Landlord Law Newsround #432
The government has recently allocated significant funding to local councils in preparation for the Renters’ Rights Act, which comes into effect on 1 May 2026. This move aims to bolster enforcement capabilities and support tenants facing eviction, while property experts and councils offer guidance to landlords navigating new regulations. Government Funding Boosts Council Enforcement In […]
Drafting a new Renters’ Rights Act Tenancy Agreement – Series Overview
The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 marks a significant shift in landlord and tenant law, prompting a comprehensive revision of tenancy agreements. The new Landlord Law Renters’ Rights Act compliant tenancy agreement has been developed to align with these changes, ensuring landlords and agents are equipped to meet the updated legal requirements. Significance […]
Welsh Green Party proposes rent controls and financial penalties for landlords
The Welsh Green Party has unveiled a housing manifesto ahead of the Senedd elections on 7 May, proposing significant reforms aimed at improving tenant protections and addressing housing affordability in Wales. Central to their plans are rent controls, the abolition of no-fault evictions, and financial penalties for landlords who breach rent caps. Addressing unaffordable rents […]
University students could quit tenancies early under Renters’ Rights Act
The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act in England is set to allow university students to end their tenancies early with just two months’ notice, potentially reshaping the student rental market. While this change offers greater flexibility for students, it also raises concerns among landlords and industry experts about financial impacts and housing availability. Early […]
BTL mortgage rate rises not the main driver of rising rents
Recent analysis from the TDS Charitable Foundation challenges the common perception that rising buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage rates are the primary cause of increasing rents. Despite mortgage rates climbing notably over the past year, landlords cite other factors as more influential in rent adjustments. Mortgage Rate Increases and Their Impact Data from Moneyfacts reveals that average […]
Longer notice periods could push landlords to sell up in Northern Ireland
The Northern Ireland government’s proposal to extend tenant notice periods could prompt landlords to exit the rental market, according to warnings from Propertymark. The suggested reforms would see notice to quit periods increase significantly, raising concerns about landlords’ ability to regain possession and the potential impact on the sector. Proposed changes to notice periods The […]
Councils get £41m to enforce Renters’ Rights Act
The UK government has allocated £41 million to councils in England to support enforcement of the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Act, which comes into effect on 1 May. This funding forms part of a broader £60 million package aimed at equipping local authorities with the resources needed to uphold new tenant protections and tackle rogue landlords. […]
Property118 highlights HMRC manual SDLTM07700 in ongoing FTT debate
Recent discussions surrounding the First-tier Tribunal (FTT) case of Property118 versus HMRC have brought renewed attention to the timing of tax consequences in property transactions. A common misconception is that tax liabilities only arise once legal ownership has formally transferred. However, HMRC’s own guidance clarifies that tax events may be recognised earlier, reflecting the economic […]
Your rent review clause is void. Here is the only legal way to increase rent in England now
From 1st May 2026, landlords in England can no longer rely on contractual rent review clauses to increase rent. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 has rendered these clauses void, making the statutory Section 13 process the sole legal method for rent increases on private residential tenancies. Contractual Rent Review Clauses Are Now Void Many landlords […]
Government claims strong Renters’ Rights Act awareness
The UK government asserts that its communication campaign has successfully raised awareness among landlords about the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Act, which is set to come into force on 1 May 2026. However, recent survey data suggests that many landlords remain unprepared and lack confidence in understanding the new legislation’s implications. Government highlights strong engagement with […]
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