Energy inefficient properties likely to be given the cold shoulder by landlords💡

A quarter of landlords surveyed have indicated that they are likely to avoid any property with a low EPC rating when looking to add to their portfolio, according to new research from Shawbrook.

Data from Shawbrook has revealed that the proposed Energy Performance Certificate changes are already starting to sway the buying preferences of landlords, with nearly a third suggesting that they would buy a property that already has a C rating or above, and a further 24% saying that they were more likely to prioritise a property with the potential to reach C or above.

More surprisingly, 15% of landlords said they will only buy properties built in the last 20 years. To continue reading, please Click Here

Get in touch with us

First Name

Last Name

Your Email Address

Mobile Phone

Are you looking to

Buy

Sell

Rent

Let

Please enter message here

Please confirm that it is okay for us to contact you about this information as well as our products and services. By confirming, you also agree to the use of cookies to enhance your experience. (You will always have the right to unsubscribe or manage your cookie preferences at any point in the future.)

Confirm

NEW REDUCED PRICE £175,000! Take a 'Virtual Tour' of this Fabulous 2 Bedroom Home in East Harling

A well-presented two-bedroom home tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Offering bright open-plan living, a fitted kitchen with garden access, modern bathroom, generous parking and a private enclosed garden—ideal for first-time buyers or those seeking easy, comfortable living.

CLICK HERE >

What Landlords Need to Know This July

The rental market continues to shift, with new rules, rising rents and affordability pressures all shaping landlord decisions. July is a good time to review your property and your plans.

CLICK HERE >

The Structure of British Housing

The UK housing market may look balanced at first glance, but property trends tell a very different story when you zoom in locally. The mix of homes in an area shapes buyer demand, property values, and selling speeds. National data sets the scene, but local insight reveals what really drives your market. Click the link to learn more...

CLICK HERE >

What Does Sir Keir Starmer’s Resignation Mean for the UK Property Market?

Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation has added fresh uncertainty to the UK property market, but its impact will depend less on politics and more on how financial markets react to the next government’s economic plans. Mortgage rates, taxation and buyer confidence could all be influenced by what comes next. Please click the link to learn more

CLICK HERE >