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PRS crisis deepens as landlords plan exit and rents surge

The deepening crisis in the UK’s private rented sector has been laid bare with a survey revealing that landlord confidence has taken a knock with 67% believing the PRS has worsened.
The survey by Total Property highlights that nearly half (49%) o…

Why Smart Investors Choose Commercial Property in 2025

Residential or commercial property — what’s the smarter investment in 2025? In this video, we break down the top 5 reasons why switching to commercial property is the game-changing move property investors need to consider. From navigating new legislati…

Renters’ Rights Bill passes second reading in the Lords

The Renters’ Rights Bill has passed its second reading in the House of Lords and will now go to the Committee stage.
A total of 44 members of the House of Lords spoke at the second reading of the Bill.

Tenant denying she’s moved out?

Hello, I served a Section 21 last month and heard nothing from the tenant until today. She says she’s staying until the eviction process ends, even though she’s behind on rent.
However, she has already moved out and is living elsewhere!

Give small landlords a break?

Hello, I rent out one property, and a significant number of other landlords do the same. The rental from this property is my only income since I am retired.
It was an investment, but it also provided a home for somebody else which is more than you can …

Tax breaks urged for landlords to tackle EPC upgrades

Landlords should receive tax incentives for energy-efficient property upgrades which help reduce renters’ ‘crippling’ utility expenses, Tory MPs have urged.
MailOnline reports that Labour has been told by MPs in the Conservative Envir…

Two lenders cut buy to let mortgage rates

Two leading lenders have announced reductions in their buy to let mortgage rates, offering competitive financing options.
The first is Accord Mortgages which has dropped rates across its BTL product range.
Two- and three-year fixed rates up to 80% loan…

Landlord exodus threatens the UK’s PRS – survey

A looming crisis will hit the UK’s private rented sector as two-thirds (67%) of landlords say they will either leave, reduce their portfolio size or switch to short lets this year.
The research conducted by SpareRoom reveals that just 4.5% of landlords…

Rent caps and housing tribunals demanded to protect tenants on LHA

Up to one million children in the PRS could face poverty by 2026 because of a rent shortfall due to frozen Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates, a report highlights.
The study from the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) blames the combined impa…

Critic says tenants paying off a landlord’s mortgage ‘can’t be right’

John Bird, the founder and editor-in-chief of the Big Issue, has criticised tenant-landlord dynamics and highlights the urgent need for more public housing.
In an article for the magazine, he writes: “All I know is that we have to end the vulnera…

UK Economy Flatlines: What Property Investors Must Know

Are you ready to navigate the 2025 property market and thrive in challenging times? In this video, Ranjan Bhattacharya covers the critical insights every UK property investor needs to stay ahead. With the economy facing stagnant growth, rising taxes, a…

Lords urged to revise Renters’ Rights Bill amid rental home supply fears

The Renters’ Rights Bill faces its second reading in the House of Lords today (Tuesday 4 February), with calls for revisions to address potential negative impacts on the private rented sector.
Those concerns come from Propertymark which fears tha…

Landlords unaware of upcoming EPC changes

A surprising 42% of landlords are unaware of the impending requirement for a minimum EPC rating of C for private rented properties, a survey reveals.
Research conducted by epIMS, highlights the lack of awareness of the need to meet Energy Performance C…

Rents and voids rise as advertised prices fall short

Rents climbed 4.6% in January compared to last year, reaching an average of £1,207 per property, according to the Goodlord Rental Index.
This jump from £1,154 in January 2024 signifies an acceleration in annual rent rises.

Cannabis farm in my rental property?

Hi everyone, I’ve recently found out one of my tenants has a cannabis farm in my rental property.
I’ve informed the police who have investigated and are due to attend.
The tenant has not really lived in the property.

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