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A licensing expert has warned that landlords may not be aware of six selective licensing schemes due to launch over the summer in Harrow.

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Landlords in London borough warned about 'surprise' licensing schemes

Landlords in London borough warned about 'surprise' licensing schemes

A licensing expert has warned that landlords may not be aware of six selective licensing schemes due to launch over the summer in Harrow.

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Government clarifies rules around rent increases

The government has clarified important changes to s13 notices ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act taking effect.

Government clarifies rules around rent increases

The government has clarified important changes to s13 notices ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act taking effect.

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Government clarifies rules around rent increases

Government clarifies rules around rent increases

The government has clarified important changes to s13 notices ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act taking effect.

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Templates help HMO landlords comply with rental reforms

HMO management platform COHO has created new assured tenancy agreement templates ahead of the Renters' Rights Act.

Templates help HMO landlords comply with rental reforms

HMO management platform COHO has created new assured tenancy agreement templates ahead of the Renters' Rights Act.

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Templates help HMO landlords comply with rental reforms

Templates help HMO landlords comply with rental reforms

HMO management platform COHO has created new assured tenancy agreement templates ahead of the Renters' Rights Act.

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Lettings firm must pay tenants £23,000 for unlawful eviction

Letting agents who illegally evicted a tenant from an unsafe and unlicensed HMO must pay a £23,000 Rent Repayment Order.

Lettings firm must pay tenants £23,000 for unlawful eviction

Letting agents who illegally evicted a tenant from an unsafe and unlicensed HMO must pay a £23,000 Rent Repayment Order.

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Lettings firm must pay tenants £23,000 for unlawful eviction

Lettings firm must pay tenants £23,000 for unlawful eviction

Letting agents who illegally evicted a tenant from an unsafe and unlicensed HMO must pay a £23,000 Rent Repayment Order.

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North West council looks to stop HMO 'free-for-all'

Landlords in Warrington hoping to convert family homes into HMOs could soon face tougher planning restrictions.

North West council looks to stop HMO 'free-for-all'

Landlords in Warrington hoping to convert family homes into HMOs could soon face tougher planning restrictions.

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North West council looks to stop HMO 'free-for-all'

North West council looks to stop HMO 'free-for-all'

Landlords in Warrington hoping to convert family homes into HMOs could soon face tougher planning restrictions.

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Possession instructions surge as rental reforms loom

Possession instructions jumped 60% year-on-year last month at Landlord Action, with enquiries up 75%, the highest spike on record.

Possession instructions surge as rental reforms loom

Possession instructions jumped 60% year-on-year last month at Landlord Action, with enquiries up 75%, the highest spike on record.

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Possession instructions surge as rental reforms loom

Possession instructions surge as rental reforms loom

Possession instructions jumped 60% year-on-year last month at Landlord Action, with enquiries up 75%, the highest spike on record.

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Landlord busted for role in cannabis farm ring

A landlord has been found guilty of allowing seven of his properties to be used to grow cannabis.

Landlord busted for role in cannabis farm ring

A landlord has been found guilty of allowing seven of his properties to be used to grow cannabis.

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Landlord busted for role in cannabis farm ring

Landlord busted for role in cannabis farm ring

A landlord has been found guilty of allowing seven of his properties to be used to grow cannabis.

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Huge tenant demonstration destroys landlord effigy

Thousands of tenants marched through central London at the weekend to demand the introduction of rent controls.

Huge tenant demonstration destroys landlord effigy

Thousands of tenants marched through central London at the weekend to demand the introduction of rent controls.

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Huge tenant demonstration destroys landlord effigy

Huge tenant demonstration destroys landlord effigy

Thousands of tenants marched through central London at the weekend to demand the introduction of rent controls.

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Will the pitfalls of the Renters’ Rights Act outweigh its benefits?

Well-Intentioned, badly timed and the people it’s meant to help may be the first to suffer – that’s the claim of a recent media article

Will the pitfalls of the Renters’ Rights Act outweigh its benefits?

Well-Intentioned, badly timed and the people it’s meant to help may be the first to suffer – that’s the claim of a recent media article

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Will the pitfalls of the Renters’ Rights Act outweigh its benefits?

Will the pitfalls of the Renters’ Rights Act outweigh its benefits?

Well-Intentioned, badly timed and the people it’s meant to help may be the first to suffer – that’s the claim of a recent media article

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Small landlords akin to disappearing village pubs, warns expert

Small landlords could suffer the same fate as village pubs after the smoking ban, with big operators taking over the sector.

Small landlords akin to disappearing village pubs, warns expert

Small landlords could suffer the same fate as village pubs after the smoking ban, with big operators taking over the sector.

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Small landlords akin to disappearing village pubs, warns expert

Small landlords akin to disappearing village pubs, warns expert

Small landlords could suffer the same fate as village pubs after the smoking ban, with big operators taking over the sector.

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Landlord told to pay tenants £14,400 for 'vindictive' eviction

A landlord who was vindictive towards her tenants has been found guilty of using violence to secure entry, unlawful eviction and harassment.

Landlord told to pay tenants £14,400 for 'vindictive' eviction

A landlord who was vindictive towards her tenants has been found guilty of using violence to secure entry, unlawful eviction and harassment.

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Landlord told to pay tenants £14,400 for 'vindictive' eviction

Landlord told to pay tenants £14,400 for 'vindictive' eviction

A landlord who was vindictive towards her tenants has been found guilty of using violence to secure entry, unlawful eviction and harassment.

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Greens reveal blanket rent control ambition

Green Party leader Zack Polanski has said he wants to see rent controls imposed on all private rented homes.

Greens reveal blanket rent control ambition

Green Party leader Zack Polanski has said he wants to see rent controls imposed on all private rented homes.

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Greens reveal blanket rent control ambition

Greens reveal blanket rent control ambition

Green Party leader Zack Polanski has said he wants to see rent controls imposed on all private rented homes.

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2 Weeks to go until RRA: This free compliance check could save Landlords thousands

Renters’ Rights Act lands in 2 weeks: Section 21 ends, fines up to £40k. Landlords must act now or risk penalties, delays and costly mistakes.

