Tag: airbnb

Do I need the freeholder’s permission before renting on Airbnb?

Author: Readers Question

4th November 2026, 1 week ago | 8

Hello, I own a flat in a popular tourist area. My tenant has given notice to leave in two months....

Councils to use Airbnb data to catch illegal social housing sublets

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

10th July 2026, 4 months ago | 2

The government has announced a crackdown on social housing fraud, with offenders facing fines and up to two years in...

The Tenant Who Tried to List the Flat on Airbnb

Author: Mark Alexander - Founder of Property118

2nd September 2025, 1 year ago | 2

One landlord thought their new tenancy was running smoothly until a neighbour spotted strangers with suitcases arriving every few days....

Short let comfort but management company pain?

Author: Readers Question

14th January 2025, 2 years ago | 6

Hi all, I’m seeking advice on an issue regarding my short-let/Airbnb property. Last month, I listed my purpose-built flat as...

Council tenant pleads guilty to subletting home on Airbnb

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

27th August 2024, 2 years ago | 3

A council flat tenant has admitted to unlawfully subletting his home by advertising the property for rent on Airbnb. Reza...

Boost Your Cashflow: Serviced Accommodation and Short-Term Lets Explained!

Author: Ranjan Bhattacharya

11th July 2024, 2 years ago | 0

In this episode, Ranjan Bhattacharya explores an exciting opportunity for property investors: generating higher cashflow with serviced accommodation and short-term...

Gove unveils new rules to curb short-term lets

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

19th February 2024, 3 years ago | 39

The government has announced new rules to restrict short-term lets and give local communities more control over housing. The changes,...

Airbnb survey sparks legal warning for UK tenants and landlords

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th November 2023, 3 years ago | 12

A survey by Airbnb, the online platform for short-term rentals, has revealed that most UK renters want to sub-let rooms...

Notice to Quit?

Author: Readers Question

26th October 2023, 3 years ago | 9

Hello, on the advice of an eviction specialist I have issued my “tenant ” with a notice to quit. She...

Problem with AST when it’s an Airbnb?

Author: Readers Question

11th September 2023, 3 years ago | 17

Hi, I wrongly used an AST in an agreement to allow someone to use my property as an Airbnb. She...

Letting flats on airbnb has triggered the council with threats!

Author: Readers Question

1st August 2023, 3 years ago | 15

Hello, having just returned from a relaxing holiday, I came home to open the post and find a filthy letter...

Are subletting tenants destroying the PRS?

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

27th July 2023, 3 years ago | 2

Short-term letting has become extremely popular in recent years but whilst it may be one of the fastest-growing accommodation channels...

Daily Telegraph wants to speak to people renting out holiday lets

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th June 2023, 3 years ago | 0

Are you a landlord who is renting out a holiday let? Then, Alexa Phillips the personal finance reporter for the...

Airbnb hosts face major HMRC tax crackdown

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th June 2023, 3 years ago | 3

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has launched an investigation into the tax affairs of Airbnb hosts, covering six years’ worth...

Short-term room rentals and damage deposits?

Author: Readers Question

12th May 2023, 4 years ago | 2

Hello, I run a company that specialises in Airbnb holiday lets and short-term room rentals. Last year a lady contacted...

Airbnb scam alert? A landlord’s tale of deceit, tenant troubles and growing costs

Author: Readers Question

2nd May 2023, 4 years ago | 10

Hello, I am writing to report a situation regarding the leasing of my flat in South West London. I enlisted the...