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Budget watch: what landlords should look for ahead of 26 November

The Autumn Budget lands 26 Nov 2025. Tax hikes may target landlords—stay alert to NI on rental profits, CGT changes & MTD rollout.

Budget watch: what landlords should look for ahead of 26 November

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The Autumn Budget lands 26 Nov 2025. Tax hikes may target landlords—stay alert to NI on rental profits, CGT changes & MTD rollout.

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Budget watch: what landlords should look for ahead of 26 November

Budget watch: what landlords should look for ahead of 26 November

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The Autumn Budget lands 26 Nov 2025. Tax hikes may target landlords—stay alert to NI on rental profits, CGT changes & MTD rollout.

Nottingham adopts new powers to get tougher on the PRS

Nottingham Council has announced new penalties to tackle poor practice – but admits it is late to the party.

Nottingham adopts new powers to get tougher on the PRS

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Nottingham Council has announced new penalties to tackle poor practice – but admits it is late to the party.

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Nottingham adopts new powers to get tougher on the PRS

Nottingham adopts new powers to get tougher on the PRS

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Nottingham Council has announced new penalties to tackle poor practice – but admits it is late to the party.

Landlords and tenants fail to scupper town's licensing plans

Councillors in Rotherham are pushing ahead with selective licensing despite opposition from both landlords and tenants.

Landlords and tenants fail to scupper town's licensing plans

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Councillors in Rotherham are pushing ahead with selective licensing despite opposition from both landlords and tenants.

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Landlords and tenants fail to scupper town's licensing plans

Landlords and tenants fail to scupper town's licensing plans

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Councillors in Rotherham are pushing ahead with selective licensing despite opposition from both landlords and tenants.

Large South East council vows to go after 'complacent landlords'

Medway Council has announced plans to introduce both selective and additional licensing schemes next summer.

Large South East council vows to go after 'complacent landlords'

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Medway Council has announced plans to introduce both selective and additional licensing schemes next summer.

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Large South East council vows to go after 'complacent landlords'

Large South East council vows to go after 'complacent landlords'

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Medway Council has announced plans to introduce both selective and additional licensing schemes next summer.

Council consults landlords as it prepares to launch two licensing schemes

Croydon landlords face having to join a selective licensing scheme in the borough after a five-year break.

Council consults landlords as it prepares to launch two licensing schemes

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Croydon landlords face having to join a selective licensing scheme in the borough after a five-year break.

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Council consults landlords as it prepares to launch two licensing schemes

Council consults landlords as it prepares to launch two licensing schemes

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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 navigate game-changing legal reforms

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 navigate game-changing legal reforms

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Rightmove launches free webinar to help landlords prepare for major legal changes from the Renters' Rights Bill. Join Oct 22 at 7pm.

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Rightmove launches free webinar to help landlords navigate game-changing legal reforms

Rightmove launches free webinar to help landlords navigate game-changing legal reforms

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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 worsen student housing crisis and risk rising homelessness

Landlord sell-offs fuel student housing crisis, increasing homelessness risk as students face sudden displacement and councils struggle to cope.

Landlord sell-offs worsen student housing crisis and risk rising homelessness

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Landlord sell-offs fuel student housing crisis, increasing homelessness risk as students face sudden displacement and councils struggle to cope.

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Landlord sell-offs worsen student housing crisis and risk rising homelessness

Landlord sell-offs worsen student housing crisis and risk rising homelessness

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Landlord sell-offs fuel student housing crisis, increasing homelessness risk as students face sudden displacement and councils struggle to cope.

Right to rent fines soar as enforcement ramps up

New Home Office data shows that Right to Rent fines have surged to more than £4.2 million since late 2024.

Right to rent fines soar as enforcement ramps up

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New Home Office data shows that Right to Rent fines have surged to more than £4.2 million since late 2024.

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Right to rent fines soar as enforcement ramps up

Right to rent fines soar as enforcement ramps up

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New Home Office data shows that Right to Rent fines have surged to more than £4.2 million since late 2024.

Contested licensing scheme is up and running

Landlords renting out homes in parts of Scunthorpe now need a selective licence.

Contested licensing scheme is up and running

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Landlords renting out homes in parts of Scunthorpe now need a selective licence.

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Contested licensing scheme is up and running

Contested licensing scheme is up and running

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Landlords renting out homes in parts of Scunthorpe now need a selective licence.

Potential tax shift could benefit retiree landlords

A National Insurance grab could create renewed investment from older landlords and reshape the BTL market.

Potential tax shift could benefit retiree landlords

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A National Insurance grab could create renewed investment from older landlords and reshape the BTL market.

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Potential tax shift could benefit retiree landlords

Potential tax shift could benefit retiree landlords

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A National Insurance grab could create renewed investment from older landlords and reshape the BTL market.

Eviction fears lead renters to Google damp problems

Renters are most likely to turn to social media to solve issues caused by mould as they are unsure about their legal rights.

Eviction fears lead renters to Google damp problems

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Renters are most likely to turn to social media to solve issues caused by mould as they are unsure about their legal rights.

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Eviction fears lead renters to Google damp problems

Eviction fears lead renters to Google damp problems

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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 arrears: the reality for landlords behind the LHA crisis

Universal Credit changes and LHA freeze leave landlords facing longer arrears, slower recovery, and greater financial risk.

Universal Credit arrears: the reality for landlords behind the LHA crisis

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Universal Credit changes and LHA freeze leave landlords facing longer arrears, slower recovery, and greater financial risk.

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Universal Credit arrears: the reality for landlords behind the LHA crisis

Universal Credit arrears: the reality for landlords behind the LHA crisis

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Universal Credit changes and LHA freeze leave landlords facing longer arrears, slower recovery, and greater financial risk.

Student payments could fall foul of new rental laws

Student rental arrears could climb when the Renters’ Rights Bill is introduced, a letting expert has warned.

Student payments could fall foul of new rental laws

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Student rental arrears could climb when the Renters’ Rights Bill is introduced, a letting expert has warned.

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Student payments could fall foul of new rental laws

Student payments could fall foul of new rental laws

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Student rental arrears could climb when the Renters’ Rights Bill is introduced, a letting expert has warned.

Big council reveals plans for bigger, more expensive licensing scheme

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

Big council reveals plans for bigger, more expensive licensing scheme

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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

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Big council reveals plans for bigger, more expensive licensing scheme

Big council reveals plans for bigger, more expensive licensing scheme

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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

Calls to overhaul delay-ridden County Courts rejected

The government has dismissed MPs’ calls to conduct a comprehensive review of the “dysfunctional” County Courts.

Calls to overhaul delay-ridden County Courts rejected

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The government has dismissed MPs’ calls to conduct a comprehensive review of the “dysfunctional” County Courts.

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Calls to overhaul delay-ridden County Courts rejected

Calls to overhaul delay-ridden County Courts rejected

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The government has dismissed MPs’ calls to conduct a comprehensive review of the “dysfunctional” County Courts.

