The upmarket agency reckons tenant demand and rents will soon begin to soften as 'pandemic affect' wears off.
The upmarket agency reckons tenant demand and rents will soon begin to soften as 'pandemic affect' wears off.
The upmarket agency reckons tenant demand and rents will soon begin to soften as 'pandemic affect' wears off.
Homelessness charity Crisis has announced plans to become a landlord as it hits out at those exploiting the demand for temporary accommodation.
Homelessness charity Crisis has announced plans to become a landlord as it hits out at those exploiting the demand for temporary accommodation.
Homelessness charity Crisis has announced plans to become a landlord as it hits out at those exploiting the demand for temporary accommodation.
Rent Smart Wales has insisted it doesn’t let non-compliant landlords “get away with it”.
Rent Smart Wales has insisted it doesn’t let non-compliant landlords “get away with it”.
Rent Smart Wales has insisted it doesn’t let non-compliant landlords “get away with it”.
A landlord with a large international property portfolio exposed his tenants to poor and dangerous conditions in an unlicensed HMO.
A landlord with a large international property portfolio exposed his tenants to poor and dangerous conditions in an unlicensed HMO.
A landlord with a large international property portfolio exposed his tenants to poor and dangerous conditions in an unlicensed HMO.
HM Revenue & Customs is stepping up a gear with its war on tax evasion - it’s armed with some powerful new tools - artificial intelligence
HM Revenue & Customs is stepping up a gear with its war on tax evasion - it’s armed with some powerful new tools - artificial intelligence
HM Revenue & Customs is stepping up a gear with its war on tax evasion - it’s armed with some powerful new tools - artificial intelligence
A new government guide to the Renters’ Rights Act labels Section 21 evictions a “scourge”.
A new government guide to the Renters’ Rights Act labels Section 21 evictions a “scourge”.
A new government guide to the Renters’ Rights Act labels Section 21 evictions a “scourge”.
Landlords are feeling peeved that Housing Secretary Steve Reed failed to acknowledge them in its Renters’ Rights Act publicity.
Landlords are feeling peeved that Housing Secretary Steve Reed failed to acknowledge them in its Renters’ Rights Act publicity.
Landlords are feeling peeved that Housing Secretary Steve Reed failed to acknowledge them in its Renters’ Rights Act publicity.
Rightmove has revealed its ambition to become a big player in the rental market by using a raft of new tools and features.
Rightmove has revealed its ambition to become a big player in the rental market by using a raft of new tools and features.
Rightmove has revealed its ambition to become a big player in the rental market by using a raft of new tools and features.
Landlords have warned that higher taxes on the private rented sector will have serious consequences for the already-wobbling economy.
Landlords have warned that higher taxes on the private rented sector will have serious consequences for the already-wobbling economy.
Landlords have warned that higher taxes on the private rented sector will have serious consequences for the already-wobbling economy.
Rachel Reeves has apologised for letting a Southwark property without the required selective licence — it was an “honest mistake”, she says
Rachel Reeves has apologised for letting a Southwark property without the required selective licence — it was an “honest mistake”, she says
Rachel Reeves has apologised for letting a Southwark property without the required selective licence — it was an “honest mistake”, she says
The Renters’ Rights Act is here. From Dec 2025, digital records are a must - landlords need to act now to stay compliant.
The Renters’ Rights Act is here. From Dec 2025, digital records are a must - landlords need to act now to stay compliant.
The Renters’ Rights Act is here. From Dec 2025, digital records are a must - landlords need to act now to stay compliant.
Tenants could be afraid to complain about poor conditions due to the threat of rent rises - despite gaining new rights, MPs heard.
Tenants could be afraid to complain about poor conditions due to the threat of rent rises - despite gaining new rights, MPs heard.
Tenants could be afraid to complain about poor conditions due to the threat of rent rises - despite gaining new rights, MPs heard.
A Surrey council has vowed to put pressure on HMO landlords - including those who have forked out for a licence.
A Surrey council has vowed to put pressure on HMO landlords - including those who have forked out for a licence.
A Surrey council has vowed to put pressure on HMO landlords - including those who have forked out for a licence.
More tenants are to be helped out of the private rented sector and onto the property ladder following an announcement by credit score giant Experian.
More tenants are to be helped out of the private rented sector and onto the property ladder following an announcement by credit score giant Experian.
