Akiva worked in the charity sector and property management before joining the legal team at Landlord Action. He has helped countless landlords get back possession of their property from some of the most difficult tenants.”
Alex Nolan, Senior Training Manager at NRLA, provides expert training on HMO management, tenancy processes, and rental sector legislative updates.
Alphaletz is designed to be a simple, cost-effective solution to these problems. Their mission is to free you from the burden of spreadsheets and paperwork, so you can free up time and keep an eye on your profits.
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Established in 1860 to care for abandoned animals, Battersea aims to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. In 2023, we helped 2,529 dogs and 2,450 cats across our three centres. Our work means we see day-to-day the many animal welfare issues facing dogs, cats and the people who care for them.
The proposed Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill must be shaped through genuine consultation with professionals to avoid unintended consequences.
London-based mortgage broker Market Financial Solutions has gone into administration, raising fears for landlords with active loans.
A landlord who tried to smuggle illegal immigrants to work at cannabis factories at properties he owned has been jailed for eight years.
The parties to commercial leases often live to regret not producing an agreed Schedule of Condition. It can lead to expensive outcomes
Understand who is legally responsible when an agent appoints contractors for property refurbishments, and learn practical steps landlords can take to
Large portfolio landlords could get a new portfolio-based exemption as part of legislative changes to improve PRS energy ratings.
Rental growth in Scotland dipped from 4.4% at the start of last year to just 0.2% by year-end, according to the latest figures.
The number of pet-friendly rental adverts has barely changed in the last year, despite upcoming changes in the Renters’ Rights Act.
The government has announced a cap on ground rents which is set to transform the residential leasehold market.
UK estate agencies face rising fines as HMRC steps up AML enforcement, naming firms that missed registration, controls.
A lettings expert has urged the property sector to back a national housing committee to come up with long-term strategy.
New rules banning discrimination against tenants with children or those receiving benefits will come into force in Wales on 1st June.
A rogue landlord who refused to fix up his two dangerous HMOs has had them shut down by Tamworth Borough Council.
Rightmove’s challenge, and its latest Commercial Property Tracker shows commercial property sector remains positive
Nearly 9 in 10 landlords worry about Making Tax Digital, with many unsure how to prepare ahead of April 2026 rollout.
The industrial sector continued to lead the way for commercial real estate in the UK with demand to lease in Q4 up 11% year on year.
Rents to rise modestly in 2026 as supply improves, demand softens and the Renters’ Rights Act reshapes the lettings market.
The government has insisted tribunals will be ready for an expected increase in rent review hearings after 1st May.
A landlord who let out an unlicensed, mouldy and unsafe home has been told by a court to pay more than £15,000.
With new redress rules coming, landlords should handle concerns early, communicate clearly, keep records and see ombudsman support as protection.
Most landlords appear cautiously optimistic about their portfolios and future investment in the PRS despite tax and regulatory pressures.
Legal experts have warned landlords to be wary of using AI for advice amid reports of tribunal judges finding inaccuracies.
Short let landlords have been told that their properties won’t have to achieve an EPC C by 2030, unlike the rest of the PRS.
Council tax hikes, business rates traps and the real cost of owning a second home or furnish holiday let
Guaranteed rent firm Elliot Leigh has partnered with another eight councils as they look for alternatives to costly nightly paid accommodation.
Landlords in Scotland are to get new timescales on dealing with damp and mould in a bid to better protect tenants in the PRS.
The government has confirmed that all private landlords must get their rental properties up to an EPC C by 1st October 2030.
UK landlords are selling up in record numbers as regulation and rising costs shrink rental supply and intensify pressure on tenants.
Salford Council hopes to crack down on poorly converted HMOs after 99% failed to meet housing and fire safety standards.
New research finds flats and terraced homes saw the strongest gains in yield last year, although HMOs still offer the best returns.
When licensing schemes expire or renew, landlords can face unexpected compliance risks if conditions, fees or designations change.
The government has published details of what landlords must put into tenancy agreements under the Renters’ Rights Act.
Landlords with homes covered by Tandridge Council now face tougher restrictions on converting small HMOs.
Landlords have been warned to be extra careful if trying to find loopholes in the Renters’ Rights Act.
Selective licensing is expanding across England, catching many landlords unaware and increasing compliance risks, costs and penalties.
