Government defends EPC standards claiming they help landlords and tenants
Government Affirms EPC C Targets as Balanced for Landlords and Tenants in England and Wales Summary: The UK government has defended its energy performance certificate (EPC) standards, asserting they strike a fair balance between the interests of landlords and tenants. With a 2030 deadline for private rented homes in England and Wales to meet EPC […]
Section 24 timeline of how the debate unfolded
Section 24: A Detailed Timeline of Tax Changes and Landlord Responses Summary: Since its announcement in 2015, Section 24 has significantly altered the tax treatment of finance costs for UK landlords, prompting widespread analysis and behavioural shifts within the private rented sector. This timeline outlines how the debate unfolded, highlighting early recognition of potential business […]
Evictions ‘surging’? The court data tells a very different story
Eviction Claims Decline in 2025 Despite Slight Rise in Repossessions Summary: Official court data for England and Wales reveals that possession claims, the initial stage of eviction proceedings, fell in 2025 compared to 2024. Although bailiff-enforced repossessions increased slightly in some quarters, this reflects the enforcement of older cases rather than a surge in new […]
Calls to streamline disabled facilities grant access for landlords
Streamlining Disabled Facilities Grant Access for Private Landlords Urged Summary: Propertymark has called for reforms to simplify access to Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) for private landlords, highlighting the need for increased awareness and funding parity with Wales. With demographic shifts increasing demand in the private rented sector, the organisation stresses the importance of supporting landlords […]
Rayner and Gove attack ‘vested interests’ over leasehold reform
Former Housing Ministers Criticise Opposition to Leasehold Reform Bill Summary: Two former UK housing secretaries, Angela Rayner and Lord Michael Gove, have criticised vested interests opposing the government’s Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. The bill aims to cap ground rents and reform leasehold arrangements, which has significant implications for landlords and leaseholders across the UK. […]
Limited company landlords hold three times more properties
Limited Company Landlords Manage Significantly Larger Portfolios Than Individuals Summary: Research from Pegasus Insight reveals that landlords operating through limited companies hold property portfolios more than three times the size of those owned personally. This growing structural divide in the private rented sector has important implications for financing, risk, and policy understanding. SEO Focus Keyword: […]
Property industry reaction to the Spring Statement 2026
Property Sector Responds to Spring Statement 2026 Amid Housing Supply Concerns Summary: The Chancellor’s Spring Statement 2026 has drawn criticism from property industry experts who warn that housing supply will continue to fall, making homeownership more challenging. Forecasts predict rising house prices and missed government housing targets, with calls for more ambitious investment to address […]
Peer questions impact of EPC exemptions
EPC Exemptions and Their Effect on Energy Efficiency in the UK Private Rented Sector Summary: A House of Lords peer has questioned the government on how exemptions to Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements may be hindering energy efficiency improvements in the private rented sector (PRS). This inquiry comes amid government plans mandating all PRS properties […]
Problem tenants can actually help you sell faster: how changing the narrative can get the highest prices for your properties
How Problem Tenants Can Accelerate Property Sales and Boost Prices for UK Landlords Summary: Contrary to common belief, difficult tenants do not necessarily hinder property sales. With the right approach, landlords can leverage tenant cooperation to sell properties faster and at higher prices, particularly in the North West of England where demand remains strong despite […]
Ombudsman calls for stronger apologies from social housing landlords
Ombudsman Urges Social Housing Landlords to Issue More Meaningful Apologies Summary: The Housing Ombudsman has highlighted the need for social housing landlords to provide stronger, more sincere apologies when service failures occur. This call aims to improve tenant relations and rebuild trust, especially in cases involving serious issues such as anti-social behaviour and delayed repairs. […]
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