COMMENT: Return of the accidental landlord

With experienced landlords leaving in their droves, we now see an influx of accidental landlords

COMMENT: Return of the accidental landlord

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With experienced landlords leaving in their droves, we now see an influx of accidental landlords

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COMMENT: Return of the accidental landlord

COMMENT: Return of the accidental landlord

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With experienced landlords leaving in their droves, we now see an influx of accidental landlords

Labour leadership candidate has bad landlords in her sights

Labour deputy leader hopeful Lucy Powell has praised the government for taking on landlords' "vested interests".

Labour leadership candidate has bad landlords in her sights

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Labour deputy leader hopeful Lucy Powell has praised the government for taking on landlords' "vested interests".

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Labour leadership candidate has bad landlords in her sights

Labour leadership candidate has bad landlords in her sights

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Labour deputy leader hopeful Lucy Powell has praised the government for taking on landlords' "vested interests".

EXPERT: Missed chances will lead to weaker legislation

A leading letting agent has expressed disappointment over Labour’s unwillingness to listen to concerns about the Renters’ Rights Bill.

EXPERT: Missed chances will lead to weaker legislation

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A leading letting agent has expressed disappointment over Labour’s unwillingness to listen to concerns about the Renters’ Rights Bill.

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EXPERT: Missed chances will lead to weaker legislation

EXPERT: Missed chances will lead to weaker legislation

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A leading letting agent has expressed disappointment over Labour’s unwillingness to listen to concerns about the Renters’ Rights Bill.

Official data reveals landlord exodus continuing as budget looms

Housing ministry data shows 'landlord selling up' remains a key reason why tenants have to move out and seek help from their council.

Official data reveals landlord exodus continuing as budget looms

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Housing ministry data shows 'landlord selling up' remains a key reason why tenants have to move out and seek help from their council.

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Official data reveals landlord exodus continuing as budget looms

Official data reveals landlord exodus continuing as budget looms

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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 deals: The devil is always in the detail

Asylum leasing offers landlords guaranteed rent, but risks, strict contracts, and ethical issues mean due diligence is essential.

Asylum leasing deals: The devil is always in the detail

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Asylum leasing offers landlords guaranteed rent, but risks, strict contracts, and ethical issues mean due diligence is essential.

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Asylum leasing deals: The devil is always in the detail

Asylum leasing deals: The devil is always in the detail

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Asylum leasing offers landlords guaranteed rent, but risks, strict contracts, and ethical issues mean due diligence is essential.

Landlord Exodus: talks to “Abolish landlords” sparks mass Sell-Off

Green Party's anti-landlord stance sparks sell-off as landlords fear policy impact - exit firms report surge in portfolio sales.

Landlord Exodus: talks to “Abolish landlords” sparks mass Sell-Off

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Green Party's anti-landlord stance sparks sell-off as landlords fear policy impact - exit firms report surge in portfolio sales.

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Landlord Exodus: talks to “Abolish landlords” sparks mass Sell-Off

Landlord Exodus: talks to “Abolish landlords” sparks mass Sell-Off

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Green Party's anti-landlord stance sparks sell-off as landlords fear policy impact - exit firms report surge in portfolio sales.

Renters' Rights Bill gets final Commons date

MPs will have their last chance to study the Renters’ Rights Bill when it goes back to the House of Commons next week.

Renters' Rights Bill gets final Commons date

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MPs will have their last chance to study the Renters’ Rights Bill when it goes back to the House of Commons next week.

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Renters' Rights Bill gets final Commons date

Renters' Rights Bill gets final Commons date

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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 broader tax rises ahead of Budget as NI levy on rental profits stays in play

Reeves signals possible tax hikes ahead of Nov Budget, with NI on rental profits still under review amid fiscal tightening.

Reeves signals broader tax rises ahead of Budget as NI levy on rental profits stays in play

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Reeves signals possible tax hikes ahead of Nov Budget, with NI on rental profits still under review amid fiscal tightening.

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Reeves signals broader tax rises ahead of Budget as NI levy on rental profits stays in play

Reeves signals broader tax rises ahead of Budget as NI levy on rental profits stays in play

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Reeves signals possible tax hikes ahead of Nov Budget, with NI on rental profits still under review amid fiscal tightening.

Tenant group credits campaign for bill amendment wins

Generation Rent has taken the credit for keeping ‘pro landlord’ amendments out of the Renters’ Rights Bill.

Tenant group credits campaign for bill amendment wins

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Generation Rent has taken the credit for keeping ‘pro landlord’ amendments out of the Renters’ Rights Bill.

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Tenant group credits campaign for bill amendment wins

Tenant group credits campaign for bill amendment wins

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Generation Rent has taken the credit for keeping ‘pro landlord’ amendments out of the Renters’ Rights Bill.

Northern city gives big selective licensing scheme the go-ahead

More landlords in Leeds will need to apply for a licence when the council launches an extended scheme next February.

Northern city gives big selective licensing scheme the go-ahead

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More landlords in Leeds will need to apply for a licence when the council launches an extended scheme next February.

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Northern city gives big selective licensing scheme the go-ahead

Northern city gives big selective licensing scheme the go-ahead

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More landlords in Leeds will need to apply for a licence when the council launches an extended scheme next February.

Over 80 per cent of commercial buildings could be unlettable

Commercial landlords are facing a nightmare situation; a race to upgrade their energy efficiency standards, many with an uncertain outcome

Over 80 per cent of commercial buildings could be unlettable

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Commercial landlords are facing a nightmare situation; a race to upgrade their energy efficiency standards, many with an uncertain outcome

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Over 80 per cent of commercial buildings could be unlettable

Over 80 per cent of commercial buildings could be unlettable

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Commercial landlords are facing a nightmare situation; a race to upgrade their energy efficiency standards, many with an uncertain outcome

Saying landlords under-taxed 'complete nonsense' says economist

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.

Saying landlords under-taxed 'complete nonsense' says economist

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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.

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Saying landlords under-taxed 'complete nonsense' says economist

Saying landlords under-taxed 'complete nonsense' says economist

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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.

Landlords urged to supervise big insulation projects

An energy efficiency expert has warned landlords to “do it right or don’t bother” when it comes to insulating their properties.

Landlords urged to supervise big insulation projects

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An energy efficiency expert has warned landlords to “do it right or don’t bother” when it comes to insulating their properties.

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Landlords urged to supervise big insulation projects

Landlords urged to supervise big insulation projects

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An energy efficiency expert has warned landlords to “do it right or don’t bother” when it comes to insulating their properties.

John Lewis gets green light for third build-to-rent site

The John Lewis Partnership is to start work on building 170 rental homes in Reading.

John Lewis gets green light for third build-to-rent site

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The John Lewis Partnership is to start work on building 170 rental homes in Reading.

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John Lewis gets green light for third build-to-rent site

John Lewis gets green light for third build-to-rent site

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The John Lewis Partnership is to start work on building 170 rental homes in Reading.

Sector-wide support grows for unfreezing benefits

Landlords, agents and charities have warned that inadequate Local Housing Allowance rates are pushing renters to the cliff edge.

Sector-wide support grows for unfreezing benefits

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Landlords, agents and charities have warned that inadequate Local Housing Allowance rates are pushing renters to the cliff edge.