Just 10.9% of properties in Great Britain were bought by landlords in 2025, down from 12% in 2024, new figures show.
It’s that time of year again, the tax deadline looms, the end of the month is neigh
Commercial landlords should consider bringing forward lease renewal negotiations to this year ahead of a proposed ban on upward-only rent hikes.
A rethink of sentencing for housing offences including illegal eviction could see councils revert from using civil penalty notices.
A landlord pair have lost their appeal against a £579,000 bill following a long-running legal battle with Camden Council.
A substantial increase in the number of BTL mortgages and remortgages suggests a positive rate of rental investment activity.
A new organisation has been set up to unify local and regional landlord associations around the country.
A rogue landlord has been hit with a whopping £81,000 fine for renting out an illegal outbuilding
Some landlords say buy-to-let is dead, while others see an expansionary buying opportunity. One landlord thinks it’s bonanza time
Great Yarmouth landlords have won the backing of their local MP in a campaign to pause the council’s upcoming selective scheme.
A rogue landlord who took a ‘devil-may-care’ attitude to compliance has been handed a 10-year ban from renting out properties for ten years.
Landlords have labelled the Scottish Budget a disappointment after the government failed to rule out future property income tax hikes.
Two thirds of landlords plan to use specialist purchase vehicles for buy-to-let property purchases, according to Paragon Bank.
Landlords in Leeds have launched a GoFundMe campaign in a bid to make the city council rethink plans for a selective licensing scheme.
A property tribunal has banned Liverpool-based Roach Estates & Property Management Ltd for one year.
Renters now need a £44,400 salary to afford the average property, according to Propertymark’s Rental price and average salary tracker.
A successful portfolio landlord has encouraged BTL investors not to buy on a “hope and a prayer of capital growth” this year.
A rogue landlord has been handed a £9,000 bill after he repeatedly ignored warnings to make his HMO safer.
A pub landlord revolt has exposed the flaws in Britain’s Business Rates System
A single semicolon in a service clause cost a landlord dearly. Why notice wording decides if eviction fails.
2026 urges landlords to regain control: easing rates, strong demand and professional systems turn resilience into steady momentum.
Landlords and agents with properties in Bradford have failed to pay more than £1.5 million in civil penalty notices since 2018.
Landlords in Thurrock have managed to halt the Essex borough’s selective licencing scheme, forcing the council to respond to a legal claim.
A landlord who didn’t visit his unlicensed rental property for more than a decade has been handed a £9,360 rent repayment order.
UK landlords face fines and bans under Renters’ Rights Act 2025; many are exiting now to protect equity and avoid enforcement.
Build-to-rent giant Grainger has been handed a high-profile boost after billionaire Mike Ashley acquired a 3.1% interest.
Hundreds of thousands of tenants could get the housing element of Universal Credit incorrectly stopped, warns a benefits expert.
A new Private Members’ Bill aims to keep empty properties on the valuation list and hold private landlords to account.
Tax rule changes are about to affect anyone holding commercial property in a SIPP
Scottish councils could get more choice in how they design and apply visitor levies on accommodation including short-term lets.
A tax advisor has urged landlords to get hold of new software ahead of the 6th April implementation date.
Average rents in England hit their lowest levels for nine months during December, although 2026 could still be a record-breaking year.
Landlords spend between 25% and 45% of their gross rental income on running costs, including maintenance and insurance.
A record number of licensing schemes launched in the UK last year as councils took advantage of more relaxed rules.
A rogue landlord who repeatedly put vulnerable tenants at risk has been banned from letting properties for two years.
Latest local housing allowance news and what it means for landlords in 2026.
Average UK rents fell slightly to £1,317 in December, down 1.5% on the previous month but still 2.6% higher than December 2024.
Landlords in Portsmouth have urged the government to draft legislation minimising collateral damage to the PRS.
Landlords in Northern Ireland have been urged to share their views on proposed extended notice to quit periods.
Happy New Year! Landlords, beat the rush and sell now to get top prices before the Renters’ Rights Act hits. We’ll handle it all!
A licensing expert warns that the swathe of legislative changes will lead to a “race to the bottom” in 2026.