More tenants are to be helped out of the private rented sector and onto the property ladder following an announcement by credit score giant Experian.
MPs have called on the government to tighten planning rules for HMOs amid reports of frustration among their communities.
MPs have called on the government to tighten planning rules for HMOs amid reports of frustration among their communities.
MPs have called on the government to tighten planning rules for HMOs amid reports of frustration among their communities.
Landlords have been encouraged to put aside personal views and consider if a particular pet is compatible with their property.
Landlords have been encouraged to put aside personal views and consider if a particular pet is compatible with their property.
Landlords have been encouraged to put aside personal views and consider if a particular pet is compatible with their property.
Portfolio landlords snapping up rental properties from small landlords has sustained buy-to-let sales in 2025.
Portfolio landlords snapping up rental properties from small landlords has sustained buy-to-let sales in 2025.
Portfolio landlords snapping up rental properties from small landlords has sustained buy-to-let sales in 2025.
Landlords in Wales could soon need a licence for holiday lets as the government bids to level the playing field with the PRS.
Landlords in Wales could soon need a licence for holiday lets as the government bids to level the playing field with the PRS.
Landlords in Wales could soon need a licence for holiday lets as the government bids to level the playing field with the PRS.
Landlords: stay compliant with legal obligations like safety checks, licences, deposits, and tenancy docs, plus follow best practice.
Landlords: stay compliant with legal obligations like safety checks, licences, deposits, and tenancy docs, plus follow best practice.
Landlords: stay compliant with legal obligations like safety checks, licences, deposits, and tenancy docs, plus follow best practice.
Finance experts believe landlords will elicit little sympathy if the Chancellor decides to go ahead with a rumoured tax grab.
Finance experts believe landlords will elicit little sympathy if the Chancellor decides to go ahead with a rumoured tax grab.
Finance experts believe landlords will elicit little sympathy if the Chancellor decides to go ahead with a rumoured tax grab.
A licensing expert has called for a national scheme to simplify councils’ disjointed approach to handing out justice for licensing breaches.
A licensing expert has called for a national scheme to simplify councils’ disjointed approach to handing out justice for licensing breaches.
A licensing expert has called for a national scheme to simplify councils’ disjointed approach to handing out justice for licensing breaches.
Chartered surveyor Clive Scrivener says properly regulated leasehold remains an efficient and proven structure for complex residential buildings.
Chartered surveyor Clive Scrivener says properly regulated leasehold remains an efficient and proven structure for complex residential buildings.
Chartered surveyor Clive Scrivener says properly regulated leasehold remains an efficient and proven structure for complex residential buildings.
North Warwickshire Council wants to restrict HMOs despite its very small percentage of shared housing.
North Warwickshire Council wants to restrict HMOs despite its very small percentage of shared housing.
North Warwickshire Council wants to restrict HMOs despite its very small percentage of shared housing.
Justice for Tenants has predicted a surge in Rent Repayment Order claims following the Chancellor’s failure to get a licence.
Justice for Tenants has predicted a surge in Rent Repayment Order claims following the Chancellor’s failure to get a licence.
Justice for Tenants has predicted a surge in Rent Repayment Order claims following the Chancellor’s failure to get a licence.
Paul Shamplina has warned that the Renters’ Rights Act could prove catastrophic for landlords trying to evict non-paying tenants.
Paul Shamplina has warned that the Renters’ Rights Act could prove catastrophic for landlords trying to evict non-paying tenants.
Paul Shamplina has warned that the Renters’ Rights Act could prove catastrophic for landlords trying to evict non-paying tenants.
RICS UK survey identifies a clear shift in mood across the commercial property sector
RICS UK survey identifies a clear shift in mood across the commercial property sector
RICS UK survey identifies a clear shift in mood across the commercial property sector
The Renters’ Rights Act ends Section 21 “no-fault” evictions; landlords must now use Section 8 grounds, with longer notice periods.
The Renters’ Rights Act ends Section 21 “no-fault” evictions; landlords must now use Section 8 grounds, with longer notice periods.
The Renters’ Rights Act ends Section 21 “no-fault” evictions; landlords must now use Section 8 grounds, with longer notice periods.
Rachel Reeves’ admission of breaching housing law neatly illustrates the challenges landlords face in keeping up with legislation.