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Sector-wide support grows for unfreezing benefits

Sector-wide support grows for unfreezing benefits

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Landlords, agents and charities have warned that inadequate Local Housing Allowance rates are pushing renters to the cliff edge.

Labour accused of 'waging war of revenge' against private landlords

Peer says during Lords debate that Renters' Rights Bill is not proportionate in its approach balancing tenant and landlord needs.

Labour accused of 'waging war of revenge' against private landlords

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Peer says during Lords debate that Renters' Rights Bill is not proportionate in its approach balancing tenant and landlord needs.

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Labour accused of 'waging war of revenge' against private landlords

Labour accused of 'waging war of revenge' against private landlords

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Peer says during Lords debate that Renters' Rights Bill is not proportionate in its approach balancing tenant and landlord needs.

Short-let landlords lured into full service as planning rules bite

A Scottish firm is hoping to convince landlords in the West Country to let it take the strain in the short-let market.

Short-let landlords lured into full service as planning rules bite

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A Scottish firm is hoping to convince landlords in the West Country to let it take the strain in the short-let market.

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Short-let landlords lured into full service as planning rules bite

Short-let landlords lured into full service as planning rules bite

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A Scottish firm is hoping to convince landlords in the West Country to let it take the strain in the short-let market.

Exposed: how councils are quietly issuing no-fault evictions

Councils issuing no-fault evictions via legal workarounds, despite pledges to abolish Section 21.

Exposed: how councils are quietly issuing no-fault evictions

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Councils issuing no-fault evictions via legal workarounds, despite pledges to abolish Section 21.

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Exposed: how councils are quietly issuing no-fault evictions

Exposed: how councils are quietly issuing no-fault evictions

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Councils issuing no-fault evictions via legal workarounds, despite pledges to abolish Section 21.

Home-wrecking landlord handed £53K bill

A landlord who destroyed his tenant’s home following an illegal eviction has been ordered to pay her £53,000 in damages.

Home-wrecking landlord handed £53K bill

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A landlord who destroyed his tenant’s home following an illegal eviction has been ordered to pay her £53,000 in damages.

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Home-wrecking landlord handed £53K bill

Home-wrecking landlord handed £53K bill

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A landlord who destroyed his tenant’s home following an illegal eviction has been ordered to pay her £53,000 in damages.

Insulation scheme failings leave thousands with botched homes

A staggering 98% of homes with external wall insulation installed under the ECO scheme need work to correct major issues.

Insulation scheme failings leave thousands with botched homes

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A staggering 98% of homes with external wall insulation installed under the ECO scheme need work to correct major issues.

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Insulation scheme failings leave thousands with botched homes

Insulation scheme failings leave thousands with botched homes

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A staggering 98% of homes with external wall insulation installed under the ECO scheme need work to correct major issues.

Big council hits landlords hard with fines totalling £180,000

Hounslow says it is on the hunt for rogue and non-compliant landlords and agents within its borders.

Big council hits landlords hard with fines totalling £180,000

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Hounslow says it is on the hunt for rogue and non-compliant landlords and agents within its borders.

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Big council hits landlords hard with fines totalling £180,000

Big council hits landlords hard with fines totalling £180,000

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Hounslow says it is on the hunt for rogue and non-compliant landlords and agents within its borders.

Key battlegrounds drawn ahead of bill debate

Peers are hoping they can convince the government to reconsider key changes to the Renters’ Rights Bill around possession grounds.

Key battlegrounds drawn ahead of bill debate

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Peers are hoping they can convince the government to reconsider key changes to the Renters’ Rights Bill around possession grounds.

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Key battlegrounds drawn ahead of bill debate

Key battlegrounds drawn ahead of bill debate

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Peers are hoping they can convince the government to reconsider key changes to the Renters’ Rights Bill around possession grounds.

Major changes to tax and tenancy rules loom for landlords

Landlords face a tough 2025: tax hikes, digital reporting & the Renters' Rights Bill demand smart planning to protect income & stay compliant.

Major changes to tax and tenancy rules loom for landlords

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Landlords face a tough 2025: tax hikes, digital reporting & the Renters' Rights Bill demand smart planning to protect income & stay compliant.

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Major changes to tax and tenancy rules loom for landlords

Major changes to tax and tenancy rules loom for landlords

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Landlords face a tough 2025: tax hikes, digital reporting & the Renters' Rights Bill demand smart planning to protect income & stay compliant.

Council officers appeal for more cash to enforce bill

The PRS should fund local authority regulation, says the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

Council officers appeal for more cash to enforce bill

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The PRS should fund local authority regulation, says the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

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Council officers appeal for more cash to enforce bill

Council officers appeal for more cash to enforce bill

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The PRS should fund local authority regulation, says the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health.

Young professional landlords defy odds to drive investment

Millennial landlords account for a record 50% of shareholders in new buy-to-let limited companies set up this year.

Young professional landlords defy odds to drive investment

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Millennial landlords account for a record 50% of shareholders in new buy-to-let limited companies set up this year.

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Young professional landlords defy odds to drive investment

Young professional landlords defy odds to drive investment

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Millennial landlords account for a record 50% of shareholders in new buy-to-let limited companies set up this year.

Thousands of landlords at risk because of under-insurance

Cost of premium is always front of mind when landlords take out insurance, but under-insuring can be a very costly mistake

Thousands of landlords at risk because of under-insurance

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Cost of premium is always front of mind when landlords take out insurance, but under-insuring can be a very costly mistake

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Thousands of landlords at risk because of under-insurance

Thousands of landlords at risk because of under-insurance

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Cost of premium is always front of mind when landlords take out insurance, but under-insuring can be a very costly mistake

'Get inside the front door' to maintain standards, landlords urged

Properties that let the sector down are in the minority, a regulation expert will tell the upcoming NRLA conference.

'Get inside the front door' to maintain standards, landlords urged

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Properties that let the sector down are in the minority, a regulation expert will tell the upcoming NRLA conference.

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'Get inside the front door' to maintain standards, landlords urged

'Get inside the front door' to maintain standards, landlords urged

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Properties that let the sector down are in the minority, a regulation expert will tell the upcoming NRLA conference.

Hard-pressed tenants paying less of annual pay on rent

Renters in London and the South East now need to spend less of their pay on rent, according to Propertymark.

Hard-pressed tenants paying less of annual pay on rent

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Renters in London and the South East now need to spend less of their pay on rent, according to Propertymark.

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Hard-pressed tenants paying less of annual pay on rent

Hard-pressed tenants paying less of annual pay on rent

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Renters in London and the South East now need to spend less of their pay on rent, according to Propertymark.

Poor HMO standards fuelled by tenant ignorance and fear

Tenants who are afraid to blow the whistle on bad practice are inadvertently contributing to poor HMOs.

Poor HMO standards fuelled by tenant ignorance and fear

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Tenants who are afraid to blow the whistle on bad practice are inadvertently contributing to poor HMOs.

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Poor HMO standards fuelled by tenant ignorance and fear

Poor HMO standards fuelled by tenant ignorance and fear

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Tenants who are afraid to blow the whistle on bad practice are inadvertently contributing to poor HMOs.