2 Weeks to go until RRA: This free compliance check could save Landlords thousands

Renters’ Rights Act lands in 2 weeks: Section 21 ends, fines up to £40k. Landlords must act now or risk penalties, delays and costly mistakes.

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2 Weeks to go until RRA: This free compliance check could save Landlords thousands

2 Weeks to go until RRA: This free compliance check could save Landlords thousands

Renters’ Rights Act lands in 2 weeks: Section 21 ends, fines up to £40k. Landlords must act now or risk penalties, delays and costly mistakes.

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Bank funds charity's radical move into the PRS

Homeless charity Crisis is to buy its first rental properties – funded by Lloyds Banking Group – in its bid to become a landlord.

Bank funds charity's radical move into the PRS

Homeless charity Crisis is to buy its first rental properties – funded by Lloyds Banking Group – in its bid to become a landlord.

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Bank funds charity's radical move into the PRS

Bank funds charity's radical move into the PRS

Homeless charity Crisis is to buy its first rental properties – funded by Lloyds Banking Group – in its bid to become a landlord.

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Landlords forced to cut rental prices as supply rises

More than a quarter of rental listings have been reduced in price during the first quarter of the year, the highest number since 2012.

Landlords forced to cut rental prices as supply rises

More than a quarter of rental listings have been reduced in price during the first quarter of the year, the highest number since 2012.

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Landlords forced to cut rental prices as supply rises

Landlords forced to cut rental prices as supply rises

More than a quarter of rental listings have been reduced in price during the first quarter of the year, the highest number since 2012.

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Landlords told to avoid Right to Rent discrimination

Landlords have been warned they face legal action if they discriminate against tenants when conducting Right to Rent checks.

Landlords told to avoid Right to Rent discrimination

Landlords have been warned they face legal action if they discriminate against tenants when conducting Right to Rent checks.

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Landlords told to avoid Right to Rent discrimination

Landlords told to avoid Right to Rent discrimination

Landlords have been warned they face legal action if they discriminate against tenants when conducting Right to Rent checks.

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Tenants under pressure, JFR report favours rent control

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation’s latest housing market report highlights the affordability issues facing tenants

Tenants under pressure, JFR report favours rent control

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation’s latest housing market report highlights the affordability issues facing tenants

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Tenants under pressure, JFR report favours rent control

Tenants under pressure, JFR report favours rent control

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation’s latest housing market report highlights the affordability issues facing tenants

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Landlord's licence dodge results in £35,000 fine

A landlord has been ordered to pay almost £35,000 in fines and costs after he failed to license his HMO in Gravesend town centre.

Landlord's licence dodge results in £35,000 fine

A landlord has been ordered to pay almost £35,000 in fines and costs after he failed to license his HMO in Gravesend town centre.

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Landlord's licence dodge results in £35,000 fine

Landlord's licence dodge results in £35,000 fine

A landlord has been ordered to pay almost £35,000 in fines and costs after he failed to license his HMO in Gravesend town centre.

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Build-to-rent schemes struggle to get go-ahead

The number of build-to-rent homes under construction has fallen by a fifth year-on-year as the sector battles planning and building rules.

Build-to-rent schemes struggle to get go-ahead

The number of build-to-rent homes under construction has fallen by a fifth year-on-year as the sector battles planning and building rules.

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Build-to-rent schemes struggle to get go-ahead

Build-to-rent schemes struggle to get go-ahead

The number of build-to-rent homes under construction has fallen by a fifth year-on-year as the sector battles planning and building rules.

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More landlords juggling multiple loans across lenders

Landlords with buy-to-let borrowing hold an average of 6.5 individual loans, typically spread across two lenders, research finds.

More landlords juggling multiple loans across lenders

Landlords with buy-to-let borrowing hold an average of 6.5 individual loans, typically spread across two lenders, research finds.

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More landlords juggling multiple loans across lenders

More landlords juggling multiple loans across lenders

Landlords with buy-to-let borrowing hold an average of 6.5 individual loans, typically spread across two lenders, research finds.

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Agents urged to prove worth or risk losing landlords

Many agents who plan to pass the cost of compliance through to landlords via higher fees risk pushing them to risk self-manage, says Goodlord.

Agents urged to prove worth or risk losing landlords

Many agents who plan to pass the cost of compliance through to landlords via higher fees risk pushing them to risk self-manage, says Goodlord.

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Agents urged to prove worth or risk losing landlords

Agents urged to prove worth or risk losing landlords

Many agents who plan to pass the cost of compliance through to landlords via higher fees risk pushing them to risk self-manage, says Goodlord.

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Agent told to pay £31K after rent-to-rent scheme backfires

A letting agent who claimed he wasn’t the landlord of an unlicensed HMO has been told to pay back £31,435 in rent.

Agent told to pay £31K after rent-to-rent scheme backfires

A letting agent who claimed he wasn’t the landlord of an unlicensed HMO has been told to pay back £31,435 in rent.

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Agent told to pay £31K after rent-to-rent scheme backfires

Agent told to pay £31K after rent-to-rent scheme backfires

A letting agent who claimed he wasn’t the landlord of an unlicensed HMO has been told to pay back £31,435 in rent.

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Councils get multi-million cash boost to target rogue landlords

The government has given councils another £41 million to help cover the costs of ramping up enforcement action against private landlords.

Councils get multi-million cash boost to target rogue landlords

The government has given councils another £41 million to help cover the costs of ramping up enforcement action against private landlords.

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Councils get multi-million cash boost to target rogue landlords

Councils get multi-million cash boost to target rogue landlords

The government has given councils another £41 million to help cover the costs of ramping up enforcement action against private landlords.

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Platform makes rent review process more robust

A new rent review platform aims to help landlords and agents agree rents after 1st May without going to a tribunal.

Platform makes rent review process more robust

A new rent review platform aims to help landlords and agents agree rents after 1st May without going to a tribunal.

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Platform makes rent review process more robust

Platform makes rent review process more robust

A new rent review platform aims to help landlords and agents agree rents after 1st May without going to a tribunal.

