Shelter claims housing crisis driving anxiety among working people
Summary: Shelter research reveals that over half of working people in England have experienced anxiety due to housing costs in the past six months. The charity, supported by HSBC UK, continues to provide vital advice and emergency services to help tenants manage housing challenges and prevent eviction. Housing costs causing widespread anxiety among workers New […]
Councils could get more powers over short-term lets and second homes
Summary: The UK government is considering granting local councils additional powers to regulate short-term lets and second homes, aiming to ease housing pressures on local communities. Measures under review include council tax premiums and increased Stamp Duty Land Tax rates, alongside a mandatory national registration scheme for short-term lets. Government eyes stronger council powers on […]
Buy-to-let demand falls across UK claims estate agent
Buy-to-let demand is declining across the UK, making the market increasingly challenging for small landlords, according to recent research from estate agent emoov. Online searches for “buy-to-let landlord” have dropped significantly in most UK cities, coinciding with the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act on 1 May 2026. Buy-to-let market experiences notable decline Research by […]
Tenant demand drives up rents – Aldermore
Rents are rising as tenant demand intensifies, with landlords facing increased pressures from new government legislation. Research by Aldermore highlights that two-thirds of renters are paying more than expected, coinciding with the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act on 1 May 2026. Tenant demand pushes rents higher New data from Aldermore reveals that 63% of […]
Scottish government launches support for first-time buyers
Summary: The Scottish government has launched the First Homes Fund, offering first-time buyers a £10,000 deposit contribution for properties up to £300,000. While welcomed by industry leaders, critics argue the scheme does not tackle the underlying causes of Scotland’s housing crisis. Scottish government launches support for first-time buyers The Scottish government has officially launched its […]
Landlords to face new digital verification rules for Right to Rent checks
Summary: From 1 October 2026, landlords in England who choose to conduct Right to Rent checks electronically must use a registered digital verification provider (RtR DVSP). This new legislation aims to support the government’s move towards a fully digital immigration system, incorporating technologies such as facial recognition to verify tenants’ identities. New Digital Verification Rules […]
Head of landlord group slams claims of “greedy landlords” in deposit row
Summary: The head of the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) has criticised claims that landlords are “greedy” over tenancy deposits, responding to calls for reform of the deposit protection system. The government is considering removing insurance-backed deposit schemes in favour of custodial schemes to improve fairness for tenants. NRLA leader challenges “greedy landlord” accusations Ben […]
Sadiq Khan unveils plan to tackle overheating in homes
Sadiq Khan unveils plan to tackle overheating in homes Summary: The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has launched the Heat Ready London plan to address the growing risk of overheating in homes, particularly new builds and vulnerable existing properties. The initiative aims to improve home design and retrofit measures to protect Londoners as temperatures rise. […]
Tenants moving back to their country with only 5 days notice?
Recently, a landlord shared a challenging situation where tenants provided only five days’ notice before returning to their home country, rather than the full two months’ notice typically required. This scenario raises important considerations for UK landlords and letting agents regarding notice periods, deposit deductions, and managing unexpected tenant departures. Understanding Tenancy Notice Requirements In […]
Government promises to help landlords with EPC costs
The UK government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting landlords in meeting the forthcoming Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) requirements for private rented properties. With a target for all such properties to achieve at least an EPC rating of C by 2030, financial assistance and new financing options are being explored to help landlords manage the […]
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