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Buckinghamshire tenants pay highest rents in the country

Buckinghamshire tenants pay highest rents in the country

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Tenants in Buckinghamshire fork out for the highest rents in the country - even more than those living in London’s prime SW7 postcode.

Paragon Bank launches cheapest buy-to-let five-year fix in almost three years

Paragon Bank launches cheapest buy-to-let five-year fix in almost three years

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Paragon Bank has launched its cheapest buy-to-let five-year fix in almost three years, becoming the latest lender to offer landlords more attractive deals.

London Renters Union protest against “slumlords”

London Renters Union protest against “slumlords”

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London Renters Union protested against “slumlords” in the capital at the weekend, calling for housing justice for all.

Older tenants face less financial security in retirement than owners

Older tenants face less financial security in retirement than owners

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Older renters are heading for a bleak retirement with significantly less financial security than their homeowning peers.

Flawed possession grounds will cut student housing supply, NRLA warns

Flawed possession grounds will cut student housing supply, NRLA warns

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A flawed grounds for possession will reduce the supply of student housing, the NRLA has warned.

Landlords hit with £30K bills after cannabis gangs took over homes

Landlords hit with £30K bills after cannabis gangs took over homes

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Landlords were left with bills of up to £30,000 after cannabis gangs took over their properties and left them unliveable.

More firms seek office space now than at any time before the pandemic

More firms seek office space now than at any time before the pandemic

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More firms are looking to rent office space than at any time since before the pandemic, new Rightmove research has found.

Tribunal rebuked in London service charges case

Tribunal rebuked in London service charges case

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A judge has given a First Tier Property Tribunal a ticking off for unfair conduct during a hearing over a dispute about leaseholder service charges.

The importance of increasing the availability of pet friendly homes

The importance of increasing the availability of pet friendly homes

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Battersea is taking a stand to ensure tenants have the right to keep their pets while renting.

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Khan eyeing more housing powers after Labour victory

Khan eyeing more housing powers after Labour victory

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London Mayor Sadiq Khan is confident he will be able to push ahead with a massive house building programme in the capital and new powers to control the housing market.

Landlord in hot water over 'no WFH' rental advert

Landlord in hot water over 'no WFH' rental advert

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A landlord has got into hot water for telling prospective tenants that they’re not allowed to work from home.

Coroner calls for landlord register following tenant death

Coroner calls for landlord register following tenant death

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A coroner has called on the government to set up a private landlord register in England after the mould-related death of a tenant.

Britain's youngest MP makes shock promise to campaign for tenants

Britain's youngest MP makes shock promise to campaign for tenants

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The UK’s youngest MP Sam Carling has revealed that he will work in parliament to improve the lot of renters following his shock victory in the General Election.

Matthew Pennycook appointed as Labour housing minister

Matthew Pennycook appointed as Labour housing minister

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Landlords may be relieved to hear that a Labour MP with experience of the private rented sector has been appointed to the Government.

TOM’s tips - Setting-up a new tenancy correctly

TOM’s tips - Setting-up a new tenancy correctly

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Experienced landlord Tom Entwistle, who has been letting property since the 1970s, gives some tips based on his experience when setting-up a new tenancy

EXCLUSIVE: Labour landslide decimates landlords' voice in parliament

EXCLUSIVE: Labour landslide decimates landlords' voice in parliament

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Landlord representation in Parliament will be hugely diminished after 50 Tory MPs with residential rental properties either lost their seat in the election or had previously stepped down.

BLOG: 'Labour must support the private rented sector - here's how'

BLOG: 'Labour must support the private rented sector - here's how'

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Labour's victory in the general election marks a significant turning point for the private rented sector (PRS). With their ambitious plans for housing reform, it is crucial that the new government addresses the pressing issues facing both landlords and tenants.

Landlords congratulate Labour but worry about eviction changes

Landlords congratulate Labour but worry about eviction changes

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Landlords have congratulated Labour on its landslide victory but warned that too much new red tape will make the housing shortage within the private rented sector even worse.

Landlord sell-off increasing ahead of Renters’ Rights Bill

Landlord sell-off increasing ahead of Renters’ Rights Bill

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An increasing number of properties are being sold by landlords, new databy TwentyEA reveals.

Renting with pets – the rules are changing

Renting with pets – the rules are changing

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Labour have vowed to make it easier for tenants to rent with pets - The Renters’ Rights Bill will give tenants greater pets rights

Landlord groups retain influence despite smaller players quitting

Landlord groups retain influence despite smaller players quitting

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Landlord groups continue to have pulling power despite a backdrop of smaller players quitting the market, insists the founder of GB Landlords.

HMO landlords may add premium for single service

HMO landlords may add premium for single service

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Landlords could charge a premium on HMO rooms by helping to ensure tenants will get on with their housemates, a new survey reveals.