Rachel Reeves’ admission of breaching housing law neatly illustrates the challenges landlords face in keeping up with legislation.
Rachel Reeves’ admission of breaching housing law neatly illustrates the challenges landlords face in keeping up with legislation.
Landlords across the country are enjoying better profits and yields than they have for several years, new research shows.
Landlords across the country are enjoying better profits and yields than they have for several years, new research shows.
Landlords across the country are enjoying better profits and yields than they have for several years, new research shows.
“Landlords rush to sell ahead of Renters' Rights Bill as taxes, rates, and reforms squeeze profits. Time to act is now.”
“Landlords rush to sell ahead of Renters' Rights Bill as taxes, rates, and reforms squeeze profits. Time to act is now.”
“Landlords rush to sell ahead of Renters' Rights Bill as taxes, rates, and reforms squeeze profits. Time to act is now.”
Landlords learn practical strategies to navigate 2025 property tax changes, from inheritance tax to SDLT and CGT planning.
Landlords learn practical strategies to navigate 2025 property tax changes, from inheritance tax to SDLT and CGT planning.
Landlords learn practical strategies to navigate 2025 property tax changes, from inheritance tax to SDLT and CGT planning.
Landlords have been warned to avoid the spread of phantom rumours about the Renters' Rights Act.
Landlords have been warned to avoid the spread of phantom rumours about the Renters' Rights Act.
Landlords have been warned to avoid the spread of phantom rumours about the Renters' Rights Act.
The London lettings agency at the centre of the Rachel Reeves selective licensing scandal has released a statement.
The London lettings agency at the centre of the Rachel Reeves selective licensing scandal has released a statement.
The London lettings agency at the centre of the Rachel Reeves selective licensing scandal has released a statement.
Landlords in Hillingdon will have the chance to comment on a new borough-wide additional HMO licensing scheme.
Landlords in Hillingdon will have the chance to comment on a new borough-wide additional HMO licensing scheme.
Landlords in Hillingdon will have the chance to comment on a new borough-wide additional HMO licensing scheme.
The Chancellor has been accused of “glaring hypocrisy” by a landlord impacted by the licensing scheme she pushed for in Leeds.
The Chancellor has been accused of “glaring hypocrisy” by a landlord impacted by the licensing scheme she pushed for in Leeds.
The Chancellor has been accused of “glaring hypocrisy” by a landlord impacted by the licensing scheme she pushed for in Leeds.
Many claims the Renters' Rights Act is pushing more landlords out but George Osborne's Section 24 changes are the real culprit, says expert.
Many claims the Renters' Rights Act is pushing more landlords out but George Osborne's Section 24 changes are the real culprit, says expert.
Many claims the Renters' Rights Act is pushing more landlords out but George Osborne's Section 24 changes are the real culprit, says expert.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has apologised to the Prime Minister for failing to get a selective licence for her London rental property.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has apologised to the Prime Minister for failing to get a selective licence for her London rental property.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has apologised to the Prime Minister for failing to get a selective licence for her London rental property.
The day of the long-awaited abolition of Section 21 “no-fault” evictions has finally arrived
The day of the long-awaited abolition of Section 21 “no-fault” evictions has finally arrived
The day of the long-awaited abolition of Section 21 “no-fault” evictions has finally arrived
The Law Society has warned that the courts aren’t ready for an expected rise in hearings created by the Renters’ Rights Act.
The Law Society has warned that the courts aren’t ready for an expected rise in hearings created by the Renters’ Rights Act.
The Law Society has warned that the courts aren’t ready for an expected rise in hearings created by the Renters’ Rights Act.
Most of Westminster’s private landlords will be covered by a huge new selective licensing scheme when it launches next month.
Most of Westminster’s private landlords will be covered by a huge new selective licensing scheme when it launches next month.
Most of Westminster’s private landlords will be covered by a huge new selective licensing scheme when it launches next month.
An Edinburgh landlord has been fined for renting out an unlicensed flat in the first prosecution under the country’s short-term lets licensing scheme.
An Edinburgh landlord has been fined for renting out an unlicensed flat in the first prosecution under the country’s short-term lets licensing scheme.
An Edinburgh landlord has been fined for renting out an unlicensed flat in the first prosecution under the country’s short-term lets licensing scheme.
A startup on a mission to revolutionise student rentals aims to sign up one million students within the next year.
