You searched for - Page 28 of 84

Landlord Insurance Blog featured image showing a house, shield, umbrella, policy document, tick and pound coins on a teal background.

Landlord Liability Insurance – What Every Landlord Should Know

13th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

When landlords think of insurance, they often focus on buildings and contents. Yet liability insurance can be even more important....

Pile of British pound notes with the word “FINED” symbolising landlord penalties in Hounslow.

Council claims landlord civil penalties are not effective

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

12th January 2026, 8 months ago | 10

A council has claimed civil penalties are not enough to tackle ‘rogue’ landlords as it issues its first banning order....

Commercial Finance Blog featured image showing buildings, factory, handshake, loan document, calculator, pound sign and growth bars on a teal background.

Broker Insights – How NACFB Members Solve the Problems That Banks Won’t Touch

Author: Mark Alexander

11th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

High street banks prefer straightforward lending – single buy to let properties, long leases, and simple borrower profiles. But the...

Checklist being ticked in red next to Renters’ Rights Act text, symbolising new compliance requirements for letting agents

Renters’ Rights Act warning as agents urged to prepare now

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th January 2026, 8 months ago | 1

With the first element of the Renters’ Rights Act already in force, a senior property sector figure is warning letting...

New mortgage rate changes symbolised by house cutout, percentage sign and scissors

Fleet refreshes BTL range with cashback remortgages and rate cuts

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

9th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

Fleet Mortgages has rolled out a fresh set of remortgage deals offering cashback, while also cutting rates across much of...

Council tax and TV licence bills with calculator, cash and smartphone on a table, illustrating tenant payment responsibilities

Government updates Tenant Fees Act for landlords

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th January 2026, 8 months ago | 6

The government has quietly updated its official guidance on what landlords and letting agents can charge during a tenancy, adding...

Scissors cutting a “Mortgage Rates” sign, symbolising buy to let lenders reducing rates and competing for landlords

BTL lenders cut rates, widen lending criteria and lift LTV limits

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

Specialist buy to let lenders have rolled out a fresh round of product changes, cutting pricing, widening criteria and lifting...

House with falling red price graph and pound symbol, showing UK property market decline.

House prices dipped in December as annual growth slows – Halifax

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

UK house prices fell for a second consecutive month in December, delivering a softer end to the year for the...

Landlord calculating rental property running costs with calculator, coins, and house model

Landlords spend up to 45% of rental income on rising costs

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

7th January 2026, 8 months ago | 2

Non-HMO landlords are allocating around 25% of their gross rental income to their portfolio running expenses, with HMO operators reporting...

A Tale of Two Applications – Why One Got Rejected and the Other Approved

Author: Mark Alexander

7th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

On the surface, two landlords submitted similar applications for commercial finance. Yet one was rejected outright while the other sailed...

Chart showing variable rate mortgage tracking the UK base rate with house model, keys and cash on a desk

Paragon launches base rate tracker BTL deals as Aldermore cuts rates

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

6th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

Paragon has rolled out a new range of bank base rate tracker buy to let mortgages, pitching them as a...

Underinsurance and the Average Clause – Avoiding Reduced Payouts

Author: Mark Alexander

6th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

Underinsurance is one of the most expensive mistakes a landlord can make. If your sum insured is too low, insurers...

Online landlord licensing forms slammed as council advertises on the Tube

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th January 2026, 8 months ago | 8

A London council has been accused of poor timing and clumsy execution after landlord licensing adverts appeared across the Tube...

BTL Mortgage Blog featured image showing a house, key, calculator, percentage sign and pound coins on a teal background.

The Role of Mortgage Brokers in Securing Buy-To-Let Finance

Author: Mark Alexander

5th January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

In 2026, mortgage brokers play a more important role than ever in helping landlords navigate the complex buy-to-let market. With...

Promotional banner for the Virtual Property Exhibition 2026 featuring UK property experts

2026 Is a Turning Point for Property Investors

Author: Simon Zutshi

2nd January 2026, 8 months ago | 0

The UK property market is changing in ways that matter. Legislation is tightening, lending conditions are shifting, and the margin...

A businessman stamping papers, Selective licensing

Major expansion of London council’s selective licensing scheme

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

2nd January 2026, 8 months ago | 2

Another London council is preparing to roll out a major expansion of its landlord licensing scheme from March, even though...

Non-Disclosure and Misrepresentation – Why Insurers Decline Claims

Author: Mark Alexander

30th December 2025, 8 months ago | 0

One of the most frustrating experiences for landlords is having an insurance claim declined. In many cases, the reason is...

Illegal Activity by Tenants – Are You Covered?

Author: Mark Alexander

23rd December 2025, 8 months ago | 2

One of the worst-case scenarios for landlords is discovering that tenants have used a rental property for illegal activity. Cannabis...

Landlord refinancing with a safety fund lifebuoy, showing cash reserves protecting liquidity during rising interest rates

How to Protect Your Liquidity When Refinancing a Portfolio

Author: Mark Alexander

17th December 2025, 8 months ago | 0

Refinancing is a critical moment for landlords. It can unlock equity, improve terms, or restructure debt – but it can...

Selective landlord licensing sign warning of fines with London street and Big Ben in the background

London council widens its landlord licensing as inspections uncover safety issues

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

16th December 2025, 8 months ago | 12

A London council is to extend its two landlord licensing schemes with the threat of £30,000 fines for non-compliance. Wandsworth...

Chapter Three – From Landlord to Legacy Investor

Author: Mark Alexander

14th December 2025, 9 months ago | 0

The first time you drive past one of your old HMOs after handing it over to your children, it feels...

Cartoon illustration of a landlord at a desk with regulations and tax books, symbolizing property as a business, not passive income.

Landlord Lessons Finale: Property is a business, not passive income

Author: Mark Alexander

13th December 2025, 9 months ago | 0

Across this series, we have explored dozens of mistakes that landlords often make, from deposit protection errors to licensing oversights...

Air-to-air heat pump outside a home highlighting eligibility for new government grant

Government unveils new heat pump grants

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

12th December 2025, 9 months ago | 3

The government has announced the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) has been expanded to include air-to-air heat pumps and heat batteries....

Landlords face fines of £3,000 to £35,000 under new government guidance

Author: Mark Alexander

11th December 2025, 9 months ago | 54

The government has released new civil penalty tables under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, and the figures are outrageous. The...

Search Results