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Adelaide Tenant's Horror Find: Faeces in Rental Property

An Adelaide tenant's dream rental turned into a health hazard nightmare after discovering what appears to be human faeces and urine stains throughout the Gawler East property, exposing a growing crisis in the South Australian rental market.

UK family stranded in Lisbon as Foreign Office fails to help

A British family's holiday in Lisbon turned into a nightmare after a passport theft. They accuse the Foreign Office of abandoning them, facing a week-long wait and a £700 bill for emergency travel documents, despite pleas for help to Keir Starmer's office

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.

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.

France Probes 'Phantom Braking' After Motorway Crash

France launches a major investigation into a spate of terrifying motorway collisions linked to 'phantom braking' – a dangerous fault causing cars to slam on the brakes for no apparent reason.

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.

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.

Trump proposes deep cuts to SNAP food stamp program

Former President Donald Trump's latest policy proposal aims to slash funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), threatening food security for vulnerable Americans. Critics warn of devastating consequences.

Ofqual admits exaggerating exam support stats

The UK exams regulator Ofqual has admitted to significantly exaggerating the number of students receiving special assistance during exams, raising concerns over transparency and fairness.

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