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Property expert hits back at minister's landlord attack

Kate Faulkner has defended landlords for issuing Section 21 notices after Housing Secretary Steve Reed labelled it “shameless behaviour”.

Property expert hits back at minister's landlord attack

Kate Faulkner has defended landlords for issuing Section 21 notices after Housing Secretary Steve Reed labelled it “shameless behaviour”.

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Property expert hits back at minister's landlord attack

Property expert hits back at minister's landlord attack

Kate Faulkner has defended landlords for issuing Section 21 notices after Housing Secretary Steve Reed labelled it “shameless behaviour”.

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Agents pay price for flouting compensation rules

Six letting agents have been expelled from The Property Ombudsman after failing to pay compensation to landlords or tenants.

Agents pay price for flouting compensation rules

Six letting agents have been expelled from The Property Ombudsman after failing to pay compensation to landlords or tenants.

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Agents pay price for flouting compensation rules

Agents pay price for flouting compensation rules

Six letting agents have been expelled from The Property Ombudsman after failing to pay compensation to landlords or tenants.

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Extended notice periods could drive out Northern Ireland landlords

Reforms to notice periods could reduce rental supply, impacting affordability and availability for renters, says Propertymark.

Extended notice periods could drive out Northern Ireland landlords

Reforms to notice periods could reduce rental supply, impacting affordability and availability for renters, says Propertymark.

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Extended notice periods could drive out Northern Ireland landlords

Extended notice periods could drive out Northern Ireland landlords

Reforms to notice periods could reduce rental supply, impacting affordability and availability for renters, says Propertymark.

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SNP pledges to offer ex-rental properties to tenants

Private tenants in Scotland will get first refusal if a landlord puts their home up for sale under plans announced by the SNP.

SNP pledges to offer ex-rental properties to tenants

Private tenants in Scotland will get first refusal if a landlord puts their home up for sale under plans announced by the SNP.

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SNP pledges to offer ex-rental properties to tenants

SNP pledges to offer ex-rental properties to tenants

Private tenants in Scotland will get first refusal if a landlord puts their home up for sale under plans announced by the SNP.

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Hotspots where landlords face huge EPC challenge

Two-thirds of private rental properties in some parts of England have an EPC below C, illustrating the scale of the challenge facing landlords.

Hotspots where landlords face huge EPC challenge

Two-thirds of private rental properties in some parts of England have an EPC below C, illustrating the scale of the challenge facing landlords.

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Hotspots where landlords face huge EPC challenge

Hotspots where landlords face huge EPC challenge

Two-thirds of private rental properties in some parts of England have an EPC below C, illustrating the scale of the challenge facing landlords.

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In the News – Renters’ Reform, Rising Costs and Investor Retreat

England’s private rented sector (PRS) is on the cusp of its most significant structural change in decades

In the News – Renters’ Reform, Rising Costs and Investor Retreat

England’s private rented sector (PRS) is on the cusp of its most significant structural change in decades

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In the News – Renters’ Reform, Rising Costs and Investor Retreat

In the News – Renters’ Reform, Rising Costs and Investor Retreat

England’s private rented sector (PRS) is on the cusp of its most significant structural change in decades

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Ministers urged to choose percentage-based visitor levy

A think-tank has warned that a flat rate visitor levy in England would place a higher burden on budget travellers.

Ministers urged to choose percentage-based visitor levy

A think-tank has warned that a flat rate visitor levy in England would place a higher burden on budget travellers.

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Ministers urged to choose percentage-based visitor levy

Ministers urged to choose percentage-based visitor levy

A think-tank has warned that a flat rate visitor levy in England would place a higher burden on budget travellers.

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Cautious landlords resist making purchases despite rising yields

Rental yields across England and Wales increased year-on-year to Q1 2026 across every region, according to Fleet Mortgages.

Cautious landlords resist making purchases despite rising yields

Rental yields across England and Wales increased year-on-year to Q1 2026 across every region, according to Fleet Mortgages.

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Cautious landlords resist making purchases despite rising yields

Cautious landlords resist making purchases despite rising yields

Rental yields across England and Wales increased year-on-year to Q1 2026 across every region, according to Fleet Mortgages.

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Rent in advance agreements hinge on tenancy wording, warns lawyer

Property lawyer advises landlords to check tenancy agreements when trying to understand new rent in advance rules.

Rent in advance agreements hinge on tenancy wording, warns lawyer

Property lawyer advises landlords to check tenancy agreements when trying to understand new rent in advance rules.

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Rent in advance agreements hinge on tenancy wording, warns lawyer

Rent in advance agreements hinge on tenancy wording, warns lawyer

Property lawyer advises landlords to check tenancy agreements when trying to understand new rent in advance rules.

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Landlord eviction panic alarms tenant charities

Growing numbers of landlords are rushing to serve last-minute no-fault evictions before the ban comes into force on 1st May.

Landlord eviction panic alarms tenant charities

Growing numbers of landlords are rushing to serve last-minute no-fault evictions before the ban comes into force on 1st May.

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Landlord eviction panic alarms tenant charities

Landlord eviction panic alarms tenant charities

Growing numbers of landlords are rushing to serve last-minute no-fault evictions before the ban comes into force on 1st May.

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Furnished holiday lets and VAT: the hidden rules catching UK landlords out

Furnished holiday lets face VAT rules UK landlords often overlook, including registration, rates, and reclaiming allowable expenses.

Furnished holiday lets and VAT: the hidden rules catching UK landlords out

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Furnished holiday lets face VAT rules UK landlords often overlook, including registration, rates, and reclaiming allowable expenses.

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Furnished holiday lets and VAT: the hidden rules catching UK landlords out

Furnished holiday lets and VAT: the hidden rules catching UK landlords out

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Furnished holiday lets face VAT rules UK landlords often overlook, including registration, rates, and reclaiming allowable expenses.

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Time is running out: what landlords must do now before the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect

Time is running out: key deadlines, mandatory notices, and Section 21 changes landlords must act on before 1 May.

Time is running out: what landlords must do now before the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect

Time is running out: key deadlines, mandatory notices, and Section 21 changes landlords must act on before 1 May.

