An independent survey of landlords, that looks at attitudes towards the government's proposed Sale and Rent Back system and the housing market, has revealed that capital growth is as important as rental yields.

The average price of property in the UK has returned to the level it was at in August 2006, according to the latest Halifax House Price Index.

Commenting on the Government's proposed Rent First, Buy Later scheme, price comparison site Moneysupermarket.com has said that private landlords will want compensation.

A new programme that offers advice to home sellers is tackling the issue of slovenly neighbours whose properties act as a deterrent to would-be buyers.