Agent awaits sentence after court hears of drug property network
Letting agent convicted in cannabis factory property network case A lettings agent and four associates have been found guilty of multiple drug-related offences after police uncovered a network of cannabis factories linked to properties managed by the agency. The case highlights risks of criminal exploitation within the private rented sector. Police investigations into Condor Estates, […]
London leads rental growth as rents continue to climb
Rents across the UK continue to rise, with London leading the growth following the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act on 1 May 2026. New data reveals steady rental price increases in most regions, highlighting a market adjusting to recent legislative changes. UK rental prices continue upward trend HomeLet’s rental index shows the average monthly […]
Rising rents drive higher earners into flatshares – SpareRoom
Summary: Rising rents in the UK are increasingly pushing higher earners into flatsharing, according to SpareRoom data. Wage disparities within shared households are growing, with many facing challenges in managing rent and bills fairly. Rising Rents Lead Higher Earners to Flatshare New data from SpareRoom reveals that one in five UK flatmates estimate the pay […]
Stamp duty divide grows between buyers in the South and the North
Stamp duty payments differ significantly between buyers in the South and the North of England, with fewer than one in ten first-time buyers in the North paying the tax, according to new data from Zoopla. London and the South East see the highest proportion of first-time buyers paying stamp duty, reflecting regional variations in property […]
Councils to use Airbnb data to catch illegal social housing sublets
Summary: The UK government is partnering with Airbnb to identify and tackle illegal subletting of social housing via short-term rental platforms. Offenders face eviction, fines, and prison sentences of up to two years as part of a wider crackdown on social housing fraud. Government partners with Airbnb to tackle social housing fraud The government has […]
London and the North West see rental affordability improve – Propertymark
Summary: Rental affordability has improved notably in London and the North West, with the representative salary needed to rent an average-priced home falling significantly in both regions despite some rent increases. Other parts of the UK show mixed trends, with rents rising modestly in some areas and falling in others, while the salary requirements generally […]
Most renters are unaware of the Renters’ Rights Act
Summary: A recent survey by the TDS Charitable Foundation reveals that 69% of private renters in England are unaware of the Renters’ Rights Act or do not understand its implications. The findings highlight a significant gap in awareness just before the Act’s implementation on 1 May, raising concerns about whether the government and sector stakeholders […]
Government data challenges its own eviction claims
Summary: The latest English Housing Survey reveals that most private tenancy endings before the Renters’ Rights Act reforms were tenant-initiated rather than landlord-led evictions. Rising rents and affordability pressures remain significant challenges, while landlord-led evictions, including Section 21 notices, were a minority of tenancy terminations. The government’s own housing data has raised questions about the […]
It’s me again getting in a state about MTD?
Concerns Grow Over Making Tax Digital for Landlords Summary: As Making Tax Digital (MTD) deadlines approach, many landlords are anxious about adapting to new digital reporting requirements. The challenge of finding simple, cost-effective software that integrates with existing accounting tools like Xero is a common concern among property owners. Landlords Face Pressure as MTD Submission […]
More landlord lenders cut their buy to let mortgage rates
Several landlord lenders have recently reduced their buy-to-let mortgage rates, offering more competitive options for property investors. Paragon Bank, Landbay, Shawbrook, Coventry for intermediaries, and Accord Mortgages have all announced rate cuts and product enhancements across various buy-to-let mortgage ranges. Paragon Bank expands tracker range Paragon Bank has broadened its buy-to-let (BTL) Bank Base Rate […]
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