News by: Linton Chiswick
Mansion tax: a terrible, unworkable idea
Vince Cable’s plan to impose a tax on properties worth more than £2 million is impractical, unethical and cowardly, argues Linton Chiswick.
Plan to help the elderly downsize: what the tabloids won't tell you
'Coalition plans to kick elderly out of their homes', claims the Daily Mail. But Linton Chiswick says the plan could benefit both young and old.
Housing benefit reforms: a huge gamble on rent cuts
The government's hope that the cut in housing benefit will result in landlords lowering their rents could backfire, warns Linton Chiswick.
Buy-to-let landlords: expect a tougher 2012
Private landlords face rising rental arrears and falling rents this year, warns Linton Chiswick.
Brits with euro mortgages prepare for the worst
Among British investors with euro-denominated mortgages on foreign properties, there’s uncertainty, even panic.
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