Value Perspectives

Debates around levies, rent adjustments, council leasing schemes and perhaps even fundamental property rights continue to shape the current Property Investment landscape – causing some investors to become squeamish and exit – reducing rental supply and contributing to rent increases as a result. Yes, the potential changes to Capital Gains Tax coming potentially in November – and even the mention of a potential Wealth Tax – are certainly causing a stir. The below looks at some of the latest on some of these topics, and we’ll also look at ways to avoid property devaluation pitfalls. Stay informed to maximise long-term investment benefits amidst this evolving landscape.

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Capital Appreciation at Highest Level. Capital appreciation has reached its highest level in nearly two years (2.4% year-on-year), driven by rising demand and limited supply. The surge in house prices, reported by Landlord Today, reflects strong market conditions. However, experts caution that economic uncertainties and potential interest rate hikes could impact future growth – and prices are yet to return to the 2022 peak.

Scrap Landlord Levies? The National Residential Landlord’s Association (NRLA) is urging the UK government to scrap landlord levies, arguing that these taxes and regulations harm the Private Rented Sector (PRS) by reducing supply and increasing rents. Advocates claim that abolishing these levies would encourage investment, boost housing supply, and alleviate the housing crisis affecting tenants and landlords alike.

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Raise it or lose it. An article from Property118 argues that landlords should increase rent annually as a matter of course, in order to maintain rental income in line with inflation and rising costs. Regular adjustments help avoid large, sudden rent hikes and fund property upkeep. This practice benefits tenants by providing predictable rent changes and helps landlords sustain their investment’s financial health.

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Why Are Many Landlords Hesitant to Rent to Councils? Crisis and TDS Group have partnered to investigate why private Landlords are hesitant to rent properties to councils. The partnership aims to identify barriers such as concerns over tenant management, rent guarantees and property damage. The goal is to address these issues and encourage more landlords to participate in council leasing schemes.

What Makes Your Property LOSE Value? Well, according to JS Advisory, some of the most significant things are; removing a bath (to have just showers in order to save space, as this limits the market for that property significantly), garish or bold colours – stay neutral if you’re not sure, textured walls or ceilings also hit perceived value, converting a garage (many value that space as a garage over an extra room), converting bedrooms to hobby rooms or offices (in a non-easily reversible way), poor DIY and finally, strangely, non-consistent flooring throughout the house can lead to valuation agents significantly reducing the value of your property.

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What Keeps Landlords in the BTL Business? According to Paragon bank’s survey, the main reasonas are that despite challenges like increased regulations and rising costs, Landlords remain in the Buy-to-Let business due to steady rental income, long-term property appreciation and the desire for a secure retirement. According to the survey, Landlords prioritise maintaining good tenant relationships and view property overall as a stable, profitable long-term strategy.

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