Tory MP’s links to HMO developer raise concerns for Landlords

MP's £2k HMO-linked hospitality sparks debate on PRS ethics. Landlords face rising scrutiny, compliance pressure, and policy shifts.

Tory MP’s links to HMO developer raise concerns for Landlords

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MP's £2k HMO-linked hospitality sparks debate on PRS ethics. Landlords face rising scrutiny, compliance pressure, and policy shifts.

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Tory MP’s links to HMO developer raise concerns for Landlords

Tory MP’s links to HMO developer raise concerns for Landlords

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MP's £2k HMO-linked hospitality sparks debate on PRS ethics. Landlords face rising scrutiny, compliance pressure, and policy shifts.

Rogue landlord guilty of illegal eviction

A landlord who illegally kicked out his tenant and took their belongings has been fined.

Rogue landlord guilty of illegal eviction

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A landlord who illegally kicked out his tenant and took their belongings has been fined.

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Rogue landlord guilty of illegal eviction

Rogue landlord guilty of illegal eviction

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A landlord who illegally kicked out his tenant and took their belongings has been fined.

Judge tells landlords to update tenancy deposit details

A court ruling has highlighted the importance of informing tenants when landlords move their deposit between schemes.

Judge tells landlords to update tenancy deposit details

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A court ruling has highlighted the importance of informing tenants when landlords move their deposit between schemes.

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Judge tells landlords to update tenancy deposit details

Judge tells landlords to update tenancy deposit details

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A court ruling has highlighted the importance of informing tenants when landlords move their deposit between schemes.

Landlords warned 'be vigilant' as fraudsters target private rental sector

Landlords and letting agents are being warned by official bodies to be vigilant against payment diversion fraud within the private rented sector.

Landlords warned 'be vigilant' as fraudsters target private rental sector

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Landlords and letting agents are being warned by official bodies to be vigilant against payment diversion fraud within the private rented sector.

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Landlords warned 'be vigilant' as fraudsters target private rental sector

Landlords warned 'be vigilant' as fraudsters target private rental sector

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Landlords and letting agents are being warned by official bodies to be vigilant against payment diversion fraud within the private rented sector.

The impact of good landlords exiting the rental sector

Good landlords are leaving the PRS - rising costs, regulation, and tax changes are driving out the best in the sector.

The impact of good landlords exiting the rental sector

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Good landlords are leaving the PRS - rising costs, regulation, and tax changes are driving out the best in the sector.

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The impact of good landlords exiting the rental sector

The impact of good landlords exiting the rental sector

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Good landlords are leaving the PRS - rising costs, regulation, and tax changes are driving out the best in the sector.

Number of landlords letting homes continues to tumble

Letting agents report that landlord instructions have fallen to their lowest level since May 2020.

Number of landlords letting homes continues to tumble

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Letting agents report that landlord instructions have fallen to their lowest level since May 2020.

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Number of landlords letting homes continues to tumble

Number of landlords letting homes continues to tumble

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Letting agents report that landlord instructions have fallen to their lowest level since May 2020.

Landlord with 'personal vendetta' told to pay tenants £25K

A landlord who was criticised by a judge for his “appalling behaviour” must pay tenants a whopping £25,542.

Landlord with 'personal vendetta' told to pay tenants £25K

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A landlord who was criticised by a judge for his “appalling behaviour” must pay tenants a whopping £25,542.

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Landlord with 'personal vendetta' told to pay tenants £25K

Landlord with 'personal vendetta' told to pay tenants £25K

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A landlord who was criticised by a judge for his “appalling behaviour” must pay tenants a whopping £25,542.

Conservative to abolish stamp duty but not for landlords

A Conservative government would abolish stamp duty on primary residences but not for second home purchasers or landlords, leader Kemi Badenoch reveals

Conservative to abolish stamp duty but not for landlords

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A Conservative government would abolish stamp duty on primary residences but not for second home purchasers or landlords, leader Kemi Badenoch reveals

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Conservative to abolish stamp duty but not for landlords

Conservative to abolish stamp duty but not for landlords

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A Conservative government would abolish stamp duty on primary residences but not for second home purchasers or landlords, leader Kemi Badenoch reveals

WARNING: 'Don't tax small landlords out of existence'

A Tory activist says the PRS will shrink if the government presses on with “politically motivated tax raids”.

WARNING: 'Don't tax small landlords out of existence'

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A Tory activist says the PRS will shrink if the government presses on with “politically motivated tax raids”.

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WARNING: 'Don't tax small landlords out of existence'

WARNING: 'Don't tax small landlords out of existence'

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A Tory activist says the PRS will shrink if the government presses on with “politically motivated tax raids”.

Welsh property rental yields come out on top

Wales has cemented its position as the top yielding landlord location in the UK during the third quarter of the year.

Welsh property rental yields come out on top

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Wales has cemented its position as the top yielding landlord location in the UK during the third quarter of the year.

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Welsh property rental yields come out on top

Welsh property rental yields come out on top

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Wales has cemented its position as the top yielding landlord location in the UK during the third quarter of the year.

Managing rising costs: How landlords can protect their margins

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ADVICE: Can you accept a 17-year-old as a tenant?

What are the implications of renting to a 17 year old or someone who is under the age of 18?

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ADVICE: Can you accept a 17-year-old as a tenant?

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What are the implications of renting to a 17 year old or someone who is under the age of 18?

Oldham is latest council to restrict HMO growth

Oldham Council plans to introduce a borough-wide Article 4 Direction requiring landlords to get planning permission for HMOs.

Oldham is latest council to restrict HMO growth

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Oldham Council plans to introduce a borough-wide Article 4 Direction requiring landlords to get planning permission for HMOs.

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Oldham is latest council to restrict HMO growth

Oldham is latest council to restrict HMO growth

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Oldham Council plans to introduce a borough-wide Article 4 Direction requiring landlords to get planning permission for HMOs.

Landlords now face bills of up to £20,000 to evict tenants

Landlords now face an average cost of between £12,708 and £19,223 to evict a tenant and are waiting between six months and 12 months on average to get

Landlords now face bills of up to £20,000 to evict tenants

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Landlords now face an average cost of between £12,708 and £19,223 to evict a tenant and are waiting between six months and 12 months on average to get

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Landlords now face bills of up to £20,000 to evict tenants

Landlords now face bills of up to £20,000 to evict tenants

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Landlords now face an average cost of between £12,708 and £19,223 to evict a tenant and are waiting between six months and 12 months on average to get

Renters' Rights Bill hastening landlords' decision to sell up

A third of all landlords have sold up or actively tried to sell in the last 12 months, according to a shocking new report.

Renters' Rights Bill hastening landlords' decision to sell up

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A third of all landlords have sold up or actively tried to sell in the last 12 months, according to a shocking new report.

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Renters' Rights Bill hastening landlords' decision to sell up

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A third of all landlords have sold up or actively tried to sell in the last 12 months, according to a shocking new report.

Scottish tenants overwhelmed by complaints process

Private tenants in Scotland are struggling to resolve problems with rent increases, housing conditions, eviction and recovering deposits.

