ASK444: Is this Labour rumour true? PLUS: Does my refinancing plan work?

It’s time for your latest round of Ask Rob & Rob, and we’ve got some cracking ones this week!  (0:37) Andy's come across an interesting article about Labour potentially tweaking the renter's reform bill. It mentions they might introduce a French-style hardship test. Is there any real substance to this or is it just rumour mill chatter?  (3:11) Tom's got a chunk of capital and is considering a strategy to buy houses outright, refurbish them, and then remortgage to withdraw much of his initial investment. Now he’s wondering how banks will assess his remortgage applications; will it solely be based on the rental income or is there more to it?   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  Send us your question by calling us on 013 808 00035 and leaving a message with your name and question (normal UK call rates apply) or click here to leave a recording via your computer instead.  Find out more about Property Hub Invest