Why Property118 is NOT currently recommending s162 incorporation to landlords with mortgages
Property118 has announced that it is currently not recommending Section 162 incorporation to landlords who have mortgages on their properties. This cautious stance follows a lengthy legal challenge against HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and ongoing uncertainty surrounding the tax treatment of mortgage liabilities during business incorporation. Background to the HMRC Tribunal Challenge In February […]
Rent Days or Tenancy Periods? The Notice to Quit Dilemma
From 1 May 2026, the introduction of the Renters Rights Act 2025 will abolish fixed-term tenancies, allowing tenants to serve a Notice to Quit at any time, including from the very start of their tenancy. This change raises important questions about the validity and timing of such notices, particularly concerning when the notice period must […]
Wales holiday lets register and licensing law passed
New legislation has been passed in Wales introducing a national register and licensing system for holiday lets and other visitor accommodation. The Development of Tourism and Regulation of Visitor Accommodation (Wales) Bill aims to tighten regulation of short-term lets, requiring all providers to register and obtain a licence, with the regime expected to come into […]
Landlords exit as demand soars and supply tightens
Demand for rental properties continues to outpace supply across the UK, as landlords exit the market amid concerns over the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Act. A recent report from Propertymark highlights the growing imbalance between tenant demand and available properties, signalling ongoing challenges for both renters and letting agents in 2026. Landlords Leaving the Market Propertymark’s […]
Mayor of London urged to boost awareness of Renters’ Rights Act
The London Assembly Housing Committee has raised concerns over the low awareness of the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Act among London’s renters. With the Act set to come into force on 1 May 2026, the committee is urging the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, to intensify efforts to inform tenants about their new rights to ensure […]
Government publishes Renters’ Rights Act information sheet with £7,000 fine warning
The government has released an information sheet detailing the Renters’ Rights Act, emphasising that landlords must provide this document to tenants by 31 May 2026 or face fines of up to £7,000. The sheet outlines significant changes to tenancy arrangements, including the abolition of fixed-term tenancies and new rules on rent increases. Mandatory provision of […]
Landlord Law Newsround #428
Recent developments in the private rented sector highlight key issues for landlords, including tenant retention, enforcement challenges, and the introduction of a new registration database. These updates reflect ongoing changes in legislation and market conditions affecting landlords and tenants alike. Tenant-Landlord Relationship Crucial for Retention A recent survey by the Lettings and Residential Group (LRG) […]
Tenant Information Sheet 2026: What You Must Do and How to Prove Service
The government has published the mandatory Tenant Information Sheet that landlords must serve on all existing tenants by 31 May 2026. This new requirement is part of the Renters’ Rights Act and failure to comply could result in significant fines. Mandatory Tenant Information Sheet Now Available Landlords should now download the official Tenant Information Sheet […]
Government claims PRS Database will crack down on subletting
The UK government has announced that the forthcoming national Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database will play a key role in tackling illegal subletting within the private rental market. This new measure forms part of the wider Renters’ Rights Act and aims to increase transparency and enforcement capabilities for landlords, tenants, and local authorities alike. Introducing […]
London’s rented home supply falls to 2.9% of stock
London’s private rented sector is facing a significant squeeze as the supply of homes available to let falls to just 2.9% of the total stock. This tightening market presents considerable challenges for tenants and landlords alike, particularly with the Renters’ Rights Act on the horizon. Current supply levels across London Research conducted by Benham and […]
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