Scottish tenants overwhelmed by complaints process

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Private tenants in Scotland are struggling to resolve problems with rent increases, housing conditions, eviction and recovering deposits.

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Scottish tenants overwhelmed by complaints process

Scottish tenants overwhelmed by complaints process

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Private tenants in Scotland are struggling to resolve problems with rent increases, housing conditions, eviction and recovering deposits.

Green Party conference votes to force landlords out of private rented sector

The party in England and Wales has revealed its plans to force landlords out of the market via harsh new taxes and regulations.

Green Party conference votes to force landlords out of private rented sector

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The party in England and Wales has revealed its plans to force landlords out of the market via harsh new taxes and regulations.

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Green Party conference votes to force landlords out of private rented sector

Green Party conference votes to force landlords out of private rented sector

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The party in England and Wales has revealed its plans to force landlords out of the market via harsh new taxes and regulations.

Why older renters are increasingly central to the private rental sector

Older renters are rising fast - up 70% in 10 years. Here's what landlords need to know to stay ahead.

Why older renters are increasingly central to the private rental sector

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Older renters are rising fast - up 70% in 10 years. Here's what landlords need to know to stay ahead.

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Why older renters are increasingly central to the private rental sector

Why older renters are increasingly central to the private rental sector

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Older renters are rising fast - up 70% in 10 years. Here's what landlords need to know to stay ahead.

Peers ramp up efforts to approve pet deposits

Pet deposits look set to be the key battleground in the Renters’ Rights Bill as peers make another bid to include them.

Peers ramp up efforts to approve pet deposits

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Pet deposits look set to be the key battleground in the Renters’ Rights Bill as peers make another bid to include them.

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Peers ramp up efforts to approve pet deposits

Peers ramp up efforts to approve pet deposits

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Pet deposits look set to be the key battleground in the Renters’ Rights Bill as peers make another bid to include them.

Law firms brace for rise in mouldy home legal claims

Solicitors are increasing their spend on advertising to tenants concerned about damp and mould.

Law firms brace for rise in mouldy home legal claims

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Solicitors are increasing their spend on advertising to tenants concerned about damp and mould.

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Law firms brace for rise in mouldy home legal claims

Law firms brace for rise in mouldy home legal claims

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Solicitors are increasing their spend on advertising to tenants concerned about damp and mould.

Landlords caught in crossfire of Universal Credit rejections

Over-enthusiastic scrutiny of Universal Credit claims is putting tenants months into rent arrears and frustrating the landlords trying to help them.

Landlords caught in crossfire of Universal Credit rejections

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Over-enthusiastic scrutiny of Universal Credit claims is putting tenants months into rent arrears and frustrating the landlords trying to help them.

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Landlords caught in crossfire of Universal Credit rejections

Landlords caught in crossfire of Universal Credit rejections

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Over-enthusiastic scrutiny of Universal Credit claims is putting tenants months into rent arrears and frustrating the landlords trying to help them.

Minister reveals huge changes to property sales process

As landlords prepare to face huge changes to the private rental sector, the Government has announced a similar overhaul of the way homes are bought an

Minister reveals huge changes to property sales process

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As landlords prepare to face huge changes to the private rental sector, the Government has announced a similar overhaul of the way homes are bought an

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Minister reveals huge changes to property sales process

Minister reveals huge changes to property sales process

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As landlords prepare to face huge changes to the private rental sector, the Government has announced a similar overhaul of the way homes are bought an

One investor’s journey, from city flats to commercial conversions

This is an inspiring story that tracks a Leeds private investor's journey from city lets to commercial conversions

One investor’s journey, from city flats to commercial conversions

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This is an inspiring story that tracks a Leeds private investor's journey from city lets to commercial conversions

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One investor’s journey, from city flats to commercial conversions

One investor’s journey, from city flats to commercial conversions

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This is an inspiring story that tracks a Leeds private investor's journey from city lets to commercial conversions

Failing HMO lands Essex property firms with big fines

Southend-on-Sea City Council has fined two property firms a total of £21,000 for operating an unlicensed HMO.

Failing HMO lands Essex property firms with big fines

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Southend-on-Sea City Council has fined two property firms a total of £21,000 for operating an unlicensed HMO.

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Failing HMO lands Essex property firms with big fines

Failing HMO lands Essex property firms with big fines

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Southend-on-Sea City Council has fined two property firms a total of £21,000 for operating an unlicensed HMO.

How to turn non-profitable headache portfolios into high profit machines

Turn loss-making portfolios into high-profit machines by selling poor performers, releasing equity, and reinvesting for better returns.

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How to turn non-profitable headache portfolios into high profit machines

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A fair deal for landlords would mean a better deal for tenants

Some landlords face devastating issues, returning to find properties trashed, no enforcement, no recourse, and huge emotional cost.

A fair deal for landlords would mean a better deal for tenants

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Some landlords face devastating issues, returning to find properties trashed, no enforcement, no recourse, and huge emotional cost.

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A fair deal for landlords would mean a better deal for tenants

A fair deal for landlords would mean a better deal for tenants

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Some landlords face devastating issues, returning to find properties trashed, no enforcement, no recourse, and huge emotional cost.

City council reveals big expansion in landlord licensing

HMO landlords in Peterborough will have to apply for an additional licence once a new scheme launches in January.

City council reveals big expansion in landlord licensing

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HMO landlords in Peterborough will have to apply for an additional licence once a new scheme launches in January.

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City council reveals big expansion in landlord licensing

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HMO landlords in Peterborough will have to apply for an additional licence once a new scheme launches in January.

Call for low-cost landlord loans to boost EPC upgrades

The NRLA warns landlords could be forced to sell up without support to meet ambitious energy efficiency targets.

Call for low-cost landlord loans to boost EPC upgrades

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The NRLA warns landlords could be forced to sell up without support to meet ambitious energy efficiency targets.

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Call for low-cost landlord loans to boost EPC upgrades

Call for low-cost landlord loans to boost EPC upgrades

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The NRLA warns landlords could be forced to sell up without support to meet ambitious energy efficiency targets.

Landlords 'best at managing tenants' reveals poll

Landlords have claimed that their ‘personal’ touch is more popular among tenants than the service offered by letting agents and corporate ‘build to re

Landlords 'best at managing tenants' reveals poll

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Landlords have claimed that their ‘personal’ touch is more popular among tenants than the service offered by letting agents and corporate ‘build to re

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Landlords have claimed that their ‘personal’ touch is more popular among tenants than the service offered by letting agents and corporate ‘build to re

Reeves urged to end tax speculation or risk more landlords quitting

Buy-to-let landlords need clarity on tax in the Autumn Budget instead of confusing policy leaks, says financial expert.

Reeves urged to end tax speculation or risk more landlords quitting

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Buy-to-let landlords need clarity on tax in the Autumn Budget instead of confusing policy leaks, says financial expert.

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Reeves urged to end tax speculation or risk more landlords quitting

Reeves urged to end tax speculation or risk more landlords quitting

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Buy-to-let landlords need clarity on tax in the Autumn Budget instead of confusing policy leaks, says financial expert.

