The UK tax system is undergoing one of its biggest changes in decades, with Making Tax Digital (MTD) transforming how landlords report income to HM Revenue & Customs. If you own rental property, this isn’t something to ignore—MTD will fundamentally change how and when you report your rental income. Here’s…
Read MoreRecent headlines have caused uncertainty across the rental sector, with speculation that the UK Government may introduce rent controls or even a temporary rent freeze. However, the position has now been clarified. The Housing Minister has confirmed that the Government is not currently considering rent controls, providing some reassurance for…
Read MoreWe would like to inform you of an important requirement under the Renters’ Rights Act, following the publication of the official Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026 by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG). This document explains to tenants how their tenancy will be affected by the…
Read MoreThe UK’s private rented sector is undergoing a significant shift, with new research revealing that nearly £48 billion has been wiped from the value of rental property as landlords leave the market. According to analysis by property consultancy Savills, the private rented sector experienced its largest decline this century during…
Read MoreLandlords looking to refinance or secure new buy-to-let mortgages may face fewer options and rising borrowing costs following recent global market volatility linked to the conflict involving Iran. Mortgage Product Choice Falls New figures from Moneyfacts show that the number of available buy-to-let mortgage deals has dropped significantly in early…
Read MoreThe UK rental market entered the end of 2025 with a noticeable shift in direction: while rents continued to rise on an annual basis, the pace of growth has slowed considerably, and competition between tenants eased compared with the fevered activity seen during the pandemic years. Rents: Growth Continues, But…
Read MoreThe UK Government has confirmed long-awaited changes to the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) regime as part of its broader new Warm Homes Plan aimed at improving energy efficiency, cutting household bills and tackling fuel poverty. Under the announcement, EPCs are set to be reformed with a new approach to measuring…
Read MoreHere’s the latest on the Renters’ Rights Bill, a landmark reform making its way through the UK Parliament to overhaul the private rental sector in England: What’s in the Bill? 1. Abolition of “no-fault” evictions (Section 21) 2. Shift to open-ended (periodic) tenancies 3. One annual rent increase via Section 13,…
Read MoreThe recent Budget has had a notable impact on the housing market, particularly for landlords and potential homebuyers. Here are some key changes and their effects: In summary, the Budget introduced cost increases for buy-to-let investors without providing substantial reliefs for buyers, potentially leading to increased rent prices, limited supply…
Read MoreThe recent survey conducted by Rightmove among over 1,600 active landlords highlights the key concerns and priorities of landlords in the current market. Here are the top three things that landlords want from a letting agent based on the survey: 1. Guidance on Legislation and Reassurance on Compliance 2. Making…
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