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Balancing the Building Blocks for Growth: What Can the UK Real Estate Sector Expect from the Labour Budget?

The Labour government's Budget on October 30, addressing a £22bn deficit, will impact the real estate sector. Key areas include:
- Housing Development: Labour’s aim to build 1.5 million homes requires clear strategies; developers seek tax incentives.
- Retail and Hospitality: Business rates reform and net-zero carbon incentives needed.
- Private Rented Sector (PRS): Potential Capital Gains Tax (CGT) changes worry landlords.
- Wealthy Individuals: Inheritance and non-dom tax changes may affect investments.
The Budget must balance growth with fiscal pressures.

Renters’ Rights Bill: A Game-Changer for Tenants and Landlords

The Renters’ Rights Bill introduces major changes:
- End of Fixed-Term Tenancies: Tenants gain flexibility.
- Abolition of Section 21: No evictions without reason.
- Rent Regulations: Annual rent caps and ban on bidding wars.
- Awaab’s Law: Landlords must address hazards quickly.
- Additional Changes: Anti-discrimination measures and mandatory registration.
Challenges loom for landlords as the bill is expected next year.

Skipton Building Society's Energy Efficiency Initiative

Skipton Building Society is retrofitting a 1930s house to demonstrate EPC improvements.
- Goal: Upgrade EPC rating from D to B.
- Why Now? New regulations require a minimum EPC C rating by 2030.
- Support: Skipton offers financial solutions based on findings.

Reality Check: Selling Sunset's Influence on Real Estate

Netflix’s Selling Sunset impacts luxury real estate perceptions, especially London's super-prime sector.
- Impact: Heightened interest in high-end properties, despite market inaccuracies.
- Marketing: Reality TV inspires digital marketing, but authenticity is debated.

Property Company Takes Leasehold Battle to European Court of Human Rights

Annington Property, linked to Guy Hands, challenges the UK government at the European Court of Human Rights over the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act.
- Dispute: The law could lower property values if reacquired by the government.
- Background: An £8bn legal battle follows a ruling in favor of the MoD.

Warning to Commercial Property Investors Over EPC Rule Changes

New EPC regulations may render 130,000 commercial properties unlettable by 2027.
- Regulations: EPC rating of C or higher required.
- Risks: Non-compliance could lead to fines and devaluation.
- Recommendations: Landlords should focus on insulation, HVAC, and renewables.

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