Most landlords catching out secret subletters

More than two-thirds (68%) of UK landlords have discovered their tenants renting out the property without permission.

Most landlords catching out secret subletters

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More than two-thirds (68%) of UK landlords have discovered their tenants renting out the property without permission.

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Most landlords catching out secret subletters

Most landlords catching out secret subletters

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More than two-thirds (68%) of UK landlords have discovered their tenants renting out the property without permission.

Landlords will quit if forced to fund energy efficiency work

A worrying 39% of landlords would rather sell than invest in required EPC upgrades, according to the latest poll.

Landlords will quit if forced to fund energy efficiency work

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A worrying 39% of landlords would rather sell than invest in required EPC upgrades, according to the latest poll.

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Landlords will quit if forced to fund energy efficiency work

Landlords will quit if forced to fund energy efficiency work

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A worrying 39% of landlords would rather sell than invest in required EPC upgrades, according to the latest poll.

What is a Section 25 Notice?

Section 25 and 26 notices for commercial tenancies under the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 may seem like tedious bureaucracy, but here's why they matter.

What is a Section 25 Notice?

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Section 25 and 26 notices for commercial tenancies under the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 may seem like tedious bureaucracy, but here's why they matter.

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What is a Section 25 Notice?

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Section 25 and 26 notices for commercial tenancies under the Landlord & Tenant Act 1954 may seem like tedious bureaucracy, but here's why they matter.

Tenant demand helps boost BTL rental yields

Rental yields across England and Wales edged up for the second quarter in a row, driven by sustained tenant demand.

Tenant demand helps boost BTL rental yields

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Rental yields across England and Wales edged up for the second quarter in a row, driven by sustained tenant demand.

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Tenant demand helps boost BTL rental yields

Tenant demand helps boost BTL rental yields

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Rental yields across England and Wales edged up for the second quarter in a row, driven by sustained tenant demand.

Outdoor advertising sold as solution to landlords' squeezed margins

Landlords are being encouraged to consider hosting a billboard as a way of creating a regular income stream.

Outdoor advertising sold as solution to landlords' squeezed margins

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Landlords are being encouraged to consider hosting a billboard as a way of creating a regular income stream.

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Outdoor advertising sold as solution to landlords' squeezed margins

Outdoor advertising sold as solution to landlords' squeezed margins

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Landlords are being encouraged to consider hosting a billboard as a way of creating a regular income stream.

Scotland approves housing reforms in bid to ease homelessness

The Scottish Government has passed the Housing (Scotland) Bill, paving the way for councils to cap rent increases.

Scotland approves housing reforms in bid to ease homelessness

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The Scottish Government has passed the Housing (Scotland) Bill, paving the way for councils to cap rent increases.

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Scotland approves housing reforms in bid to ease homelessness

Scotland approves housing reforms in bid to ease homelessness

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The Scottish Government has passed the Housing (Scotland) Bill, paving the way for councils to cap rent increases.

TV pair hand out DIY advice using AI to help tenants

Former children’s presenters Dick & Dom have launched a mini-series to coach renters through DIY fixes.

TV pair hand out DIY advice using AI to help tenants

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Former children’s presenters Dick & Dom have launched a mini-series to coach renters through DIY fixes.

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TV pair hand out DIY advice using AI to help tenants

TV pair hand out DIY advice using AI to help tenants

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Former children’s presenters Dick & Dom have launched a mini-series to coach renters through DIY fixes.

Landlords warned to watch for shorter notice periods under Bill

A ‘helpful’ clause around notice periods in the Renters’ Rights Bill could cause landlords confusion.

Landlords warned to watch for shorter notice periods under Bill

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A ‘helpful’ clause around notice periods in the Renters’ Rights Bill could cause landlords confusion.

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Landlords warned to watch for shorter notice periods under Bill

Landlords warned to watch for shorter notice periods under Bill

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A ‘helpful’ clause around notice periods in the Renters’ Rights Bill could cause landlords confusion.

Landlords urged to join fight against property title scams

Landlords have been encouraged to join the Property Alert Service to ensure they don’t fall prey to fraudsters.

Landlords urged to join fight against property title scams

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Landlords have been encouraged to join the Property Alert Service to ensure they don’t fall prey to fraudsters.

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Landlords urged to join fight against property title scams

Landlords urged to join fight against property title scams

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Landlords have been encouraged to join the Property Alert Service to ensure they don’t fall prey to fraudsters.

Build-to-rent 'vital' for country's housebuilding mission

The 1.5 million new homes target can’t be achieved without BTR playing a key part, says a property expert.

Build-to-rent 'vital' for country's housebuilding mission

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The 1.5 million new homes target can’t be achieved without BTR playing a key part, says a property expert.

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Build-to-rent 'vital' for country's housebuilding mission

Build-to-rent 'vital' for country's housebuilding mission

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The 1.5 million new homes target can’t be achieved without BTR playing a key part, says a property expert.

Licensing error lands stressed landlord £17K fine

An HMO landlord has failed to quash a £17,000 fine for failing to license and repair his property.

Licensing error lands stressed landlord £17K fine

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An HMO landlord has failed to quash a £17,000 fine for failing to license and repair his property.

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Licensing error lands stressed landlord £17K fine

Licensing error lands stressed landlord £17K fine

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An HMO landlord has failed to quash a £17,000 fine for failing to license and repair his property.

COMMENT: Inflation, rents and the rent-control trap

Affordability for some UK tenants is stretched to the limit, but is rent control the answer?

COMMENT: Inflation, rents and the rent-control trap

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Affordability for some UK tenants is stretched to the limit, but is rent control the answer?

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COMMENT: Inflation, rents and the rent-control trap

COMMENT: Inflation, rents and the rent-control trap

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Affordability for some UK tenants is stretched to the limit, but is rent control the answer?

London rents fall as landlords face pressure ahead of Renters’ Rights Bill

London rents fall as supply rises and demand cools ahead of the Renters’ Rights Bill. Landlords urged to reassess rent strategies and prepare for new

London rents fall as landlords face pressure ahead of Renters’ Rights Bill

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London rents fall as supply rises and demand cools ahead of the Renters’ Rights Bill. Landlords urged to reassess rent strategies and prepare for new

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London rents fall as landlords face pressure ahead of Renters’ Rights Bill

London rents fall as landlords face pressure ahead of Renters’ Rights Bill

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London rents fall as supply rises and demand cools ahead of the Renters’ Rights Bill. Landlords urged to reassess rent strategies and prepare for new

Urgent tax reform needed to avert Welsh rental shortage

Propertymark has urged the Welsh Government to take urgent action to encourage investment in the PRS.

Urgent tax reform needed to avert Welsh rental shortage

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Propertymark has urged the Welsh Government to take urgent action to encourage investment in the PRS.

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Urgent tax reform needed to avert Welsh rental shortage

Urgent tax reform needed to avert Welsh rental shortage

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Propertymark has urged the Welsh Government to take urgent action to encourage investment in the PRS.

Rigid EPC timescales in Scotland risk shrinking PRS

Scotland’s housing crisis will worsen unless the Government gives private landlords more time to upgrade their properties.

