Tag: EPC rating
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Go Green, Boost Your Rent: How Landlords Can Profit from Energy Efficiency
Want to add thousands to the value of your rental property and watch your rental income soar? Going green is the answer, according to the latest research. A new report by The Mortgage Works reveals that landlords who invest in energy-efficient upgrades could be sitting on a goldmine. But there’s a catch – a looming…
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Rents Soar to Record Highs – But Will Tax Changes Hit Landlords?
It’s official: rents are higher than ever. But with whispers of tax hikes and stricter energy rules, are we about to see a landlord exodus? Rightmove’s latest data reveals the average rent outside London has skyrocketed to a staggering £1,344 per month. That’s a hefty 5.2% jump compared to last year. London Landlords The capital…
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Landlords Face 26 YEAR Wait to Recoup EPC Upgrade Costs!
New research shows it could take more than 26 YEARS for landlords to earn back the cost of eco-upgrades on their rental properties. The government wants all rental properties to have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C or above by 2030. This means landlords could be forced to shell out thousands of pounds…
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First-Time Buyers Flood Back to the Housing Market
First-time buyer searches jumped up by 9.1% in September! This follows a 5.4% rise in August, meaning more and more people are looking to buy their first home. This surge in interest comes as mortgage rates become more affordable. The average rate on a 5-year fixed mortgage is currently around 4.5%, making it a good…
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2.9 million Rental Homes Need Upgrades – Will Yours Make the Cut?
2.9 million rental properties need a green makeover. And if those properties want to meet the government’s proposed minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C by 2030, a hefty £23.4 billion needs to be spent – averaging out to £8,074 per property. This news comes straight from Rightmove’s latest Greener Homes Report, which spills…
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Beat the chill and BOOST your home’s value by almost £22,000 this winter!
Selling your home this winter? Forget painting the fence and mowing the lawn, smart sellers are being urged to make their homes winter-ready to attract buyers with an eye on warmth and comfort this season. With the housing market traditionally heating up as we head into Autumn, experts at online estate agent Yopa have revealed…
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Zephyr Cuts Fixed Mortgage Rates
Zephyr Homeloans has announced a significant cut to their fixed-rate mortgage products! This could be the perfect opportunity to lock in a great deal, especially if you’ve been waiting for rates to fall. Here’s what you need to know: For energy-efficient homes (EPC rating A-C): For homes with lower energy ratings (EPC rating D or…
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Fleet Mortgages Relaunches EPC Products and Cuts Rates for Landlords
Fleet Mortgages is offering landlords lower rates on mortgages for properties with top energy ratings – plus cashback for landlords who upgrade their properties! Fleet Mortgages has brought back its range of mortgages designed to reward landlords who own properties with good Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings. These mortgages are available to all types of…
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FHL’s Mortgage Rate Cuts for Landlords and Homebuyers
Foundation Home Loans has announced good news for both landlords and people looking to buy their own home, with a range of mortgage rate cuts. There are savings for landlords, with Foundation cutting rates across its special and limited edition buy-to-let mortgages. These cuts are designed to offer more choice and flexibility, with different options…
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House Prices Soar as Mortgage Rates Tumble – Who Has the Best Deals This Week?
Property prices are on the up, but crucially, mortgage rates are heading down. Could this be the perfect moment to take the plunge? The latest Halifax House Price Index shows house prices jumped by in the year to August – that’s the biggest annual increase since November 2022! The average UK home now costs £292,505,…