Hi, I bought a share of a freehold flat, there are two flats, and my co-freeholder lives downstairs. We both bought the flats at the same time but they moved in two months before us. Our lease states the following about pets: *No birds, dogs or other animals which may cause annoyance to any owner […]

Just when landlords thought it could not get any worse, it seems it has! It’s all over the news that Labour is planning to deliver the final hammer-blow to landlords. There is some uncertainty to what it actually means in practice until the details are written down but could the proposed hardship test mean even […]

A landlord is blaming selective licensing and universal credit errors as a “recipe for disaster” that are causing tenants to become homeless. According to government data, landlords asking tenants to move out is the leading cause of homelessness in Nottinghamshire. Mick Roberts, one of Nottingham’s largest landlords for housing benefit tenants over the past 27 […]

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) is warning the Labour government that a third of private landlords could sell up if rent controls are imposed on the private rented sector (PRS). It points to a study it carried out which found that in the second quarter of the year, 82% of landlords in England and […]

Hi, I was left a property around 3 years ago with a sitting tenant which I self manage. In the 15 years the tenant has lived there, he has barely complained and always paid his rent on time. In return, he has been left well alone and his rent is below the market value. Unfortunately, […]

There are 129 locations where rent prices have climbed while house prices stagnated or declined, creating exceptional property investment opportunities, research reveals. These emerging hotspots are scattered across the country, with notable examples including Brent, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Westminster in London. There are also good performance levels in Salford and Burnley in the North […]

Hi, I am intending to rent out two rooms in my residential home with access to the lounge, kitchen, diner and bathrooms. Rent will include all utilities, council tax etc. I am not there the bulk of the time as I’m out and about in my RV, but will retain my own bedroom and it […]

Renters’ confidence drops as many struggle to afford their energy bills, according to a new study. A survey by NatWest reveals that 18% of renters feel “much less confident” about affording their current energy bills. Labour has demanded all landlords must meet EPC C targets by 2030. Landlords raising rents According to the survey, 18% […]

Brighton and Hove Council has been blasted for “serious failures” by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH). According to an RSH report, the council requires “significant improvement” after failing to provide evidence that it complied with smoke alarm requirements and electrical safety regulations. The report also reveals a backlog of repairs with some dating back […]

Rumours of a capital gains tax hike could take a toll on landlords and tenants. In an interview on Bloomberg TV, Chancellor Rachel Reeves refused to rule out an increase in capital gains tax in the October budget. This uncertainty is already affecting the property market, with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) reporting […]

Achieving financial freedom through buy-to-let property investment has completely transformed my life, providing security and opportunities I never imagined. It has allowed me to spend more time with family and pursue my passions, and I’m here to help you do the same. Hi, I’m Dan Coachafer. For over 20 years, I’ve been investing in buy-to-let […]

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has questioned reports suggesting the Labour government is set to introduce French-style hardship tests for landlord possession proceedings. Senior campaigns and public affairs officer, Eleanor Bateman, has expressed concern over recent press speculation that the proposed Renters’ Rights Bill will include such measures. While acknowledging the potential impact of […]

In this episode of Property Breaking News, Ranjan Bhattacharya and Andrew Roberts unveil their bold manifesto to build 1.5 million homes in the next 5 years. With the UK facing a critical housing shortage, they explore the strategies, policies, and innovations necessary to achieve this ambitious goal. From land acquisition and planning reforms to sustainable […]

What makes a case complex compared to simple? Let’s start off by explaining what a simple case looks like: An employed person, who has been working at the same place and in the same role for around 2 years. Buying in a location near to them, no change in commuting costs and no change in […]

Landlords are reaping the rewards of a booming rental market with record-high yields and robust tenant demand, but the spectre of rent controls is casting a shadow over the sector, a survey reveals. Average rental yields have soared to a 10-year peak of 6.3%, providing a lucrative environment for property investors. That’s according to the […]

Hi, I’ve recently inherited a property from my mother with a tenant in situ. My first question is: Does the contract he signed with my mother (a 30 day rolling) still stand? I’ve read through it and it’s not very clear or robust. Depending on the first answer what are my rights. I’m going to […]

Rents across Great Britain continued their upward trajectory in July, with the North of England outpacing the capital by a significant margin, Hamptons reveals. Its data shows that the average rent for a newly let home jumped 5.7% year-on-year to £1,354. While this pace of growth has steadied, the picture outside London is very different. […]

Hi, I am in a very worrying situation. The tenant has always been difficult to deal with as he demanded to remove the furniture from the apartment in a very rude text message which made me feel uncomfortable. I shared the text messages with the letting agent who does not manage the property but manages […]

Landlords face an uphill battle to meet the Labour government’s 2030 target of all privately rented homes achieving an EPC rating of A-C, research reveals. The data from Hamptons shows that if energy efficiency improvements continue at the current rate, it will take until 2042 for all rented homes to reach the desired standard – […]

Hi, I own (through my limited company) a 1st and second floor 3 bedroom flat which is a rental property in a Victorian house which is share of freehold. I own 2/3 of the freehold and the owner occupier who lives on the ground floor downstairs owns 1/3 of the share of freehold. Traditionally, I […]

Hi, my property has been let for the last 3 years to a couple of otherwise very good tenants, on a fixed-term contract. I offered them another year’s fixed term but they didn’t get back to me (first red flag) and they’ve now contacted me saying that they’re giving their notice to move out on […]