A startup on a mission to revolutionise student rentals aims to sign up one million students within the next year.
A startup on a mission to revolutionise student rentals aims to sign up one million students within the next year.
The government has squandered a chance to help both animal-loving tenants and landlords, according to pet campaigners.
The government has squandered a chance to help both animal-loving tenants and landlords, according to pet campaigners.
The government has squandered a chance to help both animal-loving tenants and landlords, according to pet campaigners.
The Mortgage Works is improving its application process and speeding up lending decisions for landlords.
The Mortgage Works is improving its application process and speeding up lending decisions for landlords.
The Mortgage Works is improving its application process and speeding up lending decisions for landlords.
Landlords and agents face a draconian and new set of investigative powers given to councils by the Act.
Landlords and agents face a draconian and new set of investigative powers given to councils by the Act.
Landlords and agents face a draconian and new set of investigative powers given to councils by the Act.
The huge reforms that the Act bring in are now law although secondary legislative and regulatory changes will be needed to make it go live fully.
The huge reforms that the Act bring in are now law although secondary legislative and regulatory changes will be needed to make it go live fully.
The huge reforms that the Act bring in are now law although secondary legislative and regulatory changes will be needed to make it go live fully.
Islington to increase coverage to ten wards and raise the scheme's per-property fee to £850.
Islington to increase coverage to ten wards and raise the scheme's per-property fee to £850.
Islington to increase coverage to ten wards and raise the scheme's per-property fee to £850.
The government has promised to publish a timetable on when Awaab’s Law will include private landlords.
The government has promised to publish a timetable on when Awaab’s Law will include private landlords.
The government has promised to publish a timetable on when Awaab’s Law will include private landlords.
Landlords in Northern Ireland will soon have to pay more for an HMO licence as part of a crackdown on the sector.
Landlords in Northern Ireland will soon have to pay more for an HMO licence as part of a crackdown on the sector.
Landlords in Northern Ireland will soon have to pay more for an HMO licence as part of a crackdown on the sector.
Landlords and tenants are both feeling the pinch as affordability remains stretched across the PRS.
Landlords and tenants are both feeling the pinch as affordability remains stretched across the PRS.
Landlords and tenants are both feeling the pinch as affordability remains stretched across the PRS.
The prospect of the passing of the Renters Rights Act means for many landlords, the exit lights are flashing
The prospect of the passing of the Renters Rights Act means for many landlords, the exit lights are flashing
The prospect of the passing of the Renters Rights Act means for many landlords, the exit lights are flashing
The Renters’ Rights Bill is almost here. Change is certain but timing isn’t. Now’s the moment to prepare, not pause.
The Renters’ Rights Bill is almost here. Change is certain but timing isn’t. Now’s the moment to prepare, not pause.
The Renters’ Rights Bill is almost here. Change is certain but timing isn’t. Now’s the moment to prepare, not pause.
Landlords in Bury hoping to convert their property to an HMO could soon have to meet tougher planning restrictions.
Landlords in Bury hoping to convert their property to an HMO could soon have to meet tougher planning restrictions.
Landlords in Bury hoping to convert their property to an HMO could soon have to meet tougher planning restrictions.
A new AI tool aims to help renters secure a rental property by sending alerts to their inbox before other platforms.
A new AI tool aims to help renters secure a rental property by sending alerts to their inbox before other platforms.
A new AI tool aims to help renters secure a rental property by sending alerts to their inbox before other platforms.
A group of six leading freeholders and property industry groups have failed in their High Court bid to reverse last year’s leasehold reform legislatio
A group of six leading freeholders and property industry groups have failed in their High Court bid to reverse last year’s leasehold reform legislatio
A group of six leading freeholders and property industry groups have failed in their High Court bid to reverse last year’s leasehold reform legislatio
The Telegraph appears to be at odds with its readers after a supportive article about rental reforms drew widespread opposition.
The Telegraph appears to be at odds with its readers after a supportive article about rental reforms drew widespread opposition.
The Telegraph appears to be at odds with its readers after a supportive article about rental reforms drew widespread opposition.
London’s 20% affordable fast-track aims to revive stalled sites and boost housing starts, but delivery - not policy - will be the real test.
London’s 20% affordable fast-track aims to revive stalled sites and boost housing starts, but delivery - not policy - will be the real test.
