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Tenant accused of lying, charged £1200 for lock change

A London rental dispute turns nasty as an estate agent accuses a tenant of fabricating reasons to break her contract, then charges her £1,200 for a full lock replacement. The tenant shares the shocking email exchange.

Australia's Rental Nightmare: 42 Tenants Per Property

A perfect storm of soaring immigration and plummeting construction has ignited an unprecedented rental crisis across Australia, with desperate tenants now facing off against dozens of competitors for a single home.

Reeves Plans Landlord Tax Raid: NI on Rental Income

Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering applying National Insurance to rental income in a major tax overhaul targeting landlords, as Labour seeks to fill a £50bn spending gap. The controversial move could reshape the UK's buy-to-let market.

UK landlords face tax overhaul on rental income

HMRC is considering a major tax overhaul that could see UK landlords paying tax on their gross rental income instead of profits. Discover how this proposed change might impact property investors and the rental market.

Oasis Brother Paul Gallagher In Court On Rape Charges

Paul Gallagher, the lesser-known older brother of Oasis stars Noel and Liam, has appeared in court facing a series of grave charges, including rape and violent sexual assault. The 58-year-old entered no plea during the brief hearing.

Kitchen Locked Behind Hidden Door in London Flat Nightmare

A London tenant's dream move turned into a surreal nightmare when she discovered her kitchen was completely inaccessible due to a mysterious hidden door mechanism. The bizarre architectural flaw left her unable to cook or access appliances for days.

Tenant outsmarts letting agent in contract rule dispute

A UK tenant was accused of breaking a strict tenancy rule, but the letting agent overlooked a crucial detail in the contract, leading to a dramatic reversal. Discover how the story unfolded and the important lesson for renters and agents alike.

Wuhan's Controversial 'Dog Rental' Service Sparks Fury

A controversial 'pet rental' service in Wuhan, China, allows customers to borrow dogs for short periods, sparking a fierce ethical debate on animal welfare and the humanisation of pets in post-lockdown society.

Neon App: Rent Coats Like an Influencer

A new app called Neon allows users to rent coats and jackets for a fraction of the retail price, mimicking influencer fashion trends. But does it live up to expectations?

MP made homeless after London eviction

A Conservative MP shares his shocking experience of homelessness after being evicted from his London flat, highlighting the UK's housing crisis.

Alex Cullen's desperate tenant search for Sydney home

Former 'Big Brother' star Alex Cullen is scrambling to find a tenant for his Sydney home as financial pressures mount. The reality TV personality has slashed the rent in a last-ditch effort to attract occupants.

Tenants evicted over 'ridiculous' landlord demand

A group of furious tenants have been ordered to leave their rental property after the landlord cited an unusual and controversial reason for eviction. Residents slam the decision as 'unfair' and 'nonsensical'.

UK rental prices surge post-pandemic

Rental prices across the UK have surged dramatically since the pandemic, leaving tenants struggling with affordability. Discover the key factors driving this crisis and what it means for renters.

UK rental market sees sharpest drop since COVID

The UK rental market is experiencing its steepest decline in new properties since the pandemic, with rising demand and shrinking supply pushing prices higher, according to RICS.

UK private rents drop for first time in five years

For the first time since 2020, average private rents in Great Britain have fallen, offering relief to tenants amid a cost-of-living crisis. Discover the latest trends and regional variations.

Pet minding helps Aussies survive housing crisis

As rental prices soar in Australia, more people are turning to pet minding and house sitting as creative solutions to avoid homelessness. Discover how this trend is reshaping living arrangements.

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