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Third of London renters hit by bill hike of at least 10 per cent

London tenants saw their rents increase by an average of 12 per cent in the year to February

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Hazardous levels of damp and mould reported in rented homes in London

Research reveals the huge volume of complaints made to London councils over the presence of damp and mould in rented homes

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Comment: ‘landlords shouldn’t raise rents if they can afford not to’

Achieving ‘market rent’ shouldn’t be all that landlords are aiming for

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Commuter areas where London renters save most — even after train fares

‘Inner commuter belt’ areas offering the highest savings for exiting tenants compared to the cost of renting in Greater London

Property News

H&P comment: ‘Unlocking unused space is part of the housing solution’

Any plan to fix the London property market requires a broader approach than just talking housing targets

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Wealthy renters in London mean rent hikes are outpacing salary rises

Tenant salaries are rising faster than rent price increases as average earners are pushed out of the inner city

Property News

Rental crisis sees record number of homeless families living in hotels

The number of households lodging in hotels has risen 1,740 per cent over the past two years, confirmed Westminster Council

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Average central London home now listed for more than £3,000 per month

Asking rents rose by almost six per cent across the capital in the last three months of 2022

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Four London postcodes where average rents come in under £700 per month

From sweeping forests to Premier League football grounds, you’ll find all you need in these inflation-swerving districts

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MP demands action as figures show Londoners struggling with their rent

A key worker exodus is feared as soaring prices make living in the capital unaffordable for more than a quarter of respondents to major poll

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Studio to rent with kitchen and toilet only accessible from the garden

The studio flat, between Camden and Kentish Town, is generously described as “lateral living”.

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Average monthly rent is £117 higher than a year ago – Zoopla

The website said it is seeing a rapid increase in rental demand for one and two-bedroom flats.
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Priced out: London renters forced out of the capital by rental crisis

Soaring costs for tiny rooms with nightmare landlords are forcing many London renters to move to the outer suburbs, or even leave the capital altogether — with mixed results

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Inside the most expensive homes to rent in every London borough

Not ready to put down roots — or just passing through? Try before you buy with our round-up of the capital’s most exclusive rental homes

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Everything you need to know about London rent protests on December 3

Where are they happening, what will they involve, when are people meeting and how do they aim to tackle soaring rent costs?

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Mould and damp: what are private tenants’ rights and responsibilities?

What can you do to keep your rented home mould free, and when should your landlord step in to help?

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Protests planned in London as record numbers of renters face eviction

The number of private landlord possession claims are now at the “highest level ever”, government data reveals

Luxury

Berry Bros & Rudd rental homes come with access to ‘wine concierge’

Fancy living next door to the ultimate offie? These sustainably refurbished apartments come with their own wine concierge

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Private renters face ‘winter of hardship’ after bleak autumn statement

Private tenants hit out at lack of support while capital gains tax change puts further pressure on supply of rental homes

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What can renters do to improve the energy efficiency of their homes?

What are your rights as a tenant looking to keep gas and electricity bills down?

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The brutal choices and soaring costs faced by London renters in crisis

As average rents climb ever closer to the £2,000-a-month mark, we meet Londoners navigating the rental crisis

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How to find cheaper rentals: from warehouses to share-and-care schemes

London renters tell of soaring prices, low supply and stiff competition. Here are four alternatives to conventional rentals you should know about now

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Melbourne vs. London: How rental costs, rules and interiors compare

Here’s what two long-term renters think about trying to find a home in the city of Melbourne

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London rents: why is the cost of renting spiralling out of control?

Calls are growing louder for a rent cap, as high demand and a ‘staggering’ drop-off in properties continues to cause problems for tenants

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Londoners downsizing to studios as rents climb to new record high

Agents warn of “extreme” competition for rental properties as average asking price for London rental hits £2,343 per month

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London rents rising to highest ever levels, research shows

Rents are rising fastest in the north-west and least in the south-west of the capital

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Renters’ support scheme launched by First Direct and Shelter

The Home from Home scheme will offer free help to customers of the bank who are private renters.
Politics

Liz Truss doubles down on vow to get rid of no-fault evictions

It follows warnings that backtracking on the promise would be a ‘betrayal’ of private renters

Interiors

22 energy-saving tricks renters and homeowners should know about

As energy bills rise, we’ve found smart ways to dramatically reduce your fuel consumption and monthly costs.

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Sadiq Khan calls for immediate rent freeze as cost of living spirals

New City Hall analysis has revealed that half of London renters are paying a premium to heat poorly insulated homes.

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How the cost and ease of renting in Madrid compares to London

Considering a city swap? Here’s how renting in London compares to Europe’s second largest metropolis

Property News

The cost of renting a flat in every London borough revealed

In 12 London boroughs, average rents are now more than £2,000 a month, as housing costs in the capital continue to rise

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Generation game: London homesharers ‘still going strong’ at 84 and 42

When Luciana Canu moved in with Flo Taylor, a woman double her age, she had her doubts. But two and a half years later, their relationship is still going strong.

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Ticking timebomb for ‘all bills included’ rents after 90% drop in 2022

As the cost of energy bills continue to rise, letting agents say tenancies with all bills included are becoming a ‘thing of the past’

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Comment: Rent rises and bidding wars give slim hope to London renters

Renters face misery whether looking for a new home or renewing a tenancy in the current frenzied market

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Renting in Paris: ‘rat infestations and broken toilets are common’

Your Emily in Paris dreams might be harder to achieve than you think

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‘Crossrail effect’ hits rents as tenants seek Elizabeth line links

The Elizabeth line opening has seen rents soar in newly well-connected Crossrail locations.

Buying & Mortgages

What is Rent to Buy? Everything you need to know

Everything you need to know about the Rent to Buy policy

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Tenants paid £13k up front before agent revealed problems with flat

After being contacted by Homes and Property Mr Azad repaid the money in full