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Time is running out: what landlords must do now before the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect

Time is running out: what landlords must do now before the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect

Time is running out: key deadlines, mandatory notices, and Section 21 changes landlords must act on before 1 May.

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Councils use minor licence application errors to fine landlords

Landlords have been warned to take extra care when making licence applications after a spate of fines for filling out the wrong form.

Councils use minor licence application errors to fine landlords

Landlords have been warned to take extra care when making licence applications after a spate of fines for filling out the wrong form.

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Councils use minor licence application errors to fine landlords

Councils use minor licence application errors to fine landlords

Landlords have been warned to take extra care when making licence applications after a spate of fines for filling out the wrong form.

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Greens' gains in Wales could herald PRS clampdown

The Green party plans to push for rent controls in Wales as the party looks set to win its first seats in the Senedd next month.

Greens' gains in Wales could herald PRS clampdown

The Green party plans to push for rent controls in Wales as the party looks set to win its first seats in the Senedd next month.

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Greens' gains in Wales could herald PRS clampdown

Greens' gains in Wales could herald PRS clampdown

The Green party plans to push for rent controls in Wales as the party looks set to win its first seats in the Senedd next month.

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Tenants given the lowdown on upcoming rental reforms

The government has released a raft of new guidance for tenants around the Renters’ Rights Act.

Tenants given the lowdown on upcoming rental reforms

The government has released a raft of new guidance for tenants around the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Tenants given the lowdown on upcoming rental reforms

Tenants given the lowdown on upcoming rental reforms

The government has released a raft of new guidance for tenants around the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Making Tax Digital: a guide for landlords

Making Tax Digital requires landlords earning £50k+ to submit quarterly digital tax updates from April 2026.

Making Tax Digital: a guide for landlords

Making Tax Digital requires landlords earning £50k+ to submit quarterly digital tax updates from April 2026.

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Making Tax Digital: a guide for landlords

Making Tax Digital: a guide for landlords

Making Tax Digital requires landlords earning £50k+ to submit quarterly digital tax updates from April 2026.

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Kent council lays out plans for new HMO controls

Swale Council has urged private landlords to take part in a consultation about introducing tougher rules for HMOs.

Kent council lays out plans for new HMO controls

Swale Council has urged private landlords to take part in a consultation about introducing tougher rules for HMOs.

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Kent council lays out plans for new HMO controls

Kent council lays out plans for new HMO controls

Swale Council has urged private landlords to take part in a consultation about introducing tougher rules for HMOs.

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Landlord exhausted by council confusion over tenancy

Landlord Mick Roberts has hit out at Nottingham Council officers for failing to understand housing law and deterring others from helping tenants.

Landlord exhausted by council confusion over tenancy

Landlord Mick Roberts has hit out at Nottingham Council officers for failing to understand housing law and deterring others from helping tenants.

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Landlord exhausted by council confusion over tenancy

Landlord Mick Roberts has hit out at Nottingham Council officers for failing to understand housing law and deterring others from helping tenants.

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Book review: The Good Landlord Handbook: Practical Survival Guide

The Good Landlord Handbook: Succeed as a landlord under the Renters’ Rights Act

Book review: The Good Landlord Handbook: Practical Survival Guide

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Book review: The Good Landlord Handbook: Practical Survival Guide

Book review: The Good Landlord Handbook: Practical Survival Guide

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Big Northern council extends HMO rules across county

County Durham plans to extend Article 4 rules across the entire borough to control the spread of HMOs.

Big Northern council extends HMO rules across county

County Durham plans to extend Article 4 rules across the entire borough to control the spread of HMOs.

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Big Northern council extends HMO rules across county

Big Northern council extends HMO rules across county

County Durham plans to extend Article 4 rules across the entire borough to control the spread of HMOs.

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Quarter of landlords actively looking to sell rental homes

A quarter of landlords (24%) are actively selling or looking to sell some, or all of their portfolio, new research finds.

Quarter of landlords actively looking to sell rental homes

A quarter of landlords (24%) are actively selling or looking to sell some, or all of their portfolio, new research finds.

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Quarter of landlords actively looking to sell rental homes

Quarter of landlords actively looking to sell rental homes

A quarter of landlords (24%) are actively selling or looking to sell some, or all of their portfolio, new research finds.

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Government to help fund thousands of build-to-rent homes

The government’s newly established National Housing Bank will help to fund 3,300 build-to-rent homes in a link-up with Homes England and Aviva.

Government to help fund thousands of build-to-rent homes

The government’s newly established National Housing Bank will help to fund 3,300 build-to-rent homes in a link-up with Homes England and Aviva.

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Government to help fund thousands of build-to-rent homes

Government to help fund thousands of build-to-rent homes

The government’s newly established National Housing Bank will help to fund 3,300 build-to-rent homes in a link-up with Homes England and Aviva.

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Will holiday lets remain a popular after the Renters’ Rights Act?

Sweeping reforms are about to reshape the private rented sector, how will holiday let businesses fare?

Will holiday lets remain a popular after the Renters’ Rights Act?

Sweeping reforms are about to reshape the private rented sector, how will holiday let businesses fare?

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Will holiday lets remain a popular after the Renters’ Rights Act?

Will holiday lets remain a popular after the Renters’ Rights Act?

Sweeping reforms are about to reshape the private rented sector, how will holiday let businesses fare?

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Practical steps needed to prepare for new regime

Landlords and agents have been warned to get ready for upcoming rental reforms or face costly fines.

Practical steps needed to prepare for new regime

Landlords and agents have been warned to get ready for upcoming rental reforms or face costly fines.

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Practical steps needed to prepare for new regime

Practical steps needed to prepare for new regime

Landlords and agents have been warned to get ready for upcoming rental reforms or face costly fines.

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What landlord exits mean for the PRS

Landlord exits shrink UK rental supply; staying landlords must adapt, professionalise, and navigate new regulations.

What landlord exits mean for the PRS

Landlord exits shrink UK rental supply; staying landlords must adapt, professionalise, and navigate new regulations.

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What landlord exits mean for the PRS

Landlord exits shrink UK rental supply; staying landlords must adapt, professionalise, and navigate new regulations.

