift as small landlords struggle to cope with mounting pressure. This has created a lucrative opportunity for build-to-rent investors, who are swooping in to meet the increasing demand for rental housing. The Changing Landscape According to Andrew Saunderson, who heads CBRE Group’s UK Residential Capital Markets division,…
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John Lewis Hits Problems With Build to Rent Scheme
John Lewis, the well-known UK retailer, is facing significant challenges with its plan to build more than 400 flats above a Waitrose in West Ealing. Experts have warned that the project could cost more to build than it would be worth on paper, potentially resulting in a negative return of £57 million. The development is…
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Report Supports Build-to-Rent Over Buy-to-Let
Estate agency Knight Frank, in collaboration with Build-To-Rent operator Moda Living, has released a comprehensive report highlighting the advantages of the Build-To-Rent (BTR) sector over the traditional Buy-To-Let (BTL) market. The report, titled the BTR Resident Experience Index, draws insights from 247 BTR schemes across the UK, providing potential investors with valuable information on what…
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Co-Living to Grow Significantly
The concept of co-living has become increasingly popular in recent years, with multiple-occupancy developments popping up in major cities across the UK. Co-living, also known as beehive housing, involves living in small private units within larger communal spaces. While this trend offers the promise of a more connected and sustainable way of living, it also…
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Build to Rent – Overview of the Sector
The build-to-rent sector has gained significant attention in recent years, raising questions about its impact on smaller landlords in the buy-to-let market. As larger companies enter the build-to-rent space, some experts believe that smaller and accidental landlords are being pushed out. In this article, Mortgage Introducer explores the reasons behind this shift, the tenant profile…