Tag: EPC rating
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House Prices Rising at a Slower Pace and Energy Efficiency Matters – Nationwide
The average UK house price in August 2024 was £265,375. This is a slight decrease from July, but still 2.4% higher than a year ago. While this is good news for sellers, the market is showing signs of slowing down after the crazy highs of 2022. But what does this mean for you? Well, alongside…
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Paragon Cuts BTL Rates by up to 20bps
Paragon Bank has just slashed rates on many of their buy-to-let (BTL) mortgages, making it a bit easier to make those rental profits. Lower Rates, More Options Paragon Bank has reduced rates on 20 of their BTL mortgages by up to 20 basis points (bps). That means you could save a bit of cash on…
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Landlords Face 2030 Energy Efficiency Deadline – Are You Ready?
New research has revealed that landlords may struggle to meet the government’s ambitious 2030 target for energy efficiency in rental properties. While progress has been made, the rate of improvement needs to dramatically increase to hit the goal. The 2030 Target The government aims for all privately rented homes in England and Wales to achieve…
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Mortgage Rates Take a Tumble – Best Deals This Week
Despite rising house prices, mortgage rates are falling, offering hope for those looking to step onto the property ladder. The Halifax House Price Index reported a 0.8% surge in house prices in July, pushing the average UK house price to £291,268. That’s a hefty 2.3% increase compared to last year, marking the most significant jump…
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Landlords Get 7 Years to Improve Homes’ Energy Ratings
Get ready, landlords! The government is cracking down on energy-guzzling rental properties. They’re bringing in a new law that forces you to make your properties more energy-efficient. What’s Changing? Right now, you only need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of “E” to rent out your property. But, starting in 2030, you’ll need to upgrade…
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Zephyr Launches 80% Buy-to-Let Mortgages with Low Rates
Zephyr Homeloans has just launched a brand new range of 80% buy-to-let mortgages, giving you the chance to secure a great deal on your next investment property. What’s on offer? Zephyr is offering fixed-rate mortgages for two years across its standard, HMO (Houses of Multiple Occupancy) and MUFB (Multi-Unit Freehold Blocks) ranges. Here’s the breakdown:…
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Zephyr Reduces Buy-to-Let Rates
Zephyr Homeloans has just announced some good news – they’ve slashed rates across most of their buy-to-let mortgage products. This means you could be saving money on your monthly repayments. Lower Rates, More Options Zephyr has reduced rates by 5-10bps (basis points) across the board, making it even easier for you to find a great…
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This Week’s Best Mortgage Rates – 18th July 2024
Mortgage rates are falling, which means cheaper deals for homebuyers and those looking to remortgage. Here’s what you need to know this week. There’s good news for anyone looking to buy a house or remortgage, as some of the UK’s biggest lenders have been slashing their rates. Over the past week, Halifax, TSB and Barclays…
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Best Mortgage Rates This Week, as Election Looms
Nervous buyers are holding back, but mortgage rates are dropping. Is now the time to make your move? The latest figures from the Bank of England show that getting a mortgage is still a challenge for many, with the number of people getting mortgages approved for house purchases dropping slightly from 60,800 in April to…
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Millions of Brits Facing Energy Bill Nightmare as Homes Fail Green Tests
Over half of us are living in energy-guzzling homes, costing a fortune in bills. But could YOU unlock thousands in savings with a few simple upgrades? New research by property website Rightmove has revealed that a shocking 18 million homes in the UK have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D or below. That’s…