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UK rents rise for first time since October

Rents have increased for the first time in five months but remain 2.5% lower than October’s peak.

UK rents rise for first time since October

Rents have increased for the first time in five months but remain 2.5% lower than October’s peak.

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UK rents rise for first time since October

UK rents rise for first time since October

Rents have increased for the first time in five months but remain 2.5% lower than October’s peak.

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Just 30 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28

Just 30 days until the Renters’ Rights Act - landlords are selling fast to beat new rules and secure top prices in under 28 days.

Just 30 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28

Just 30 days until the Renters’ Rights Act - landlords are selling fast to beat new rules and secure top prices in under 28 days.

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Just 30 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28

Just 30 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28

Just 30 days until the Renters’ Rights Act - landlords are selling fast to beat new rules and secure top prices in under 28 days.

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April Fools today, serious rental rules 1 May

April Fools? Landlords, 1 May brings major rental reforms - from rent rules to pets, possessions, and new tenant rights.

April Fools today, serious rental rules 1 May

April Fools? Landlords, 1 May brings major rental reforms - from rent rules to pets, possessions, and new tenant rights.

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April Fools today, serious rental rules 1 May

April Fools today, serious rental rules 1 May

April Fools? Landlords, 1 May brings major rental reforms - from rent rules to pets, possessions, and new tenant rights.

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Landlords struggle to absorb rising costs as reforms loom

Landlords can’t absorb growing costs without passing them on through higher rents, the NRLA has warned.

Landlords struggle to absorb rising costs as reforms loom

Landlords can’t absorb growing costs without passing them on through higher rents, the NRLA has warned.

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Landlords struggle to absorb rising costs as reforms loom

Landlords struggle to absorb rising costs as reforms loom

Landlords can’t absorb growing costs without passing them on through higher rents, the NRLA has warned.

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Pet-friendly rental homes in sharp decline

The number of pet-friendly rental homes in England has dropped by -39% since the start of the year.

Pet-friendly rental homes in sharp decline

The number of pet-friendly rental homes in England has dropped by -39% since the start of the year.

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Pet-friendly rental homes in sharp decline

Pet-friendly rental homes in sharp decline

The number of pet-friendly rental homes in England has dropped by -39% since the start of the year.

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Agents want national push to target empty homes

Propertymark wants councils to invest more in empty home schemes after it found less than half of have an empty homes strategy.

Agents want national push to target empty homes

Propertymark wants councils to invest more in empty home schemes after it found less than half of have an empty homes strategy.

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Agents want national push to target empty homes

Agents want national push to target empty homes

Propertymark wants councils to invest more in empty home schemes after it found less than half of have an empty homes strategy.

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North East council gets tough on HMO spread

Landlords in Stockton will face much tougher rules around HMOs following a planned clampdown by the council.

North East council gets tough on HMO spread

Landlords in Stockton will face much tougher rules around HMOs following a planned clampdown by the council.

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North East council gets tough on HMO spread

North East council gets tough on HMO spread

Landlords in Stockton will face much tougher rules around HMOs following a planned clampdown by the council.

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How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

Paul Sowerbutts and Sonia Rai discuss disability discrimination risks in possession claims and Equality Act defences landlords must consider.

How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

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Paul Sowerbutts and Sonia Rai discuss disability discrimination risks in possession claims and Equality Act defences landlords must consider.

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How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

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Soaring borrowing costs will cause landlords pain

Unrest in the Middle East is adding hundreds of pounds to landlords’ new buy-to-let mortgages, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.

Soaring borrowing costs will cause landlords pain

Unrest in the Middle East is adding hundreds of pounds to landlords’ new buy-to-let mortgages, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.

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Soaring borrowing costs will cause landlords pain

Soaring borrowing costs will cause landlords pain

Unrest in the Middle East is adding hundreds of pounds to landlords’ new buy-to-let mortgages, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.

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Wales to introduce single council tax band for HMOs

The Welsh Government has confirmed that landlords, not tenants, will remain liable for council tax in HMOs.

Wales to introduce single council tax band for HMOs

The Welsh Government has confirmed that landlords, not tenants, will remain liable for council tax in HMOs.

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Wales to introduce single council tax band for HMOs

Wales to introduce single council tax band for HMOs

The Welsh Government has confirmed that landlords, not tenants, will remain liable for council tax in HMOs.

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Big council gives green light to two licensing schemes

Croydon Council has promised to conduct more housing inspections under its new selective and additional licensing schemes.

Big council gives green light to two licensing schemes

Croydon Council has promised to conduct more housing inspections under its new selective and additional licensing schemes.

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Big council gives green light to two licensing schemes

Big council gives green light to two licensing schemes

Croydon Council has promised to conduct more housing inspections under its new selective and additional licensing schemes.

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Middle East conflict is freezing the UK commercial property market

Uncertainty pervades the commercial property market as investors put decisions on hold…

Middle East conflict is freezing the UK commercial property market

Uncertainty pervades the commercial property market as investors put decisions on hold…

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Middle East conflict is freezing the UK commercial property market

Middle East conflict is freezing the UK commercial property market

Uncertainty pervades the commercial property market as investors put decisions on hold…

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Council demolishes shocking unsafe makeshift homes

Council workers have knocked down makeshift buildings that were being rented out with dodgy electrics and no proper bathroom or toilet.

Council demolishes shocking unsafe makeshift homes

Council workers have knocked down makeshift buildings that were being rented out with dodgy electrics and no proper bathroom or toilet.

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Council demolishes shocking unsafe makeshift homes

Council demolishes shocking unsafe makeshift homes

Council workers have knocked down makeshift buildings that were being rented out with dodgy electrics and no proper bathroom or toilet.

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Check your email for council notices, landlords warned

A property lawyer has warned landlords to check their spam email to ensure they don’t miss council notices after two significant court cases.

Check your email for council notices, landlords warned

A property lawyer has warned landlords to check their spam email to ensure they don’t miss council notices after two significant court cases.

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Check your email for council notices, landlords warned

Check your email for council notices, landlords warned

A property lawyer has warned landlords to check their spam email to ensure they don’t miss council notices after two significant court cases.