As 2026 begins, clearer communication and early resolution can prevent disputes, with expanded redress and the new Ombudsman supporting fair outcomes
Providing Tenant References - without creating a legal risk. Landlords are often asked for a reference for a previous tenant, what should you do?
Government schemes don’t pause at Christmas. Our teams keep services running, meeting KPIs, resolving cases and releasing funds.
Location, Location, Location TV show star Phil Spencer has been recognised for his work with St Mungo's.
Havering Council is to launch new extended selective and additional licensing schemes in March – and is hiking fees for both.
Generation Rent and the Renters’ Reform Coalition have renewed calls for rent controls, arguing that the Renters’ Rights Act does not go far enough.
The government has confirmed that short-term let landlords should soon expect to be part of a registration scheme.
What have the many changes in 2025 really meant for UK landlords – and where is all this heading?
Residential landlords usually can’t reclaim VAT, but careful planning on developments or conversions may allow reduced rates or recovery.
We all hope you enjoy your Christmas and New Year festive celebrations whatever you are doing.
The number of buy-to-let mortgage products has surged by 68% since last Christmas, while average mortgage rates for investors have fallen.
Anger is growing over the government’s failure to introduce the delayed Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill.
A landlord who blamed the council’s website for his failure to make a licence application has been handed a Rent Repayment Order.
A property company pair in North London face paying the largest landlord fine so far during 2025 after illegally converting house into flats.
Fixed-rate buy-to-let mortgages offer predictable payments, ideal for UK and expat landlords managing budgets.
The Green party has admitted it doesn’t want to get rid of private landlords - just make life more difficult for them.
The number of tenants being asked to provide a guarantor has jumped sharply in the last year, according to Generation Rent.
Telford & Wrekin Council has revealed that landlords would be expected to pay a hefty £1,522 fee under licensing plans.
Landlords who intentionally or unwittingly rent out unlicensed properties to tenants in receipt of benefits are to face a new and draconian scheme.
After years of political wrangling, consultations and half-measures in legislation, leasehold reform in England finally got some movement
Landlords in Scotland should brace themselves for a potential rise in property income tax, according to one financial expert.
Leading leasehold practitioner says leaseholders are getting tired of empty Government promises to end 'feudal' system.
2025 has pushed landlords to the brink as new laws, court delays, rising taxes and fines hit at once, driving exits, shrinking supply and higher rents
A man has been jailed for 21 years for attempting to kill his landlord in a violent attack.
A judge has ruled that simply plugging in a microwave is not enough to turn a room into a self-contained flat.
Landlord tax is complex. Expert advice helps you stay compliant, avoid costly HMRC penalties, and structure buy-to-let income and gains tax-efficientl
EPLS shows landlords under strain, with many selling up and driving rents higher. Regulation is reshaping the sector toward fewer landlords.
A landlord pair have been fined for renting out an unlicensed and unsafe HMO where the fire brigade was called.
Some large lettings agents are denting residential landlords’ rental yields by over-inflating property management costs, says a London firm.
Landlords in Fleetwood and Thornton‑Cleveleys now need permission to convert homes into HMOs.
Bristol plans higher penalties for landlords based on tenant vulnerability, but critics warn it could reduce housing availability for those most in ne
Fewer renters were in arrears last year, but the amount they owed jumped from an average of £1,724 to £2,238.
Deposit reform could modernise the UK rental sector, but centralisation risks, phased changes, and resilience must be balanced.
A commercial landlord has been fined £48,000 after nine people were found sleeping inside his empty office building during a fire safety check.
Councils are being encouraged to use a property intelligence service that aims to make licensing fairer for law-abiding landlords.
Worcester Council has become the latest local authority to urge the government to allow it to bring in rent controls.
Sanctions checks now apply to lettings. Since May 2025, agents must screen landlords and tenants against the UK list, risking delays.
The John Lewis Partnership has pulled out of a £500m deal to build almost 1,000 rental homes in Bromley, Reading and West Ealing.
Since the pandemic Central London’s office market was regarded as a casualty; recovery has been selective but sure.
Letting agents must update services for the Renters’ Rights Act; landlords should ensure full compliance to avoid fines and risks.
Landlords face fines up to £40k for paperwork errors even if their managing agent was at fault. Compliance gaps are costly.
A growing number of tenants are turning to the GoFundMe crowdfunding platform to help pay their rent.