London’s 20% affordable fast-track aims to revive stalled sites and boost housing starts, but delivery - not policy - will be the real test.
Local councils are using arm’s-length companies to serve Section 21 eviction notices, impacting landlords ahead of upcoming legal changes.
Local councils are using arm’s-length companies to serve Section 21 eviction notices, impacting landlords ahead of upcoming legal changes.
Local councils are using arm’s-length companies to serve Section 21 eviction notices, impacting landlords ahead of upcoming legal changes.
Most brokers’ landlord clients are set to slim down their portfolios if National Insurance is applied to rental income.
Most brokers’ landlord clients are set to slim down their portfolios if National Insurance is applied to rental income.
Most brokers’ landlord clients are set to slim down their portfolios if National Insurance is applied to rental income.
Don’t let the headline mislead, it must be tempered by a realistic appraisal of the markets
Don’t let the headline mislead, it must be tempered by a realistic appraisal of the markets
Don’t let the headline mislead, it must be tempered by a realistic appraisal of the markets
Rental reform campaigner labels PRS policies an “unmitigated disaster” as he celebrates the imminent Renters’ Rights Act.
Rental reform campaigner labels PRS policies an “unmitigated disaster” as he celebrates the imminent Renters’ Rights Act.
Rental reform campaigner labels PRS policies an “unmitigated disaster” as he celebrates the imminent Renters’ Rights Act.
A summary of the Renters’ Rights Bill’s legislative path and the forthcoming changes it brings to the private rented sector.
A summary of the Renters’ Rights Bill’s legislative path and the forthcoming changes it brings to the private rented sector.
A summary of the Renters’ Rights Bill’s legislative path and the forthcoming changes it brings to the private rented sector.
A letting agency has been set up in the capital for socially minded landlords keen to be part of a more inclusive PRS.
A letting agency has been set up in the capital for socially minded landlords keen to be part of a more inclusive PRS.
A letting agency has been set up in the capital for socially minded landlords keen to be part of a more inclusive PRS.
Renters' Rights Bill has been voted through by MPs and will now go to the King for Royal Assent.
Renters' Rights Bill has been voted through by MPs and will now go to the King for Royal Assent.
Renters' Rights Bill has been voted through by MPs and will now go to the King for Royal Assent.
The Autumn Budget lands 26 Nov 2025. Tax hikes may target landlords—stay alert to NI on rental profits, CGT changes & MTD rollout.
The Autumn Budget lands 26 Nov 2025. Tax hikes may target landlords—stay alert to NI on rental profits, CGT changes & MTD rollout.
The Autumn Budget lands 26 Nov 2025. Tax hikes may target landlords—stay alert to NI on rental profits, CGT changes & MTD rollout.
Nottingham Council has announced new penalties to tackle poor practice – but admits it is late to the party.
Nottingham Council has announced new penalties to tackle poor practice – but admits it is late to the party.
Nottingham Council has announced new penalties to tackle poor practice – but admits it is late to the party.
Councillors in Rotherham are pushing ahead with selective licensing despite opposition from both landlords and tenants.
Councillors in Rotherham are pushing ahead with selective licensing despite opposition from both landlords and tenants.
Councillors in Rotherham are pushing ahead with selective licensing despite opposition from both landlords and tenants.
Medway Council has announced plans to introduce both selective and additional licensing schemes next summer.
Medway Council has announced plans to introduce both selective and additional licensing schemes next summer.
Medway Council has announced plans to introduce both selective and additional licensing schemes next summer.
Croydon landlords face having to join a selective licensing scheme in the borough after a five-year break.
Croydon landlords face having to join a selective licensing scheme in the borough after a five-year break.
Croydon landlords face having to join a selective licensing scheme in the borough after a five-year break.
Rightmove launches free webinar to help landlords prepare for major legal changes from the Renters' Rights Bill. Join Oct 22 at 7pm.
Rightmove launches free webinar to help landlords prepare for major legal changes from the Renters' Rights Bill. Join Oct 22 at 7pm.
Rightmove launches free webinar to help landlords prepare for major legal changes from the Renters' Rights Bill. Join Oct 22 at 7pm.
Landlord sell-offs fuel student housing crisis, increasing homelessness risk as students face sudden displacement and councils struggle to cope.
Landlord sell-offs fuel student housing crisis, increasing homelessness risk as students face sudden displacement and councils struggle to cope.