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Veteran landlord vows to help solve rent arrears dilemma

Landlord Alwin Oliver has vowed to work towards finding solutions to homelessness and helping landlords prevent rent arrears.

Veteran landlord vows to help solve rent arrears dilemma

Landlord Alwin Oliver has vowed to work towards finding solutions to homelessness and helping landlords prevent rent arrears.

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Veteran landlord vows to help solve rent arrears dilemma

Veteran landlord vows to help solve rent arrears dilemma

Landlord Alwin Oliver has vowed to work towards finding solutions to homelessness and helping landlords prevent rent arrears.

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London renters get cash boost to target 'dodgy' landlords

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a new Renters’ Rights Enforcement Fund to help renters defend their rights from 1st May.

London renters get cash boost to target 'dodgy' landlords

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a new Renters’ Rights Enforcement Fund to help renters defend their rights from 1st May.

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London renters get cash boost to target 'dodgy' landlords

London renters get cash boost to target 'dodgy' landlords

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a new Renters’ Rights Enforcement Fund to help renters defend their rights from 1st May.

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First landlords begin to trial PRS Database

Landlords in Oxford have been picked to help the government trial its new PRS Database, set to launch later this year.

First landlords begin to trial PRS Database

Landlords in Oxford have been picked to help the government trial its new PRS Database, set to launch later this year.

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First landlords begin to trial PRS Database

Landlords in Oxford have been picked to help the government trial its new PRS Database, set to launch later this year.

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MPs urge minister to include short lets in levy scheme

MPs have disagreed over whether short let owners should have to collect a visitor levy under plans being drawn up for English councils.

MPs urge minister to include short lets in levy scheme

MPs have disagreed over whether short let owners should have to collect a visitor levy under plans being drawn up for English councils.

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MPs urge minister to include short lets in levy scheme

MPs urge minister to include short lets in levy scheme

MPs have disagreed over whether short let owners should have to collect a visitor levy under plans being drawn up for English councils.

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Light industrial property – a standout rental opportunity

For years, buy-to-let has dominated the small-scale private investor landscape, but light industrial property is a viable alternative

Light industrial property – a standout rental opportunity

For years, buy-to-let has dominated the small-scale private investor landscape, but light industrial property is a viable alternative

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Light industrial property – a standout rental opportunity

Light industrial property – a standout rental opportunity

For years, buy-to-let has dominated the small-scale private investor landscape, but light industrial property is a viable alternative

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Landlord feedback wanted on paying for PRS green upgrades

The government wants landlords' views on funding options for energy efficiency improvements under its Warm Homes Fund.

Landlord feedback wanted on paying for PRS green upgrades

The government wants landlords' views on funding options for energy efficiency improvements under its Warm Homes Fund.

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Landlord feedback wanted on paying for PRS green upgrades

Landlord feedback wanted on paying for PRS green upgrades

The government wants landlords' views on funding options for energy efficiency improvements under its Warm Homes Fund.

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Agents spread the word about banishing mould

Property agents in Yorkshire have joined a push to help landlords and tenants understand the causes of damp and mould.

Agents spread the word about banishing mould

Property agents in Yorkshire have joined a push to help landlords and tenants understand the causes of damp and mould.

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Agents spread the word about banishing mould

Agents spread the word about banishing mould

Property agents in Yorkshire have joined a push to help landlords and tenants understand the causes of damp and mould.

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Buy-to-let investors shift focus to North

Northern England now accounts for a larger share of landlord house purchases than London and the South.

Buy-to-let investors shift focus to North

Northern England now accounts for a larger share of landlord house purchases than London and the South.

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Buy-to-let investors shift focus to North

Buy-to-let investors shift focus to North

Northern England now accounts for a larger share of landlord house purchases than London and the South.

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Risk fears and rental reforms drive tougher tenant criteria

One in three agents (32%) report that more landlords routinely request guarantors than 12 months ago, new research reveals.

Risk fears and rental reforms drive tougher tenant criteria

One in three agents (32%) report that more landlords routinely request guarantors than 12 months ago, new research reveals.

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Risk fears and rental reforms drive tougher tenant criteria

Risk fears and rental reforms drive tougher tenant criteria

One in three agents (32%) report that more landlords routinely request guarantors than 12 months ago, new research reveals.

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Large South East council poised to launch two licensing schemes

Medway Council aims to introduce selective and additional licensing schemes to clamp down on problem rented properties.

Large South East council poised to launch two licensing schemes

Medway Council aims to introduce selective and additional licensing schemes to clamp down on problem rented properties.

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Large South East council poised to launch two licensing schemes

Large South East council poised to launch two licensing schemes

Medway Council aims to introduce selective and additional licensing schemes to clamp down on problem rented properties.

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Agents urged to avoid confusion over information sheet

A property expert has warned that confusion could arise over who is responsible for handing tenants the new information sheet.

Agents urged to avoid confusion over information sheet

A property expert has warned that confusion could arise over who is responsible for handing tenants the new information sheet.

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Agents urged to avoid confusion over information sheet

Agents urged to avoid confusion over information sheet

A property expert has warned that confusion could arise over who is responsible for handing tenants the new information sheet.

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Tenants' rights campaigner quits top role

Campaigning tenant group Generation Rent is looking for a new chief executive after Ben Twomey announced he would quit the role in July.

Tenants' rights campaigner quits top role

Campaigning tenant group Generation Rent is looking for a new chief executive after Ben Twomey announced he would quit the role in July.

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Tenants' rights campaigner quits top role

Tenants' rights campaigner quits top role

Campaigning tenant group Generation Rent is looking for a new chief executive after Ben Twomey announced he would quit the role in July.

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Landlords get advanced notice about new tenancy forms

The government has published drafts of the new forms for tenancy processes that need to be used under the Renters’ Rights Act.

Landlords get advanced notice about new tenancy forms

The government has published drafts of the new forms for tenancy processes that need to be used under the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Landlords get advanced notice about new tenancy forms

Landlords get advanced notice about new tenancy forms

The government has published drafts of the new forms for tenancy processes that need to be used under the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Landlord made 'unreasonable demands' on tenants in unlicensed flat

A landlord who sent tenants “brash and overbearing” messages has been told to pay them back more than £10,000.