Landlords are being offered more cash to install electric vehicle charger points at their rental properties.
New guidance will prevent chaos in the student housing market when the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect on 1st May, says the NRLA.
Derby landlord sold 4 properties fast with no searches or survey achieving £30k above investor market value.
An increasing number of students are swapping halls for home as fees and the cost of living bite, according to Unite Group.
Landlords in Hillingdon face paying £1,401 for an additional licence when a new scheme launches later this year.
Reform UK has pledged to ditch the Renters’ Rights Act in a bid to reverse the fall in the supply of rental properties.
UK rent regulation is tightening as rent caps gain momentum, increasing compliance demands and financial pressure on landlords.
Newcastle Council has pledged to place greater accountability on landlords to vet tenants appropriately and manage anti-social behaviour.
Bristol Council wants to charge errant landlords an extra 10% on top of civil penalties to factor in the city’s high rents.
UK rental scams rise: fake landlords duped 20+ in Islington. Owners must monitor listings, verify agents, secure lets, stay alert.
Landlords in Kidderminster look set to have restrictions imposed on HMO conversions.
The amendments to furniture fire safety and electrical safety legislation (2025) are not dramatic but crucially, they tighten enforcement
Thurrock Council has been given the go-ahead for its selective licensing scheme after the High Court refused permission for a judicial review.
The Decent Homes Standard has been labelled as not fit for purpose after private landlords were told they had to comply by 2035.
London Fire Brigade wants landlords to spread awareness of risks around e-bikes and e-scooters after they sparked 206 fires in the capital last year.
Landlord petition tops 13,600 signatures calling for stronger protections as landlords prepare for tougher regulation in the PRS.
A new app aims to transform the way investors source, assess and buy properties.
A complex leasehold redress system is deterring leaseholders from making complaints, according to research by the Leasehold Advisory Service.
The proportion of rental homes sold in Scotland remaining in the private rented sector has nearly doubled over the past year.
Buy-to-let landlords are now incorporating at a rate not seen for a decade, what are the benefits?
South Wales landlord and property investor Mandy St John Davey has been named as one of the world’s top 10 self-made women entrepreneurs.
Landlords are being penalised for housing breaches under both primary legislation and as a breach of licence conditions, says expert.
The rental market continues to cool, with UK rent inflation slowing to its lowest annual rate since March 2022, according to ONS data.
Possession claims are slower and more complex; landlords must prepare carefully, manage risk, and expect longer repossession timelines.
A rogue landlord has failed to have his £26,486 fine for letting two unlicensed HMOs overturned.
Complying with the Renters’ Rights Act will be more difficult for landlords who live overseas, the capital’s watchdog has been told.
Former rentals accounted for 10% of new sales listings in January - down from 17% a year ago – according to new figures.
Rotherham Council is to ask landlords how it should spend £500,000 to improve its selective licensing areas in the town.
Wandsworth Council has launched a crackdown on landlords whose properties don’t meet energy efficiency standards.
Up to 80% of all new buy-to-let purchases are now made via a company, with 66,587 new firms formed in 2025 – up 8% on 2024.
The Government has issued new guidelines you should be familiar with on evicting tenants on or after 1 May 2026, when the Act comes into force
Westminster Council has more than doubled the size of its private renters’ team since launching its selective licensing scheme last November.
Letting agents have warned that proposed guidelines for short lets in Northern Ireland could make it harder for landlords to rent out homes.
The North West has the highest share of HMOs in the UK while landlords in the North East can expect the best yields.
Great Yarmouth landlords have demanded that the local council defend its upcoming selective licensing scheme or face a judicial review.
Ministry of Justice figures reveal a widening gap between falling possession claim volumes and rising court delays, says Landlord Action.
MPs want short let landlords to provide details about the number of nights they let out their properties in a bid to regulate the sector.
Landlords in the private rental sector (PRS) are now being harshly judged by the AML rules – the Government has said it is determined to crack down
The government has been urged to raise the tax-free threshold and incentivise more under-occupied households to rent out rooms to lodgers.
A property lawyer has warned landlords not to accept services in lieu of rent to get round the Renters’ Rights Act.
The Renters’ Rights Act is likely to raise rents and reduce choice by increasing landlords' costs and risks, finds a new report.
