Could council tax be replaced by a property tax? What Leeds homeowners need to know The way we pay for local services could be facing its biggest shake-up in more than 30 years. Recent reports suggested Prime Minister Andy Burnham was considering replacing both Council Tax and Stamp Duty with a new annual property tax
Leeds has spent the past two decades establishing itself as one of the UK’s leading regional cities. From a thriving financial district and expanding technology sector to major regeneration projects across the city, the foundations for long-term growth are already in place. Now, another significant opportunity could be on the horizon. With Keir Starmer’s resignation
Recent reports have revealed that UK house prices fell in May for the first time this year, as rising mortgage rates and global economic uncertainty began to impact buyer confidence. According to Nationwide Building Society, average UK property prices dropped by 0.6% month-on-month, while annual growth slowed to 1.7%. Analysts have linked the cooling market
If you’ve found a rental property you like, the next step is understanding the type of tenancy you’ll be entering into. With recent changes to legislation, the way tenancies work in England has shifted, giving renters more flexibility and security. At Hogan’s Estate Agents in Leeds, we believe it’s important that every tenant knows exactly
Mortgage rates are once again moving in the wrong direction and global events are playing a bigger role than many realise. Recent data shows that buy to let mortgage rates have climbed to their highest levels in around two years, placing renewed pressure on landlords who are already navigating tighter margins and increased regulation. While
Leeds continues to demonstrate how regeneration and community need can go hand in hand, with a new affordable housing development (in Armley) transforming a disused former factory site into much needed homes. For a city that balances strong economic growth with increasing housing demand, schemes like this represent more than just construction projects. They are
This week’s property headlines were dominated by major news from one of the UK’s best known retail brands. The John Lewis Partnership has confirmed it is withdrawing entirely from its much publicised build to rent property venture, effectively ending plans to deliver a substantial portfolio of homes for the private rental market. The decision marks
If you currently own a flat or are considering buying one, recent changes to the leasehold system in England and Wales represent some of the most significant housing reforms in years. The government’s latest package of measures is designed to make leasehold ownership fairer, easier to manage and more affordable in the long term. At
The UK Government has announced plans to cap annual ground rents on existing leasehold properties at £250 a year in England and Wales. The proposed reforms form part of a broader programme of leasehold legislation intended to address long standing concerns around fairness, affordability and transparency within the leasehold system, particularly for homeowners who have
The East Leeds property market continues to perform strongly across both sales and rentals, with steady demand from buyers, landlords and tenants alike. Areas such as Harehills, Cross Green and Seacroft remain popular thanks to their affordability, strong rental demand and close proximity to Leeds city centre. At Hogan’s Estate & Letting Agents, we see