Buy-to-let rates cut by Landbay amid tariff impact

Buy-to-let rates cut by Landbay amid tariff impact

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Landbay has become the latest buy-to-let lender to reduce rates in the wake of President Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs.

Properties for sale typically spend a month on the market

Properties for sale typically spend a month on the market

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Properties for sale in England and Wales spend just over a month on the market on average, new data reveals.

Guaranteed Rent provider teams up with accreditation scheme LLAS

Guaranteed Rent provider teams up with accreditation scheme LLAS

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LLAS and rent provider Elliot Leigh have teamed up to raise standards and strengthen landlord support in the private rented sector.

Younger tenants resist regulation, even if it strengthens their rights.

Younger tenants resist regulation, even if it strengthens their rights.

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Despite the potential to strengthen their rights, younger tenants are often reluctant to support greater regulation in the private rental sector.

Renters’ Rights Bill may be delayed as peers’ financial ties surface.

Renters’ Rights Bill may be delayed as peers’ financial ties surface.

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Tenant groups raise concerns that peers with property interests are working to delay the Renters’ Rights Bill and push for concessions from the Govern

Asking prices rise by over £5,000 to £377,182 this month, says Rightmove

Asking prices rise by over £5,000 to £377,182 this month, says Rightmove

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Rightmove reports that average asking prices have increased by over £5,000 this month, bringing the typical UK listing to £377,182.

Behind every lease, a hidden risk: The rise of subletting scams

Behind every lease, a hidden risk: The rise of subletting scams

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Unauthorized subletting is on the rise, leaving landlords exposed to financial loss and legal issues. Tools like Title Guardian can help monitor properties and alert landlords to suspicious activity. Stay informed and protect your investments.

Will Trump’s tariffs cause rate cuts for borrowers or keep inflation high?

Will Trump’s tariffs cause rate cuts for borrowers or keep inflation high?

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Questions have been raised about whether Trump’s tariffs will be a help or a hindrance to landlords.

Property demand in Bedford set to rise after Universal theme park announcement

Property demand in Bedford set to rise after Universal theme park announcement

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Property demand in Bedford set to rise after Universal theme park announcement

Typical price of renting a luxury home edges upwards

Typical price of renting a luxury home edges upwards

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The typical price of renting a luxury property edged up marginally at the beginning of this year, new figures suggest.

Converting commercial property to residential use

Converting commercial property to residential use

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Commercial to residential conversions are creating lots of new investment opportunities for landlords / developers

LandlordZONE Podcast interviews resolution expert on successful tenancies

LandlordZONE Podcast interviews resolution expert on successful tenancies

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Being a landlord means you can sometimes find yourself dealing with challenging tenancy issues.

Renters’ Rights Bill amendments to protect possession rights

Renters’ Rights Bill amendments to protect possession rights

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Renters’ Rights Bill amendments aim to protect landlords’ possession rights

Tenant activist leader claims landlords are "subsidised" by public funds

Tenant activist leader claims landlords are "subsidised" by public funds

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A member of the tenants’ union Acorn has accused landlords of being “subsidised” by public money.

Rental hotspots revealed, with West Sussex leading the way

Rental hotspots revealed, with West Sussex leading the way

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The rental hotspots in England have been revealed, with West Sussex leading the way.

London room rents drop as tenants opt to live outside the capital, reveals SpareRoom

London room rents drop as tenants opt to live outside the capital, reveals SpareRoom

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Room rents in London have fallen by 1% in the last year and now average £982 per month, as many tenants opt to live outside the capital.

Anti-social behaviour affecting tenants and landlords must be tackled, MPs told

Anti-social behaviour affecting tenants and landlords must be tackled, MPs told

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Landlords and councils need to work together on tackling anti-social behaviour and protecting vulnerable tenants, MPs have been told.

Rise in number of landlords looking to end rent-to-rent agreements, claims solicitor

Rise in number of landlords looking to end rent-to-rent agreements, claims solicitor

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Law firms have reported a significant rise in the number of landlords looking to end rent-to-rent agreements with councils or companies who sublet to local authorities.

Rental properties with bills included appear to be falling out of favour

Rental properties with bills included appear to be falling out of favour

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Properties with bills included appear to be falling out of favour as cost-of-living rises mean landlords can lose money on them despite the 20% rent premium.

A third of private tenants in Scotland find it hard to pay their rent each month

A third of private tenants in Scotland find it hard to pay their rent each month

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A third of private tenants in Scotland find it hard to pay their rent each month, according to a new poll.

Government energy schemes leave people living in houses “unfit for human habitation”

Government energy schemes leave people living in houses “unfit for human habitation”

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Government schemes to improve homes by retrofitting wall insulation could become one of the biggest energy efficiency scandals to-date