Selling a HMO property with tenant in arrears?
Selling an HMO with Tenants in Arrears: What UK Landlords Need to Know Summary: A landlord currently evicting a tenant from a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) faces uncertainty about the timeline and financial responsibilities involved, especially when the tenant is several months behind on rent. This situation highlights key concerns for UK landlords about […]
Tenants face stamp duty bills under periodic tenancies – Financial Times
Tenants Could Face Stamp Duty Charges on New Periodic Tenancies from May Summary: New rules replacing assured shorthold tenancies with periodic tenancies from May may expose tenants to stamp duty land tax (SDLT) liabilities once cumulative rent exceeds £125,000. While the government is aware of this anomaly and considering solutions, landlords and agents should be […]
Are big letting agents shielding themselves from legal challenge?
Big Letting Agents and Legal Challenges: Are Landlords Facing Barriers? Summary: Landlords are increasingly finding it difficult to obtain legal advice when raising complaints against large national letting agents. This is due to these agents using multiple solicitors, which may limit landlords’ access to specialist legal representation. The issue is becoming more pressing amid growing […]
Making Tax Digital for Landlords: Key Dates, Rules and How to Prepare
Making Tax Digital: What UK Landlords Need to Know Before 2026 Summary: The UK government is extending Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements to landlords, starting with those earning £50,000 or more from April 2026. Landlords will need to submit quarterly updates and an annual declaration using approved digital software, signalling a significant change to how […]
Buy to let lenders extend offers and cut rates across new products
Buy to Let Mortgage Offers Extended and Rates Reduced by Leading UK Lenders Summary: Several UK buy to let lenders have enhanced their mortgage offerings by extending offer validity periods and reducing interest rates on new products. These changes provide landlords with greater flexibility and improved cost options when financing new build and existing rental […]
Property tax hurdle still blocks first-time buyers
Property Tax Challenges Continue to Hinder First-Time Buyers Despite Market Improvements Summary: Modest house price growth and falling mortgage rates are helping to restore confidence among first-time buyers in the UK housing market. However, property tax thresholds that have not kept pace with rising prices and wages remain a significant barrier, limiting market mobility and […]
Government urged to provide clarity on digitised court system for landlords
Government Faces Calls for Clearer Plans on Digital Court System for Possession Claims Summary: The UK government has announced plans to digitise possession claims in county courts to improve efficiency as the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 comes into force. However, landlords and industry bodies are seeking greater clarity on how courts will be prepared for […]
High rents drive rise in older flatsharers
High Rents Fuel Growth in Older Flatshare Tenants in the UK Summary: Rising rental costs in the UK are driving a demographic shift in the flatshare market, with fewer under-25s and a growing number of older renters sharing accommodation. This trend has implications for landlords and letting agents as the profile of flatsharers evolves, reflecting […]
Damp and mould remain major issues in temporary accommodation
Damp and Mould Persist in UK Temporary Accommodation Despite New Regulations Summary: Recent data reveals that over half of temporary accommodation units in the UK show signs of damp and mould, with a third deemed unsuitable for tenants. Despite the introduction of Awaab’s Law to enforce swift repairs in social housing, local authorities continue to […]
Rumble with the Agents returns to London in 2026 in support of North London Hospice
Charity Boxing Event ‘Rumble with the Agents’ Set for London Return in 2026 Supporting North London Hospice Summary: The popular property industry charity boxing event, Rumble with the Agents, will take place in London on 11 June 2026, raising funds for North London Hospice. This event offers landlords and agents a unique opportunity to network […]
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