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Rent Payments Can Now Build Your Credit Score

A groundbreaking initiative is allowing millions of Britons to transform their rent payments into a powerful tool for building a positive credit history, opening doors to better mortgage rates and financial products.

Middle England Faces £250 Council Tax Bombshell

Households across Middle England are bracing for council tax increases of up to £250 as cash-strapped local authorities seek to plug funding gaps. Discover which regions are hardest hit and why.

London rents hit record high of £2,121 per month

New data from Rightmove shows London's average monthly rent has hit a staggering £2,121, as experts warn the Spring Budget offers little relief for tenants in the capital's fiercely competitive market.

First-Time Buyers Delay Cars for £59k Deposits

Exclusive research reveals the heartbreaking financial trade-offs young Britons are making. Soaring mortgage deposits are forcing a generation to delay car ownership and major life events, creating a 'generation locked out' of the property market.

Labour Donor Lord Alli in Tenant Eviction Scandal

Labour peer and major donor Lord Waheed Alli faces allegations of evicting long-term tenants from his London properties to dramatically increase rents, sparking outrage over housing ethics.

Labour donor evicts family over £1,000 rent hike

Exclusive: A major Labour Party donor's property firm has sparked outrage by evicting a young family from their London home after they refused to absorb a massive £1,000-per-month rent increase, igniting a fierce debate on the UK's cost-of-living and rent

B&M Shoppers Revolt: 'No Longer a Bargain'

Furious B&M shoppers are abandoning the discount retailer, claiming drastic price hikes have destroyed its value-for-money reputation. Discover the products hit hardest and why customers say the charm has gone.

Twice as many asylum seekers in hotels than private rentals

Exclusive investigation reveals nearly twice as many asylum seekers are being housed in rent-free hotels than in private rental properties, amid a five-year guaranteed rent scheme for landlords. Taxpayer cost and policy efficacy under scrutiny.

Slutty Vegan Founder Sued Over $100k Unpaid Rent

Pinky Cole, the high-profile entrepreneur behind the Slutty Vegan empire, is being sued by her landlord for over $100,000 in allegedly unpaid rent and fees at one of her Atlanta locations, casting a shadow on her remarkable business success story.

One in Three Brits Believe They'll Never Own a Home

A stark new study reveals a crisis of confidence in homeownership, with a third of UK adults believing they will never own a property, highlighting a generational divide and deep-seated financial anxieties.

Albanese's 'Productivity' Tax Overhaul Sparks UK Debate

Exclusive: The Albanese government is spearheading a controversial 'productivity'-focused tax reform, aiming to shift the UK's economic debate from austerity to strategic investment. Critics warn of potential tax hikes.

UK expat's new life in Spain: 90p coffee & £400 rent

A British expat reveals the stunning cost of living and quality of life in Valencia, Spain, that makes the UK feel unaffordable. Discover the real price of coffee, rent, and the work-life balance that convinced her to stay for good.

£2,200/month for windowless London studio flat

A tiny studio flat in London's prestigious Westminster area hits the market at £2,200 per month despite having no windows, highlighting the capital's extreme rental market crisis and soaring property prices.

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 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.

River Island in High Court rent dispute

Fashion retailer River Island is locked in a legal dispute with London landlords over unpaid rent, as the High Court hears arguments on the matter.

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