Landlord sell-offs fuel student housing crisis, increasing homelessness risk as students face sudden displacement and councils struggle to cope.
New Home Office data shows that Right to Rent fines have surged to more than £4.2 million since late 2024.
New Home Office data shows that Right to Rent fines have surged to more than £4.2 million since late 2024.
New Home Office data shows that Right to Rent fines have surged to more than £4.2 million since late 2024.
Landlords renting out homes in parts of Scunthorpe now need a selective licence.
Landlords renting out homes in parts of Scunthorpe now need a selective licence.
Landlords renting out homes in parts of Scunthorpe now need a selective licence.
A National Insurance grab could create renewed investment from older landlords and reshape the BTL market.
A National Insurance grab could create renewed investment from older landlords and reshape the BTL market.
A National Insurance grab could create renewed investment from older landlords and reshape the BTL market.
Renters are most likely to turn to social media to solve issues caused by mould as they are unsure about their legal rights.
Renters are most likely to turn to social media to solve issues caused by mould as they are unsure about their legal rights.
Renters are most likely to turn to social media to solve issues caused by mould as they are unsure about their legal rights.
Universal Credit changes and LHA freeze leave landlords facing longer arrears, slower recovery, and greater financial risk.
Universal Credit changes and LHA freeze leave landlords facing longer arrears, slower recovery, and greater financial risk.
Universal Credit changes and LHA freeze leave landlords facing longer arrears, slower recovery, and greater financial risk.
Student rental arrears could climb when the Renters’ Rights Bill is introduced, a letting expert has warned.
Student rental arrears could climb when the Renters’ Rights Bill is introduced, a letting expert has warned.
Student rental arrears could climb when the Renters’ Rights Bill is introduced, a letting expert has warned.
More landlords in a key London borough are to face selective licensing if councillors in Enfield get their way following a 12-week consultation due to
More landlords in a key London borough are to face selective licensing if councillors in Enfield get their way following a 12-week consultation due to
More landlords in a key London borough are to face selective licensing if councillors in Enfield get their way following a 12-week consultation due to
The government has dismissed MPs’ calls to conduct a comprehensive review of the “dysfunctional” County Courts.
The government has dismissed MPs’ calls to conduct a comprehensive review of the “dysfunctional” County Courts.
The government has dismissed MPs’ calls to conduct a comprehensive review of the “dysfunctional” County Courts.
With experienced landlords leaving in their droves, we now see an influx of accidental landlords
With experienced landlords leaving in their droves, we now see an influx of accidental landlords
With experienced landlords leaving in their droves, we now see an influx of accidental landlords
Labour deputy leader hopeful Lucy Powell has praised the government for taking on landlords' "vested interests".
Labour deputy leader hopeful Lucy Powell has praised the government for taking on landlords' "vested interests".
Labour deputy leader hopeful Lucy Powell has praised the government for taking on landlords' "vested interests".
A leading letting agent has expressed disappointment over Labour’s unwillingness to listen to concerns about the Renters’ Rights Bill.
A leading letting agent has expressed disappointment over Labour’s unwillingness to listen to concerns about the Renters’ Rights Bill.
A leading letting agent has expressed disappointment over Labour’s unwillingness to listen to concerns about the Renters’ Rights Bill.
Housing ministry data shows 'landlord selling up' remains a key reason why tenants have to move out and seek help from their council.
Housing ministry data shows 'landlord selling up' remains a key reason why tenants have to move out and seek help from their council.
Housing ministry data shows 'landlord selling up' remains a key reason why tenants have to move out and seek help from their council.
Asylum leasing offers landlords guaranteed rent, but risks, strict contracts, and ethical issues mean due diligence is essential.
Asylum leasing offers landlords guaranteed rent, but risks, strict contracts, and ethical issues mean due diligence is essential.
Asylum leasing offers landlords guaranteed rent, but risks, strict contracts, and ethical issues mean due diligence is essential.
Green Party's anti-landlord stance sparks sell-off as landlords fear policy impact - exit firms report surge in portfolio sales.
Green Party's anti-landlord stance sparks sell-off as landlords fear policy impact - exit firms report surge in portfolio sales.
Green Party's anti-landlord stance sparks sell-off as landlords fear policy impact - exit firms report surge in portfolio sales.
