New regulations not dampening enthusiasm for buy-to-let
Buy-to-let investment is still on the rise, according to an analysis of the Ministry of Housing’s latest English Housing Survey. Stephen Haigh runs his eyes of the findings.
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Government kills discount on licences for purpose-built student accommodation
The government has ended the idea of a 50% discount on the cost of HMO licence applications for owners of purpose-built student accommodation.
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by Patrick Garratt - 2nd February 2018 
You can’t leave me! I’ve got deadlines
With Valentine’s Day only days away, what better time to talk about student heartbreak? How should you cope with your romantic life going into free fall at the same time as essay deadlines loom? Blogger Jo Patmore has some suggestions will ensure you’re strong enough to get that essay in on time.
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How students can beat the January Blues
Everyone knows that January is the worst month. But it doesn't have to be. Especially for students, it can be a great time to be alive. Why's that you say? Laura Hainey explains how students can banish the January Blues.
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Tenant fee ban not expected until spring 2019
The government has confirmed that its proposed ban on letting agents and landlords charging fees to tenants wouldn’t come into force until next spring, at the earliest. Previously, many in the property sector anticipated a change as early as October 2018.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 12th January 2018 
2018 = GOALS
Already abandoned your resolutions for 2018? There's no need to wait for 2019 to make some more. Bethan Evans has some ideas for small changes you can make to improve your life at university without breaking a sweat (or giving up boozy nights out).
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Don’t do these 5 things when you’re doing exam revision
Nobody likes doing revision. And there's been thousands of gallons of ink spilled about the best way to do it. Here's Sami Aird's guide to the five things you definitely shouldn't do. (Plus a poem, because, you know, procrastination, our number 1 don't.)
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Proof of tax compliance slated for landlord licensing schemes
HM Revenue & Customs has proposed adding tax registration checks to the licence applications that landlords need to complete for their HMO properties, as well as selective licences. The consultancy is now open.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 4th January 2018 
Government to extent compulsory licensing of rented properties
Housing Minister, Alok Sharma, announces licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) to be extended, plus a raft of other measures aimed at the private rental sector.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 29th December 2017 
How to rustle up a delicious Christmas dinner (and make it look easy)
The festive season wouldn’t be complete without the classic house Christmas dinner. Here's Laura Haniey's guide for students to cook a yummy meal (including not getting really drunk *before* you turn on the oven).
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