Stoke-on-Trent council rent hike of 4.8% proposed
Stoke-on-Trent City Council plans a 4.8% rent increase from April 2026, adding £4.29 weekly for tenants. Read the full details and impact on housing services.
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New £7.4m affordable housing scheme for Wednesbury
A £7.4m development of 34 affordable homes is underway in Wednesbury, tackling an urgent need in the Black Country. The project will create jobs and apprenticeships.
Tax-Free Allowance Hits £16,320 with Rent a Room
UK households can now earn up to £7,500 tax-free from renting a spare room, potentially raising their Personal Allowance to £16,320. Learn the rules and how to benefit.
HMRC Tax-Free Allowance Hiked to £20,070 for Some
HMRC increases the tax-free personal allowance for some households to £20,070. Learn how the Rent a Room scheme lets you earn £7,500 tax-free from lodgers.
Tax-Free Allowance to Hit £27,070 with Three Hacks
HMRC is set to increase your effective Personal Allowance to £27,070. Discover three legitimate 'hacks' including Rent a Room and Tax-Free Childcare that could save you thousands.
NatWest doubles social rent loan fund to £1bn
NatWest expands its ringfenced social rent loan fund to £1bn, aiming to accelerate the building of affordable homes and save housing associations up to £50m. Read the full announcement.
Bilston market traders offered two months' free rent
Bilston market traders will pay no rent for two months as a multi-million-pound regeneration scheme faces major delays and cost increases. Read the full story.
Leasehold reform delay hits 5.2 million UK households
Vital leasehold reforms, including a rent cap, are delayed until 2026, leaving millions in limbo. Discover what this means for homeowners and the political fallout.
Universal Credit deductions for bills explained
The DWP can take money from your Universal Credit for rent, utility debts, and court fines. Learn what bills are covered and what payments are protected.
UK Tax-Free Income Boost: Rent a Room for £7,500
Discover how HMRC's Rent a Room Scheme lets UK households earn up to £7,500 tax-free annually, potentially raising your total tax-free allowance to £20,070. Learn the rules and see if you qualify.
65 New Affordable Homes for Northfield, Birmingham
Birmingham City Council signs deal for 65 affordable homes on Long Nuke Road, including social rent and shared ownership. New sports facilities also planned. Read more.
65 Affordable Homes Approved for Birmingham Development
Birmingham City Council partners with Keon Homes and Bromford to build 65 high-quality affordable homes in Northfield, including social rent and shared ownership properties. Read more about this key housing initiative.
2026 Rent Rises Forecast After Autumn Budget Tax Hike
Tenants face higher rents in 2026 as new property income taxes threaten rental supply, Nationwide warns. Experts say landlords will pass on costs. Read the full analysis.
West Midlands rent surges over 30% in five areas
Rent in the West Midlands has skyrocketed, with five areas seeing increases over 30% since 2021. Average prices now top £1,000 a month. Discover the most affected areas.
Dudley council rent could rise by £4.76 per week
Dudley Council tenants face a 4.8% rent increase, averaging £4.76 more per week. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget could add another £2, pushing bills even higher. Discover the full impact.
Grainger REIT grows income despite housing pressures
Grainger Plc reports 12% income growth and 20th consecutive dividend rise, defying high interest rates. The build-to-rent leader targets £72m earnings by 2029.
Liverpool's 31-storey Lighthaus Tower completed
The 31-storey Lighthaus Tower, featuring 278 apartments and premium amenities, has been completed on Liverpool's Princes Dock, marking a major milestone for the £5bn Liverpool Waters regeneration. Discover how this development is reshaping the city's nort
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