House prices in Gwynedd declined after new restrictions on second homes. Some celebrate, while others express concerns about long-term effects. Wales House Prices Fall After Second Home Rules Affect Market Hey, guess what’s happening in Gwynedd, Wales? House prices are actually dropping. It’s like, a 3% dip this last quarter alone! Apparently, things have been…
Second homes are leaving UK seaside spots empty, damaging local economies and increasing housing shortages. Seaside Towns Face “Ghost Town” Risk Due to Empty Second Homes Empty second homes hurt beautiful seaside towns. These homes could turn communities into “ghost towns.” Tough times and a slow housing market make things worse. Also, more people are…
Second homes in seaside towns are creating ghost towns. Slow market & staycations worsen the problem. Seaside Hotspot Risks Becoming Ghost Town Due to Second Home Owners Empty second homes hurt seaside towns, risking turning these places into ghost towns. Tough times and a slow housing market worsen things, while more people are choosing staycations.…
Derby leaders say a change in council tax for empty homes is about occupancy, not revenue, starting April. Derby Council Tax Aim is Occupancy Not Money Says Council Leader Derby wants to get more homes occupied. Leaders claim the council is not after more money. They want to provide homes for people. They approved a…
Councilor resigns after controversial remarks about second home owners in “Chelsea on Sea” village. Councilor Quits in Second Home Row in Chelsea on Sea Village, Norfolk The parish council head resigned. This happened in a village called “Chelsea on Sea.” Dennis Clark, age 77, made controversial claims, stating that locals “genuinely hated” second home owners.…
Derby City Council may double council tax on empty homes from 2025 and second homes from 2026, potentially raising £1.6M. Derby Council Considers Tax Hike on Empty and Second Homes Hey, guess what I just read about Derby? They might change council tax. It’s about empty and second homes there. If the council agrees, it…