Income tax set to rise to up to 47% in 2027: Here’s how to take action before the end of the year
Income Tax Set to Rise to Up to 47% in 2027: What UK Landlords Need to Know UK landlords face a significant change in income tax rates on property income from April 2027, with rates rising to 22% for the basic rate, 42% for the higher rate, and 47% for the additional rate. This increase, […]
Landlords face fines of £3,000 to £35,000 under new government guidance
Landlords face fines ranging from £3,000 to £35,000 under new government civil penalty guidance The UK government has introduced new civil penalty tables under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, imposing fines from £3,000 up to £35,000 for various breaches. This represents a significant shift in enforcement, with penalties now comparable to those in corporate regulation […]
Scottish Conservatives condemn government over homelessness failures
Scottish Conservatives Criticise Government’s Handling of Homelessness Crisis The Scottish Conservatives have criticised the Scottish government’s approach to addressing homelessness, highlighting ongoing challenges that affect thousands of households, including many children living in temporary accommodation. This issue is particularly relevant for landlords and letting agents as it intersects with housing availability, rent controls, and the […]
Buy to let and commercial lenders offer new rates and products as one exits
Buy to Let and Commercial Lenders Introduce New Rates and Products as Kent Reliance Withdraws Buy to let and commercial lenders are adjusting their offerings with new rates, products, and strategic changes that impact landlords and investors across the UK. Notably, Kent Reliance for Intermediaries is exiting new lending, while other lenders such as Paragon […]
Government defends ban on rent in advance in Renters’ Rights Act
Government defends ban on rent in advance in Renters’ Rights Act The UK government has responded to concerns that banning rent in advance under the Renters’ Rights Act could exclude tenants from the rental market. It maintains that prohibiting large upfront rent payments is intended to protect tenants from financial barriers and unfair competition, though […]
Tenancy pre 2007 not put into a deposit scheme?
Tenancy Deposits and Protection Requirements for Pre-2007 Agreements Understanding the rules around tenancy deposit protection is essential for landlords, especially when dealing with agreements that commenced before the introduction of mandatory deposit schemes in 2007. This article examines a case involving a tenancy that began in 2006, highlighting the implications for landlords who did not […]
Agents urged to take the lead over tougher landlord EPC rules
Agents urged to take the lead over tougher landlord EPC rules Letting agents and mortgage brokers are being encouraged to take a proactive role in helping landlords meet upcoming, stricter Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements. With over half of privately rented sector (PRS) properties currently below EPC band C, industry experts highlight the need for […]
The inventory handover failure that lost a landlord’s deposit claim
The inventory handover failure that lost a landlord’s deposit claim Properly executed inventories are essential for protecting landlords’ deposit claims, but this case demonstrates how a simple oversight can undermine even the most thorough preparations. A landlord who arranged a professional inventory at the start of a tenancy failed to provide the tenants with a […]
Renters’ Rights Act could shut students out of university education
Renters’ Rights Act May Restrict Student Access to University Housing The Renters’ Rights Act, coming into effect on 1 May 2026, is expected to create significant challenges for landlords of student accommodation and could restrict students’ ability to secure housing in time for the academic year. This legislation introduces longer notice periods and possession restrictions […]
Deposit disputes remain rare despite rising rents – TDS
Deposit Disputes Remain Rare Despite Rising Rents, Says TDS Formal disputes over tenancy deposits continue to affect only a small fraction of the private rented sector, despite rising rents and deposit values, according to the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) Group. Their latest Statistical Briefing 2025 reveals that just 1% of protected deposits in England and […]
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