Gateshead Council has joined a new national pilot that gives it access to DWP’s secure customer information system.
Hammersmith & Fulham has become the latest council to introduce an Article 4 Direction in a bid to clamp down on HMO conversions.
Tenant death doesn’t end a tenancy. Notice is required, succession may apply, and errors can invalidate possession for landlords.
A new online market rent calculator aims to support landlords and tenants in rent negotiations once the Renters’ Rights Act comes in.
Justice for Tenants is on a mission to create a fairer playing field in the PRS by setting up a legal firm enforcing fines for non-paying landlords.
The government wants landlord leaseholders to share their experiences as it refines the draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill.
Leasehold reform aims to simplify disputes, empower leaseholders, and reshape property ownership for a fairer, clearer system.
Landlords are being encouraged to sign a new petition calling for revised eviction grounds and more support to weed out problem tenants.
Governments have committed to reforming the leasehold system, but progress has been slow - what does it mean for landlords with leases?
From 1 May, landlords must provide compliant written tenancy terms, with penalties up to £4,000 for missing the 31 May deadline.
Rising taxes, MTD and frozen thresholds mean proactive tax planning is now essential for landlords to protect profits and returns.
Propertymark has set up an independent regulatory board in a bid to foster professionalism, transparency and public trust.
Landlords exiting? We deliver fast, realistic sales of tenanted properties—no refurbs, chain-free buyers and quick completion.
Sefton and Preston councils join other local authorities launching Article 4 directions in a bid to stem the growth of HMOs.
Two thirds of landlords planning to increase rents blame upcoming property tax rises, according to a new poll.
Politicians have backed a proposal to set separate Welsh rates of property income tax, despite fears it could deter investment.
The Bank of England has held UK interest rates at 3.75% but signalled that a cut could soon be on the way.
Landlords could end up with a £1,000 bill for failing to keep their email address updated under new Making Tax Digital rules.
The Renters’ Rights Act is no longer a distant vision on the horizon; it’s a looming reality
Both tenants and landlords are losing out to firms chasing lucrative housing disrepair claims, according to Landlord Licensing & Defence.
A legal expert has advised landlords to beef up their record-keeping to avoid enforcement action under the Renters' Rights Act.
Almost four in 10 landlords plan to refinance property during the next 12 months as thousands of five-year fixed-rate mortgages mature.
Landlords and agents have urged the government to announce commercial EPC deadlines before buildings across major cities become unlettable.
Luton Council has won its long-running legal battle to go ahead with selective and additional licensing schemes in the town.
Bolton Council has launched a consultation into plans for a borough-wide additional licensing scheme.
Leasehold reforms will cap ground rents, ban new leasehold flats, and allow conversions to commonhold, reshaping landlord income streams.
Landlords in England are being asked to help test the new PRS Database, which is being introduced later this year.
The government’s conviction that larger landlords will simply replace smaller landlords could backfire, says a property lawyer.
The Green party has called for mayors to be given the power to set rent controls in a bid to stem renters’ spiralling costs.
Compliance is unavoidable, but rising fees expose which agents are efficient and which are passing their own risk to landlords.
It is possible to turn a utilities supply cost headache in multi-occupied properties into a smoothly managed system
Energy efficiency standards are improving in the PRS while there are also more rented properties meeting decent home standards.
The Renters’ Rights Act could unintentionally force hundreds of thousands of renters to pay stamp duty, according to an investigative group.
Rumble with the Agents returns to London 11 June 2026, bringing the property industry together for charity boxing for North London Hospice.
A Reform UK council chair has resigned after he was named as a 'rogue landlord' who had rented out two dangerous HMOs.
Very few corporate landlords are being penalised for housing offences compared to their smaller counterparts, according to a new study.
Specialist lender Somo has launched a Landlord’s Breathing Space Loan to help investors facing cashflow stress.
Landlords in the Republic of Ireland face tough new reforms that go much further than England’s Renters’ Rights Act.
Two-year delay offers landlords a temporary reprieve, but the underlying pressure is still there
Private landlords will have to meet a new Decent Homes Standard in 2035, the government has announced.
Losing Section 21 is set to cause big headaches for HMO landlords dealing with extremes of anti-social behaviour.
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