Buy-to-let landlord are being targeted by HM Revenue and Customs for payment of tax on rental income.
There is gathering support from property associations for a VAT cut on the cost of home renovations and repairs.
Rents in the private sector look set to increase during 2008 according to ARLA.
The Budget did not uncover any exciting plans, good or bad, in the coming year for the UK’s property owners.
The house price index released by the Department for Communities and Local Government shows a 1.7% rise.
As Inside Track's buy-to-let business model fails, second hand buy-to-let is shown to be the safer investment.
Councils recent prosecution of landlord shows commitment to improving standards for private rentals.
Fire safety issues prompt the NLA and councils to route out bad landlords and publish fire safety guide.