Rigid EPC timescales in Scotland risk shrinking PRS

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Scotland’s housing crisis will worsen unless the Government gives private landlords more time to upgrade their properties.

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Rigid EPC timescales in Scotland risk shrinking PRS

Rigid EPC timescales in Scotland risk shrinking PRS

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Scotland’s housing crisis will worsen unless the Government gives private landlords more time to upgrade their properties.

City on track to license smaller HMOs in new year

Peterborough is set to introduce an additional licensing scheme despite opposition from landlords.

City on track to license smaller HMOs in new year

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Peterborough is set to introduce an additional licensing scheme despite opposition from landlords.

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City on track to license smaller HMOs in new year

City on track to license smaller HMOs in new year

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Peterborough is set to introduce an additional licensing scheme despite opposition from landlords.

More older tenants choose a return on deposit cash

Older tenants are increasingly choosing alternative deposit products, in line with growth in 55+ households in the PRS.

More older tenants choose a return on deposit cash

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Older tenants are increasingly choosing alternative deposit products, in line with growth in 55+ households in the PRS.

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More older tenants choose a return on deposit cash

More older tenants choose a return on deposit cash

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Older tenants are increasingly choosing alternative deposit products, in line with growth in 55+ households in the PRS.

Landlords paying more after admitting tax slip-ups

Voluntary tax disclosures from landlords who have underpaid netted HMRC an extra £107 million last year.

Landlords paying more after admitting tax slip-ups

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Voluntary tax disclosures from landlords who have underpaid netted HMRC an extra £107 million last year.

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Landlords paying more after admitting tax slip-ups

Landlords paying more after admitting tax slip-ups

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Voluntary tax disclosures from landlords who have underpaid netted HMRC an extra £107 million last year.

Mail received for previous tenants

What should landlords and tenants do when mail arrives addressed to previous tenants?

Mail received for previous tenants

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Education needed as deposit protection at five-year low

A new poll has revealed a decline in deposit protection compliance and significant inconsistencies in landlord behaviour.

Education needed as deposit protection at five-year low

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A new poll has revealed a decline in deposit protection compliance and significant inconsistencies in landlord behaviour.

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Education needed as deposit protection at five-year low

Education needed as deposit protection at five-year low

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A new poll has revealed a decline in deposit protection compliance and significant inconsistencies in landlord behaviour.

Student housing in Scotland to dodge rent controls

Student housing won’t be covered by rent controls in the Housing (Scotland) Bill after a parliamentary vote.

Student housing in Scotland to dodge rent controls

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Student housing won’t be covered by rent controls in the Housing (Scotland) Bill after a parliamentary vote.

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Student housing in Scotland to dodge rent controls

Student housing in Scotland to dodge rent controls

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Student housing won’t be covered by rent controls in the Housing (Scotland) Bill after a parliamentary vote.

Big rise in landlord buy-to-let borrowing for improvements

Private landlords have borrowed millions more to improve their properties this year, according to new data.

Big rise in landlord buy-to-let borrowing for improvements

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Private landlords have borrowed millions more to improve their properties this year, according to new data.

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Big rise in landlord buy-to-let borrowing for improvements

Big rise in landlord buy-to-let borrowing for improvements

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Private landlords have borrowed millions more to improve their properties this year, according to new data.

Green light for yet another North West licensing scheme

Salford has approved a selective licensing scheme for parts of Broughton, Kersal, and Broughton Park.

Green light for yet another North West licensing scheme

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Salford has approved a selective licensing scheme for parts of Broughton, Kersal, and Broughton Park.

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Green light for yet another North West licensing scheme

Green light for yet another North West licensing scheme

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Salford has approved a selective licensing scheme for parts of Broughton, Kersal, and Broughton Park.

Confident landlords gamble on rates taking a dip

A growing number of landlords are showing more interest in two-year fixes and tracker options when remortgaging.

Confident landlords gamble on rates taking a dip

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A growing number of landlords are showing more interest in two-year fixes and tracker options when remortgaging.

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Confident landlords gamble on rates taking a dip

Confident landlords gamble on rates taking a dip

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A growing number of landlords are showing more interest in two-year fixes and tracker options when remortgaging.

AI tool helps landlords make sound and speedy investments

A new AI tool combines financial modelling and local market intelligence to give BTL landlords a smarter way to invest.

AI tool helps landlords make sound and speedy investments

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A new AI tool combines financial modelling and local market intelligence to give BTL landlords a smarter way to invest.

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AI tool helps landlords make sound and speedy investments

AI tool helps landlords make sound and speedy investments

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A new AI tool combines financial modelling and local market intelligence to give BTL landlords a smarter way to invest.

Commercial landlords funded to help revive town centres

Broxtowe Council has become the first local authority in England to formally serve a High Street Rental Auction notice.

Commercial landlords funded to help revive town centres

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Broxtowe Council has become the first local authority in England to formally serve a High Street Rental Auction notice.

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Commercial landlords funded to help revive town centres

Commercial landlords funded to help revive town centres

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Broxtowe Council has become the first local authority in England to formally serve a High Street Rental Auction notice.

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REPORT: Thinktank says landlords should pay MORE tax to balance inequality

REPORT: Thinktank says landlords should pay MORE tax to balance inequality

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Landlords should pay more tax to balance inequalities within the tax system, according to the Resolution Foundation. The think-tanks new report points out that while the top tax rate for employees stands at 53.4% including employer NICs, only 28% is paid on property gains. </

Landlords '� can you continue to let your buildings?

Landlords '� can you continue to let your buildings?

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Are you confident your buildings will meet the coming changes to energy performance rules? Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) legislation has been in statute since 2008. Since then there has been a progression of increasingly stringent regulations to cajole property owners to

EXPERT: Landlords buying via personal mortgages facing more 'stress testing'

EXPERT: Landlords buying via personal mortgages facing more 'stress testing'

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Landlords buying properties via personal buy-to-let mortgages are facing greater stress testing of their affordability as economic jitters unsettle lenders, it has been revealed. Financial expert Louisa Sedgwick (main picture) from broker ht

BREAKING: Lisa Nandy confirms Labour has U-turned on rent controls

BREAKING: Lisa Nandy confirms Labour has U-turned on rent controls

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Despite previously saying it would consider rent controls, Labours shadow housing minister Lisa Nandy has now confirmed that the party now opposes them, it has been reported. Speaking at the Chartered Institute of Housings conference today, Nandy told delegates that the po

WARNING: Landlords who evict illegally to face DOUBLE whammy under reforms

WARNING: Landlords who evict illegally to face DOUBLE whammy under reforms

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Illegal evictions and harassment are set to become more expensive for landlords who get caught, as councils will be able to fine them up to �30,000 as an alternative to prosecution under the Renters Reform Bill. Lawyer Sam Kharabanda Groom (main picture) at https://cor

PICTURES: Landlords gather to help raise �15,000 for food bank charity

PICTURES: Landlords gather to help raise �15,000 for food bank charity

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Leading figures from the private rented sector including dozens of landlords gathered last week to raise over �15,000 for a food bank charity. <figure id="" class="w-richtext-figure-type- " data-rt-type="" data-rt-align=""><div><img src="https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/63bef2f3c329eff8e

