Rightmove launches rent review tool for Renters Rights Act compliance
Rightmove launches rent review tool for Renters Rights Act compliance Rightmove has introduced new rent review functionality within its Tenancy Manager platform to help letting agents handle rent increases efficiently under the Renters Rights Act
Rent challenge rights create unintended incentives for tenants and landlords
Rent challenge rights create unintended incentives for tenants and landlords New rights allowing tenants to challenge rent increases aim to protect renters but may encourage frequent disputes and annual rent reviews, putting pressure on landlords
Government commits to new social housing amid Renters’ Rights Act challenges
Government commits to new social housing amid Renters’ Rights Act challenges The Government has pledged billions to build over 70,000 new social and affordable homes to ease pressure on the private rented sector, which is
Landlords face rising costs despite rent increases in 2026
Landlords face rising costs despite rent increases in 2026 UK private rents increased by 3.7% in the year to July 2026, but landlords report that rising mortgage, maintenance, and compliance costs are eroding any financial
Rightmove launches rent review tool to ease Renters Rights Act impact
Rightmove launches rent review tool to ease Renters Rights Act impact Rightmove has introduced a rent review feature in its Tenancy Manager platform to help letting agents handle rent increases efficiently under the Renters Rights
Lomond expands with 72,000 units under management after acquisition
Lomond expands with 72,000 units under management after acquisition Lomond has acquired Ocean Property Services Group, adding 12 offices and creating a new regional hub in Bristol. The acquisition increases Lomond’s portfolio to 72,000 managed
Professional investors show strong interest in Build To Rent sector
Professional investors show strong interest in Build To Rent sector A recent survey reveals that 71% of professional property investors plan to invest in Build To Rent (BTR) developments despite a decline in new BTR
Letting agents gain importance for landlords after Renters Rights Act
Letting agents gain importance for landlords after Renters Rights Act A recent survey by The Letting Partnership reveals letting agents see increased value to landlords due to the Renters Rights Act. Agents report a rise
Unclaimed tenancy deposits total hundreds of millions in England and Wales
Unclaimed tenancy deposits total hundreds of millions in England and Wales Analysis by The Letting Partnership estimates £750 million in tenancy deposits remain unclaimed in England and Wales, highlighting a lack of legislative framework for
Landlords face late fee for missing selective licensing deadline
Landlords face late fee for missing selective licensing deadline Private landlords in Grimsby must apply for a selective licence by 8 October 2026 or pay a £200 surcharge, with fines up to £40,000 for unlicensed
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