MPs will have their last chance to study the Renters’ Rights Bill when it goes back to the House of Commons next week.
MPs will have their last chance to study the Renters’ Rights Bill when it goes back to the House of Commons next week.
MPs will have their last chance to study the Renters’ Rights Bill when it goes back to the House of Commons next week.
Reeves signals possible tax hikes ahead of Nov Budget, with NI on rental profits still under review amid fiscal tightening.
Reeves signals possible tax hikes ahead of Nov Budget, with NI on rental profits still under review amid fiscal tightening.
Reeves signals possible tax hikes ahead of Nov Budget, with NI on rental profits still under review amid fiscal tightening.
Generation Rent has taken the credit for keeping ‘pro landlord’ amendments out of the Renters’ Rights Bill.
Generation Rent has taken the credit for keeping ‘pro landlord’ amendments out of the Renters’ Rights Bill.
Generation Rent has taken the credit for keeping ‘pro landlord’ amendments out of the Renters’ Rights Bill.
More landlords in Leeds will need to apply for a licence when the council launches an extended scheme next February.
More landlords in Leeds will need to apply for a licence when the council launches an extended scheme next February.
More landlords in Leeds will need to apply for a licence when the council launches an extended scheme next February.
Commercial landlords are facing a nightmare situation; a race to upgrade their energy efficiency standards, many with an uncertain outcome
Commercial landlords are facing a nightmare situation; a race to upgrade their energy efficiency standards, many with an uncertain outcome
Commercial landlords are facing a nightmare situation; a race to upgrade their energy efficiency standards, many with an uncertain outcome
Comments made by Paul Johnson to NRLA as Labour tries to position private landlords are 'ripe for extra taxes' ahead of next month's budget.
Comments made by Paul Johnson to NRLA as Labour tries to position private landlords are 'ripe for extra taxes' ahead of next month's budget.
Comments made by Paul Johnson to NRLA as Labour tries to position private landlords are 'ripe for extra taxes' ahead of next month's budget.
An energy efficiency expert has warned landlords to “do it right or don’t bother” when it comes to insulating their properties.
An energy efficiency expert has warned landlords to “do it right or don’t bother” when it comes to insulating their properties.
An energy efficiency expert has warned landlords to “do it right or don’t bother” when it comes to insulating their properties.
The John Lewis Partnership is to start work on building 170 rental homes in Reading.
The John Lewis Partnership is to start work on building 170 rental homes in Reading.
The John Lewis Partnership is to start work on building 170 rental homes in Reading.
Landlords, agents and charities have warned that inadequate Local Housing Allowance rates are pushing renters to the cliff edge.
Landlords, agents and charities have warned that inadequate Local Housing Allowance rates are pushing renters to the cliff edge.
Landlords, agents and charities have warned that inadequate Local Housing Allowance rates are pushing renters to the cliff edge.
Peer says during Lords debate that Renters' Rights Bill is not proportionate in its approach balancing tenant and landlord needs.
Peer says during Lords debate that Renters' Rights Bill is not proportionate in its approach balancing tenant and landlord needs.
Peer says during Lords debate that Renters' Rights Bill is not proportionate in its approach balancing tenant and landlord needs.
A Scottish firm is hoping to convince landlords in the West Country to let it take the strain in the short-let market.
A Scottish firm is hoping to convince landlords in the West Country to let it take the strain in the short-let market.
A Scottish firm is hoping to convince landlords in the West Country to let it take the strain in the short-let market.
Councils issuing no-fault evictions via legal workarounds, despite pledges to abolish Section 21.
Councils issuing no-fault evictions via legal workarounds, despite pledges to abolish Section 21.
Councils issuing no-fault evictions via legal workarounds, despite pledges to abolish Section 21.
A landlord who destroyed his tenant’s home following an illegal eviction has been ordered to pay her £53,000 in damages.
A landlord who destroyed his tenant’s home following an illegal eviction has been ordered to pay her £53,000 in damages.
A landlord who destroyed his tenant’s home following an illegal eviction has been ordered to pay her £53,000 in damages.
A staggering 98% of homes with external wall insulation installed under the ECO scheme need work to correct major issues.
A staggering 98% of homes with external wall insulation installed under the ECO scheme need work to correct major issues.
A staggering 98% of homes with external wall insulation installed under the ECO scheme need work to correct major issues.
