What would Prime Minister Andy Burnham mean for property investors?
About this episode
The episode discusses the potential impact of Andy Burnham becoming Prime Minister on property investors.
A new Prime Minister is heading for Downing Street - but is that a good thing or a bad thing for property investors? Rob & Rob break down what Andy Burnham as PM could mean, what he might do, and what you should be doing right now. (00:47) News story of the week (02:43) The rumoured changes to stamp duty - and what could replace it (07:48) What a Capital Gains Tax alignment could mean and who would be hit the hardest (11:25) Andy Burnham's actual track record on property: grants, fines, and what he’s done as a landlord himself (17:24) Rent controls - the elephant in the room (and why it’s probably not coming) (19:50) What you should be doing right now (22:27) Hub Extra Links mentioned: Hamptons data finds stamp duty rises 194% since 2015 Fitbit Air Enjoy the show? Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts - it really helps others find us! Sign up for our free weekly newsletter, Property Pulse Find out more about Property Hub Invest
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