Landlord made 'unreasonable demands' on tenants in unlicensed flat

A landlord who sent tenants “brash and overbearing” messages has been told to pay them back more than £10,000.

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Landlord made 'unreasonable demands' on tenants in unlicensed flat

Landlord made 'unreasonable demands' on tenants in unlicensed flat

A landlord who sent tenants “brash and overbearing” messages has been told to pay them back more than £10,000.

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Why buy-to-let is still an opportunity for some, but only for the prepared

Investors’ Chronicle declares buy-to-let, still an investment opportunity for the serious landlord

Why buy-to-let is still an opportunity for some, but only for the prepared

Investors’ Chronicle declares buy-to-let, still an investment opportunity for the serious landlord

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Why buy-to-let is still an opportunity for some, but only for the prepared

Why buy-to-let is still an opportunity for some, but only for the prepared

Investors’ Chronicle declares buy-to-let, still an investment opportunity for the serious landlord

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Scores of Blackpool landlords fail to license properties

Nearly half the properties covered by Blackpool’s selective licensing scheme have failed to get a licence since it launched almost a year ago.

Scores of Blackpool landlords fail to license properties

Nearly half the properties covered by Blackpool’s selective licensing scheme have failed to get a licence since it launched almost a year ago.

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Scores of Blackpool landlords fail to license properties

Scores of Blackpool landlords fail to license properties

Nearly half the properties covered by Blackpool’s selective licensing scheme have failed to get a licence since it launched almost a year ago.

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Tenants will pay reduced fee to challenge rent increases

Tenants will be asked to pay £47 to challenge a Section 13 rent increase through the First Tier Property Tribunal, the government has announced.

Tenants will pay reduced fee to challenge rent increases

Tenants will be asked to pay £47 to challenge a Section 13 rent increase through the First Tier Property Tribunal, the government has announced.

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Tenants will pay reduced fee to challenge rent increases

Tenants will pay reduced fee to challenge rent increases

Tenants will be asked to pay £47 to challenge a Section 13 rent increase through the First Tier Property Tribunal, the government has announced.

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Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year

Prime-area landlords are selling fast using the RRR formula right property, price and location, unlocking stronger offers despite market challenges.

Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year

Prime-area landlords are selling fast using the RRR formula right property, price and location, unlocking stronger offers despite market challenges.

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Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year

Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year

Prime-area landlords are selling fast using the RRR formula right property, price and location, unlocking stronger offers despite market challenges.

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Government publishes vital landlord Information Sheet

The government has published the Information Sheet which landlords must give to tenants by 31st May or face a potential £7,000 fine.

Government publishes vital landlord Information Sheet

The government has published the Information Sheet which landlords must give to tenants by 31st May or face a potential £7,000 fine.

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Government publishes vital landlord Information Sheet

The government has published the Information Sheet which landlords must give to tenants by 31st May or face a potential £7,000 fine.

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The unintended consequences hitting the private rented sector as the Section 21 ban approaches

Section 21 ban drives landlord exits, tenant uncertainty and rising rents as courts face pressure and supply tightens

The unintended consequences hitting the private rented sector as the Section 21 ban approaches

Section 21 ban drives landlord exits, tenant uncertainty and rising rents as courts face pressure and supply tightens

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The unintended consequences hitting the private rented sector as the Section 21 ban approaches

The unintended consequences hitting the private rented sector as the Section 21 ban approaches

Section 21 ban drives landlord exits, tenant uncertainty and rising rents as courts face pressure and supply tightens

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Government reminds landlords to be Renters' Rights Act ready

The government has stepped up its information campaign to make sure landlords prepare for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act.

Government reminds landlords to be Renters' Rights Act ready

The government has stepped up its information campaign to make sure landlords prepare for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act.

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Government reminds landlords to be Renters' Rights Act ready

Government reminds landlords to be Renters' Rights Act ready

The government has stepped up its information campaign to make sure landlords prepare for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act.

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LATEST: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%

The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% amid increases in global energy prices due to the Middle East conflict.

LATEST: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%

The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% amid increases in global energy prices due to the Middle East conflict.

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LATEST: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%

LATEST: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%

The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% amid increases in global energy prices due to the Middle East conflict.

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Welsh short-let owners face more red tape

Landlords in Wales will soon need a licence for their short-let properties after the Senedd passed a Bill to improve visitor accommodation.

Welsh short-let owners face more red tape

Landlords in Wales will soon need a licence for their short-let properties after the Senedd passed a Bill to improve visitor accommodation.

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Welsh short-let owners face more red tape

Welsh short-let owners face more red tape

Landlords in Wales will soon need a licence for their short-let properties after the Senedd passed a Bill to improve visitor accommodation.

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The property guru trap

Tom Entwistle comments on how training providers are selling dreams and simply delivering debt. He gives some personal advice for novice investors

The property guru trap

Tom Entwistle comments on how training providers are selling dreams and simply delivering debt. He gives some personal advice for novice investors

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The property guru trap

The property guru trap

Tom Entwistle comments on how training providers are selling dreams and simply delivering debt. He gives some personal advice for novice investors

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Rising CCJs highlight tenant credit risks

Rising CCJs signal ongoing financial strain, increasing tenant credit risk and making careful landlord screening more important.

Rising CCJs highlight tenant credit risks

Rising CCJs signal ongoing financial strain, increasing tenant credit risk and making careful landlord screening more important.

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Rising CCJs highlight tenant credit risks

Rising CCJs signal ongoing financial strain, increasing tenant credit risk and making careful landlord screening more important.

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Landlord who housed baby in unheated outhouse fined £92,000

A rogue landlord has been handed a whopping £92,000 fine for renting out an unheated outhouse to a couple with a four-month-old baby.

Landlord who housed baby in unheated outhouse fined £92,000

A rogue landlord has been handed a whopping £92,000 fine for renting out an unheated outhouse to a couple with a four-month-old baby.

