Council takes on two properties to help homeless
Original Article Summary
West Northamptonshire Council leases two buildings so it can provide more temporary accommodation.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
West Northamptonshire Council is leasing two HMO-style properties for £249,000 annually to house homeless residents, demonstrating councils as active competitors in the HMO rental market.
Investor Relevance
Shows councils competing for HMO properties and willing to pay substantial rents for long-term leases, potentially driving up acquisition costs but also creating exit opportunities for HMO investors looking to sell to public sector.
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