Possession claims rise as Section 21 eviction notices end
Possession claims rise as Section 21 eviction notices end Landlord Action reports a surge in possession instructions in July 2026 as landlords rush to use Section 21 notices before the 31 July deadline. New possession
Paragon Bank cuts buy-to-let mortgage rates to attract landlords
Paragon Bank cuts buy-to-let mortgage rates to attract landlords Paragon Bank has reduced interest rates on a range of five-year fixed buy-to-let mortgages, including those for single properties, HMOs and multi-unit blocks, offering landlords more
Private renters stay in homes for under five years on average
Private renters stay in homes for under five years on average New government data reveals private renters in England typically remain in their rented homes for 4.7 years, significantly shorter than other tenure types. The
Energy efficiency guide issued for landlords to improve tenant support
Energy efficiency guide issued for landlords to improve tenant support A new energy efficiency guide has been published by the Future Homes Hub and Good Homes Alliance to help landlords and letting agents provide consistent
Renters Rights Act influences tenant behaviour in prime lettings
Renters Rights Act influences tenant behaviour in prime lettings A London lettings agent reports that tenants in the prime rental market are acting more cautiously and selectively, with a clear divide in behaviour above and
High Court ruling allows Thurrock selective licensing scheme to proceed
High Court ruling allows Thurrock selective licensing scheme to proceed The High Court has dismissed a second judicial review challenge against Thurrock council’s Selective Licensing Scheme, enabling the council to implement landlord licensing in designated
Government urged to clarify tax surcharge liability on rental properties
Government urged to clarify tax surcharge liability on rental properties The High Value Council Tax Surcharge will affect residential properties valued at £2 million or more from April 2028, but questions remain over who should
Lomond challenges five common myths about letting agents
Lomond challenges five common myths about letting agents Lomond, a fast-growing agency group, addresses misconceptions about letting agents, emphasising their value especially following the introduction of the Renters Rights Act. The firm highlights the importance
Agency invests £125,000 to expand dedicated lettings office in Shropshire
Agency invests £125,000 to expand dedicated lettings office in Shropshire Berriman Eaton has invested £125,000 to create a dedicated lettings office in Bridgnorth amid a 50% rise in rental activity across Shropshire. The expansion aims
British PropTech Firms Recognised at Lloyds Business Excellence Awards
British PropTech Firms Recognised at Lloyds Business Excellence Awards Leading UK PropTech companies OneDome and Street Group have been honoured at the Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards 2026 and BusinessCloud’s Founder 250 list, highlighting their
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