As the House of Lords prepares to examine the Renters’ Rights Bill today (22 April), property experts are sounding the alarm over its potential to harm the tenants it aims to protect. The legislation, entering its committee stage for detailed scrutiny, promises sweeping reforms but could inadvertently drive-up rents and shrink the availability of affordable […]

As a landlord I can’t really excuse the fact that I didn’t protect the tenants until four years too late, there were reasons at the start of said tenancy that distracted me and I only realised now having needing to serve a S21 to get out of the market before the new RRB. It’s now […]

Hi, I’ve recently evicted a tenant using the S21 route (the real reason is due to rent arrears). On the eviction day the Court Officers verbally told the tenant that he has 7 days to remove any items he left in the property and he needs to arrange a collection date with me. I also […]

My rental flat recently suffered significant water damage due to a leak from the flat above. My main contact at the letting agency (with whom I have a Total Management arrangement) offered to handle a claim through the building’s block management insurance on my behalf. I agreed, but tried several times to get a full […]

I have a block of 6 flats in a Victorian property in a conservation area and all of the tenants are on Universal Credit + some PIP payments. The majority of the tenants have been with me for 10 years plus and do not want the hassle and upheaval of internal insulation. The rent charge […]

Families could face a 100-year wait for social housing in London, new research warns. Data from the National Housing Federation reveals that in Westminster, some families are facing waits of up to 107 years for a three-bedroom social home. Housing charity Shelter is urging the government to tackle the crisis by committing to build 90,000 […]

A Justice Minister has admitted the “courts are not where they need to be” just months before the Renters’ Rights Bill could become law. Under the Renters’ Rights Bill, the abolition of Section 21, will force landlords to use Section 8 notices to regain possession of their properties, which will require a court ruling unless […]

Property investors in Manchester are reaping the highest rental yields in England and Wales with average annual returns of 6.35%, research reveals. According to an analysis of government data by Cohab, the North West hub benefits from a vibrant student community and an influx of young professionals drawn to its thriving job market and cultural […]

The cost of renting and purchasing a home have reached parity across Great Britain to meet with historical trends, research reveals. Hamptons says that with mortgage rates hovering around 5%, the average monthly mortgage payment for a first-time buyer with a 10% deposit stands at £1,328. That’s marginally below the average rent of £1,356. Historically, […]

Renters in England are preparing to assert themselves more forcefully against landlords and letting agents when their rents are increased, a survey reveals. The Generation Rent findings from a survey of nearly 1,000 tenants, show that the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill will embolden renters. It says that 68% of respondents expressed a greater willingness to […]

While others panic-sell, savvy property investors are positioning themselves for a historic money-making opportunity. It’s an alarming truth, but it’s one we simply can’t ignore: 380,000 landlords have fled the market since 2016. The private rental sector is shrinking at a staggering rate, with news this week reporting an unbelievable 258,000 properties lost from the […]

The private rented sector (PRS) is teetering on the edge of a cliff, and the government seems determined to give it a final shove. Though everyone is distracted by the Renters’ Rights Bill, with its headline-grabbing ban on Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions, one tenant activist group highlights the real danger to the sector – the […]

Hi folks, Any help with this situation would be greatly appreciated! With the long-term tenant now gone, I’ve decided to sell this very well-looked after, well maintained garden flat. It’s in South Gloucestershire, recently claimed to be in the top ten fastest-selling destinations of England. I need to get my skates on to understand the […]

The Mortgage Works has unveiled reductions in interest rates across its buy to let mortgage portfolio, alongside a fresh range of cashback incentives tailored for limited company landlords. These changes aim to improve affordability and appeal to property investors navigating the BTL sector. The lender has trimmed rates on selected two- and five-year fixed-rate mortgages, […]

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) claims more landlords are worried about changes to energy-efficiency rules than the Renters’ Rights Bill. Research by the NRLA shows that landlords are concerned about proposed targets requiring all private rented properties to meet EPC rating C by 2030 and by 2028 for new tenancies. The NRLA warns that […]

In my last article, I spoke about unlocking commercial property opportunities through a SSAS pension.   Great news! I am hosting a free live masterclass with seasoned commercial property investor and consultant Kirsty Darkins, where we will be sharing how to source and fund high-yield commercial opportunities.   Whether you’re a budding property enthusiast preparing to make […]

Nearly half of tenants in Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are prepared to pay up to 10% extra in rent to live with housemates who share their interests and lifestyles. The findings from COHO, an HMO management platform, show that shared houses remain a popular choice. It says that with average monthly rents climbing by […]

London’s lettings sector is flourishing as spring approaches, with a 14% boost in new rental properties listed in March compared to February, Foxtons’ latest data shows. It says this marks the biggest monthly increase in 2025 as the average weekly rent in the capital reached £565 in March. That’s up 2% from the previous year, […]

The UK’s housing market is navigating turbulent waters as the Renters’ Rights Bill is already sparking unease among landlords, with many contemplating selling up, one index reveals. According to Home.co.uk’s latest Asking Price Index, the national average asking rent has dipped by 0.7% annually, a stark decline when adjusted for inflation. This downturn, driven by […]

One of Britain’s largest housing associations has come under fire for failing to tackle damp and mould, as more than 95% of residents report visible mould in one of its London homes. Peabody, which manages the Nags Head Estate in East London, claims it has already spent over £1 million on improvements and is committing […]

Thousands of UK property owners — from landlords and entrepreneurs to families managing estates — transfer the beneficial interest in their properties each year without changing the legal title. These transactions are frequently executed for practical, lawful reasons: estate planning, tax efficiency, business restructuring, succession arrangements, or joint ownership clarifications. Crucially, these transfers often occur without notifying the […]