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Landlord who housed baby in unheated outhouse fined £92,000

Landlord who housed baby in unheated outhouse fined £92,000

A rogue landlord has been handed a whopping £92,000 fine for renting out an unheated outhouse to a couple with a four-month-old baby.

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Northern council to extend HMO clampdown across borough

Hyndburn Council is set to extend its controls on converting homes into small HMOs across the entire borough.

Northern council to extend HMO clampdown across borough

Hyndburn Council is set to extend its controls on converting homes into small HMOs across the entire borough.

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Northern council to extend HMO clampdown across borough

Northern council to extend HMO clampdown across borough

Hyndburn Council is set to extend its controls on converting homes into small HMOs across the entire borough.

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Call for landlords to pay tenants back for poor EPCs

Tenants should be allowed to claim rent back if their landlord doesn’t meet new energy efficiency standards, according to Generation Rent.

Call for landlords to pay tenants back for poor EPCs

Tenants should be allowed to claim rent back if their landlord doesn’t meet new energy efficiency standards, according to Generation Rent.

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Call for landlords to pay tenants back for poor EPCs

Call for landlords to pay tenants back for poor EPCs

Tenants should be allowed to claim rent back if their landlord doesn’t meet new energy efficiency standards, according to Generation Rent.

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mydeposits announces partnership with Reposit to offer greater choice in tenancy deposits

mydeposits partners with Reposit to offer agents flexible deposit options, boosting tenant choice, affordability and faster tenancy setup.

mydeposits announces partnership with Reposit to offer greater choice in tenancy deposits

mydeposits partners with Reposit to offer agents flexible deposit options, boosting tenant choice, affordability and faster tenancy setup.

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mydeposits announces partnership with Reposit to offer greater choice in tenancy deposits

mydeposits announces partnership with Reposit to offer greater choice in tenancy deposits

mydeposits partners with Reposit to offer agents flexible deposit options, boosting tenant choice, affordability and faster tenancy setup.

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How landlords can use high court enforcement to regain possession

Landlords recovering property or unpaid rent can use High Court officers for faster enforcement, though fees are higher and court approval is needed.

How landlords can use high court enforcement to regain possession

Landlords recovering property or unpaid rent can use High Court officers for faster enforcement, though fees are higher and court approval is needed.

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How landlords can use high court enforcement to regain possession

How landlords can use high court enforcement to regain possession

Landlords recovering property or unpaid rent can use High Court officers for faster enforcement, though fees are higher and court approval is needed.

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Student areas top buy-to-let investment charts

Cardiff, Nottingham and Manchester were the top BTL purchasing hotspots last year, according to Paragon Bank.

Student areas top buy-to-let investment charts

Cardiff, Nottingham and Manchester were the top BTL purchasing hotspots last year, according to Paragon Bank.

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Student areas top buy-to-let investment charts

Student areas top buy-to-let investment charts

Cardiff, Nottingham and Manchester were the top BTL purchasing hotspots last year, according to Paragon Bank.

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HMRC reveals landlord numbers hit by new tax rules

More than 259,000 landlords will need to sign up for Making Tax Digital for the 2026/2027 tax year, the government has revealed.

HMRC reveals landlord numbers hit by new tax rules

More than 259,000 landlords will need to sign up for Making Tax Digital for the 2026/2027 tax year, the government has revealed.

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HMRC reveals landlord numbers hit by new tax rules

HMRC reveals landlord numbers hit by new tax rules

More than 259,000 landlords will need to sign up for Making Tax Digital for the 2026/2027 tax year, the government has revealed.

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Government vows to uncover enforcement data ahead of reforms

The government is drilling local councils over civil penalty fines to work out how much they will need to enforce the Renters’ Rights Act.

Government vows to uncover enforcement data ahead of reforms

The government is drilling local councils over civil penalty fines to work out how much they will need to enforce the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Government vows to uncover enforcement data ahead of reforms

Government vows to uncover enforcement data ahead of reforms

The government is drilling local councils over civil penalty fines to work out how much they will need to enforce the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Reforms prompt landlords to seek out concessionary sales

An increasing number of landlords looking for a quick and painless exit from the PRS are opting for concessionary sales.

Reforms prompt landlords to seek out concessionary sales

An increasing number of landlords looking for a quick and painless exit from the PRS are opting for concessionary sales.

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Reforms prompt landlords to seek out concessionary sales

Reforms prompt landlords to seek out concessionary sales

An increasing number of landlords looking for a quick and painless exit from the PRS are opting for concessionary sales.

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Jersey landlords face complex new eviction rules

Landlords in Jersey will be allowed to evict some tenants with a week’s notice as part of big changes to residential tenancy law.

Jersey landlords face complex new eviction rules

Landlords in Jersey will be allowed to evict some tenants with a week’s notice as part of big changes to residential tenancy law.

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Jersey landlords face complex new eviction rules

Jersey landlords face complex new eviction rules

Landlords in Jersey will be allowed to evict some tenants with a week’s notice as part of big changes to residential tenancy law.

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Higher tax bills deprive PRS of 2.2 million homes

Private renters would have had an extra 2.2 million properties to choose from if the market had grown at pre-2016 rates, says Hamptons.

Higher tax bills deprive PRS of 2.2 million homes

Private renters would have had an extra 2.2 million properties to choose from if the market had grown at pre-2016 rates, says Hamptons.

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Higher tax bills deprive PRS of 2.2 million homes

Higher tax bills deprive PRS of 2.2 million homes

Private renters would have had an extra 2.2 million properties to choose from if the market had grown at pre-2016 rates, says Hamptons.

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Notice is coming – the Renters’ Rights Act will require special notices

Landlords must be aware, they don’t need to renew tenancies on 1 May 2026, but they must give a notice to their tenants

Notice is coming – the Renters’ Rights Act will require special notices

Landlords must be aware, they don’t need to renew tenancies on 1 May 2026, but they must give a notice to their tenants

14/3/2026

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Notice is coming – the Renters’ Rights Act will require special notices

Notice is coming – the Renters’ Rights Act will require special notices

Landlords must be aware, they don’t need to renew tenancies on 1 May 2026, but they must give a notice to their tenants