Hounslow says it is on the hunt for rogue and non-compliant landlords and agents within its borders.
Hounslow says it is on the hunt for rogue and non-compliant landlords and agents within its borders.
Hounslow says it is on the hunt for rogue and non-compliant landlords and agents within its borders.
Twice the number of landlords with one or two properties plan to sell up compared with those who own more than 10 properties, according to a new survey.
A landlord who tried to challenge a tax fine by unwittingly using fake rulings generated by an artificial intelligence (AI) system like ChatGPT has had her appeal dismissed.
Landlords in Lewisham are the latest within the London to face a selective licencing scheme now that permission has been granted by the Secretary of State for the scheme.
Three-quarters of buy-to-let landlords (76%) increased rent during the past 12 months, most of whom blamed higher mortgage costs.
The government has given the go-ahead to Brent’s selective licensing scheme, with the council labelling it, “a major win for both renters and landlords”.
Environmental health officers want more robust landlord licensing schemes under the Renters Reform Bill, says the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH).
A letting agent who swindled £128,000 from her employer to fund an affair with her personal trainer was rumbled after landlords complained they had not received their rent.
NRLA chief executive Ben Beadle has called for pragmatism and unity in response to Shelter’s new anti-landlord campaign.
A landlord in London has been landed with one of the largest rent repayment orders so far this year after failing to licence their HMO property in Tottenham.
The never-ending onslaught of landlords, including the abolition of Section 21, tough EPC rules, and changes to stamp duty, have left landlords fed up and thinking of throwing in the towel.
A tenants’ champion has slammed energy companies for failing to help renters with energy bill problems at HMOs.
Northwood letting agency in Romford has gone bust, leaving angry landlords out of pocket.
Most landlords who voted Labour wouldn’t do it again, a new survey from buy-to-lender Landbay has found.
Surveyors are the latest group to report a cooling rental market in the UK, with a slowing in demand among tenants for the first time since 2020.
Reading Council has given the go-ahead for an additional licensing scheme in the town – and defended the rising costs set to hit landlords.
Generation Rent has urged renters to get more MPs backing amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill.
Rental growth in the UK has dropped to 3.9%, its lowest level in more than three years and down from 9.1% a year ago.
Demand for accessible homes is growing as the tenant population ages, a leading estate agency has reported, calling on Labour to help landlords finance upgrades.
With substantial capital gains gathered within your properties, selling the whole portfolio will probably leave you exposed to a substantial capital gains tax bill
The Welsh Government has followed its counterparts in England and Scotland and raised the stamp duty that landlords buying rental properties must pay, effective from tomorrow.
Landlords may need to prepare for a turbulent and potentially very costly ride once the Renters’ Rights Bill becomes law, a financial expert has warned.
A landlord has been ordered to pay six tenants a whopping £44,358 after failing to provide an excuse for operating an unlicensed HMO.
Tenants heading for retirement age are the fastest growing group privately renting in England, according to new figures.
Tenant group Acorn has protested outside a landlord’s shop after he refused to return a former tenant’s deposit in a dispute over a leak.
Edinburgh Council has responded to accusations of double standards when housing homeless people in 30 unlicensed HMOs by moving tenants out of the properties.
Hyndburn Council wants to deter landlords from making the most of its cheap properties and ‘multiple deprivation’ by clamping down on HMO conversions.
As we approach the festive season of 2024, like many of us, I find myself drawn to Charles Dickens's timeless tale, A Christmas Carol.
Landlords blame upcoming legislation and tax changes for causing 73% of them to feel less confident than they did last year.
Renter groups have called on the government to do more to tackle ‘out of control’ rents, as a government survey reveals that more than a third of landlords increasing rents on new tenancies did so by at least 15%.
Official figures reveal growing number of landlords considering property sales amid rising costs.
The 2019 Tenant Fees Act, which over the past five years has severely restricted what fees landlords and letting agents can charge tenants, has been a success, two academics have claimed.
A partnership has been agreed that will enable landlord who are members of the National Residential Landlords Association and letting agents to better manage tenancy changeovers, for free.
The Law Commission is reviewing Part 2 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (LTA) to “ensure that it works for today’s commercial leasehold market.”
Home energy installation company BOXT aims to revolutionise the way heating systems are installed in private rented homes.