New evictions law will be toothless without funding, warn councils

New evictions law will be toothless without funding, warn councils

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Councils could struggle to enforce new eviction laws under the Renters Reform Bill, according to the Local Government Association. It has warned that authorities will need more staff and funding because every council in England already has a shortage of environmental health offi

Leash-hold issues? Unusual landlords' association launches

Leash-hold issues? Unusual landlords' association launches

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Landlords who rent properties to vets are being encouraged to join a new group so they can discuss problems, exchange information and learn about what it means to be a professional landlord. The Veterinary Landlords Association (VLA) which has yet to es

Rogue tenants should be named and shamed on a national register, says lawyer

Rogue tenants should be named and shamed on a national register, says lawyer

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A petition has been launched calling on the Government to establish a national register of rogue tenants to help landlords and agents spot troublemakers before they move into properties. The petition has been launched by property lawyer Nyree Applegarth (m

HMO group wins gong for changing official tax policy

HMO group wins gong for changing official tax policy

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HMO Reform Group won a Lifetime Achievement Award at this year’s annual HMO Awards for its campaigning work to change the law on council tax being imposed on individual HMO rooms.

Next Government 'must fund better enforcement of rogue landlords'

Next Government 'must fund better enforcement of rogue landlords'

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Rogue landlords continue to give the sector a bad name because many councils enforce private rented sector standards weakly or not at all, a new report reveals.

Labour to help thousands of tenants get on the property ladder

Labour to help thousands of tenants get on the property ladder

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Labour has revealed an uncosted plan to help 80,000 young renters get onto the property ladder, assuming his party gains power atthe General Election.

WARNING: 'Bashing landlords will make PRS as bad as social homes'

WARNING: 'Bashing landlords will make PRS as bad as social homes'

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Standards in the PRS will soon fall to those in the social sector if regulation and licensing continues to push smaller landlords out, a leading letting agent and landlord has warned.

Landlords must update their home address or face fines, says judge

Landlords must update their home address or face fines, says judge

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Landlords need to update their home address with their local council’s property licensing department or risk a penalty, an appeal judge has ruled.

Landlords take council to High Court over 'rapacious' licensing fee

Landlords take council to High Court over 'rapacious' licensing fee

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Disgruntled landlords have started legal action against Middlesbrough Council in a bid to squash its upcoming selective licensing scheme.

If you’re thinking of selling, here’s how to get the highest price for your properties this year

If you’re thinking of selling, here’s how to get the highest price for your properties this year

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We’ve all seen the headlines, from mixed-message articles to advice from experts and landlords, but if now REALLY is the best time to sell, how can we ensure we’re getting the highest amount in the fastest time?

Letting agents flag huge worries over landlords leaving market

Letting agents flag huge worries over landlords leaving market

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Letting agents are concerned that increasing numbers of landlords are exiting the market.

London rental market cools down but will rest of UK follow?

London rental market cools down but will rest of UK follow?

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The capital’s rental market continues to show signs of slowing down, with prices rising by just 1% year-on-year in May while the number of viewing request per property has dropped too.

Controversial landlord calls on Reform to back landlords with tax breaks

Controversial landlord calls on Reform to back landlords with tax breaks

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Fergus Wilson has questioned whether new Reform UK leader Nigel Farage would restore Landlord Tax to the previous headline rate and put Capital Gains Tax down to a flat 10% for all landlords - the level of tax paid if held in a company.

Generation Rent says private rented homes must be 'nationalised'

Generation Rent says private rented homes must be 'nationalised'

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Generation Rent has called for private rented homes to be brought into public or tenant ownership in its list of demands for the next government.

Build-to-rent giants hoover up 1000s of homes in southern England

Build-to-rent giants hoover up 1000s of homes in southern England

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The rise of ‘built-to-rent’ homes as a major competitor for tenants with private landlords took a leap forward this week after two US firms revealed they had bought 1,750 homes off a UK builder that will now be rented out rather than sold.

Court refuses to alter terms of a commercial lease on renewal

Court refuses to alter terms of a commercial lease on renewal

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When the terms of a commercial renewal lease cannot be varied in the agreed between the parties, according to the provisions of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954

CLADDING: Leaseholders still facing mortgage problems despite official promise

CLADDING: Leaseholders still facing mortgage problems despite official promise

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Nearly a quarter of mortgages on mid-rise flats required an ESW1 form this year, despite government promises that leaseholders in these blocks affected by the cladding scandal would no longer need one when selling or remortgaging.

Labour to re-start renting reforms abandoned by Tories, predicts NRLA

Labour to re-start renting reforms abandoned by Tories, predicts NRLA

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Labour is likely to reintroduce the Renters (Reform) Bill in a similar form if it wins the election and has already confirmed its view that the court process needs speeding up.

'Landlords part of solution to housing crisis, not the problem'

'Landlords part of solution to housing crisis, not the problem'

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Any new government must continue to encourage private landlords if it is to effectively tackle the housing crisis, according to property lawyer David Smith.

'Outdated and inaccurate' EPCs need reform say experts

'Outdated and inaccurate' EPCs need reform say experts

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Calls are growing for a thorough overhaul of the EPC regime amid claims that the information in many could be inaccurate and misleading.

Tenants continue to stay longer in homes, new research reveals

Tenants continue to stay longer in homes, new research reveals

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Private tenants are still renting their homes for longer than they did a decade ago, according to analysis by Zero Deposit.

Landlord fined £500 after sending housing minister racist emails

Landlord fined £500 after sending housing minister racist emails

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A landlord who sent offensive emails to MSP Patrick Harvie (main image) about his anti-landlord policies has been convicted of behaving in a threatening or abusive manner.

Landlord to pay £25,000 fine over new windows and messy bins

Landlord to pay £25,000 fine over new windows and messy bins

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A rogue landlord who ignored multiple planning enforcement notices has been ordered to pay more than £25,000.

Tougher HMO restrictions begin in East of England

Tougher HMO restrictions begin in East of England

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Landlords in Ipswich face restrictions on converting properties into HMOs after the council voted to introduce an Article 4 direction.

Uncertainty surrounds the abolition of furnished holiday let tax relief

Uncertainty surrounds the abolition of furnished holiday let tax relief

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Landlords who operate furnished holiday lets (FHL) have been anxiously awaiting further guidance on the proposals put out in the March Spring Budget

Police swoop during dawn raid on 'slavery' HMO

Police swoop during dawn raid on 'slavery' HMO

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A dawn police raid on an overcrowded Coventry HMO has prompted an investigation into potential slavery and immigration issues.

More woes for City-backed landlord that houses homeless

More woes for City-backed landlord that houses homeless

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Home REIT - a City-backed investment trust providing affordable homes for homeless people and prison leavers – has taken back 600 properties from a charity landlord.

Leading landlord warns over property portal proposals

Leading landlord warns over property portal proposals

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One of the key provisions of the Renters (Reform) Bill was the provision of a portal to register all landlords. In effect a licencing system for every landlord in England and Wales and something Labour has said it would like to resurrect if it wins the General Election.