EU Announces Crackdown on Airbnb-Style Rentals
The European Union unveils a landmark plan to regulate short-term holiday lets, aiming to free up housing and tackle the affordability crisis across member states. Read the full details.
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Sydney rental vacancies hit record low of 1.1%
Sydney's rental crisis intensifies as vacancy rates plummet to 1.1%, pushing families into homelessness. Discover the government's emergency response plan and what it means for tenants.
Airbnb cap fails to lower Byron Bay rental prices
One year after Byron Shire imposed a 60-day cap on short-term rentals, Airbnb reports rental prices have hit record highs. Discover the ongoing housing battle.
Man Finds Free Waterfront Home Amid Housing Crisis
A 63-year-old window cleaner priced out of Sydney's rental market discovered a loophole allowing him to live in a stunning waterfront spot for free. Discover his story of 'elevated homelessness'.
Sydney public housing demolished for affordable units
Carolyn Ienna's 30-year Sydney home demolished as NSW replaces public housing with affordable units. Explore the impact on social housing stock and resident displacement.
Sydney's $240 Garage Rental Sparks Housing Crisis Outrage
A Sydney rental listing advertising a converted garage as a 'large room' for $240 per week has exposed the desperate state of Australia's property market. Discover the shocking details.
UK rents surge £65 monthly - see your area
Private rents across Britain have jumped by £65 per month to £1,360, a 5% annual increase. Discover which areas face the steepest rises and check your local authority.
10 décor mistakes costing holiday lets bookings
New research reveals the top décor turn-offs for UK holidaymakers, from taxidermy to fluffy toilet seats. Discover how to make your rental irresistible and boost bookings.
Landlord refuses to repair furnished rental washing machine
A tenant's maintenance request for a broken washing machine in a furnished rental was denied by the landlord, sparking a fierce online debate about tenant rights and landlord responsibilities in the UK.
Labour's Housing Plan: Enough for 2025 Crisis?
As Britain's housing crisis deepens, experts question whether Labour's current strategy can deliver the homes needed. Discover the challenges and potential solutions.
Social Media Rental Scams Target Desperate Flat Hunters
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated apartment scams proliferating across social media platforms, leaving desperate renters out of pocket and homeless.
Barangaroo's 'Poor Doors' Segregate Affordable Housing Residents
Exclusive investigation reveals luxury Sydney development segregates affordable housing residents, forcing them to use inferior back entrances while wealthy neighbours enjoy premium facilities.
Europe's Housing Crisis: Time for EU Radical Action
As Europe's housing crisis deepens, The Guardian argues the EU can no longer stand by. Discover why radical intervention is needed to solve the affordability emergency affecting millions.
Australia's Rental Crisis Deepens as Costs Soar
New data reveals Australia's rental crisis is worsening, with average households now spending over 30% of income on housing. Experts warn of growing homelessness and economic strain as government measures struggle to keep pace.
Couple saves thousands living in shipping container home
Discover how one innovative couple transformed a shipping container into their dream rental home, saving over £12,000 annually while embracing sustainable living in the UK.
Landlords pay tenants cash to leave before Reeves' crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals landlords are paying tenants thousands to vacate properties ahead of Chancellor's rental market reforms targeting unlicensed landlords.
Estate Agents Warn Reeves Over Rental Licensing Dangers
Property industry leaders issue stark warning to Rachel Reeves over mandatory rental licensing scheme that could worsen housing crisis and increase costs for tenants.
Sydney housing crisis deepens as developer bonuses backfire
Exclusive investigation reveals how Sydney's planning incentives are accelerating the loss of older rental properties, pushing vulnerable residents out of the market and worsening the city's affordability crisis.
Rachel Reeves email scandal blows holes in rental defence
Explosive emails reveal Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves knew her London rental needed a licence despite claiming ignorance, raising questions about honesty and transparency.
Labour's landlord licensing plan to transform rental market
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Labour's radical plan to overhaul private rental sector with mandatory licensing and crackdown on substandard housing.
Rachel Reeves landlord licence questions over rental property
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves under scrutiny for not having mandatory landlord licence for her London rental property, raising questions about Labour's private rental sector policies.
Warning: Hidden charges in cheap car hire deals exposed
British tourists are being hit with unexpected charges as cheap car rental deals turn into financial nightmares. Discover the hidden costs and how to protect yourself from rental scams.
Labour plans mandatory landlord licensing scheme
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's radical plan to overhaul Britain's rental market with compulsory licensing for landlords, promising to end the 'wild west' rental sector.
Rachel Reeves declares war on landlords in housing reform
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical reforms to empower tenants and boost housebuilding, challenging property investors and promising fundamental change to England and Wales' rental market.
Labour scraps landlord licensing in housing overhaul
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping changes to rental regulations, abolishing mandatory landlord licensing schemes while pledging to build 1.5 million new homes and strengthen tenant protections across England.
Labour's Housing Revolution: 1.5M New Homes Planned
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces Labour's transformative planning reforms to accelerate housebuilding, tackle the housing crisis, and boost economic growth across Britain.
Record numbers forced into shared housing as crisis deepens
New ONS data reveals nearly 100,000 additional households are sharing accommodation in England and Wales, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing housing and cost-of-living crisis.
Britain's rental nightmare: tenants left unprotected
Exclusive investigation reveals how millions of private renters face dangerous living conditions while social housing tenants enjoy better protections. Discover the growing crisis in Britain's rental market.
Generation Rent Crisis: Housing Horror Stories Across Ages
Britain's rental market is failing both younger and older generations as soaring costs and poor conditions create a perfect storm for tenants across age groups.
London's 'zero-bedroom' flat listing baffles renters
London's property crisis hits surreal new heights as a Westminster 'zero-bedroom' studio flat sparks outrage and disbelief among housing-weary residents.
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