Instructing court bailiffs after possession granted from violent tenant?
Instructing Court Bailiffs to Evict Violent Tenants: Practical Considerations for UK Landlords Summary: A landlord preparing to instruct court bailiffs following a possession order shares concerns about the eviction process involving a violent tenant. The landlord seeks advice on bailiffs’ use of force, handling tenant possessions, and managing property damage risks, highlighting challenges faced by […]
Council launches consultation with tenants on landlord fines
Council Seeks Tenant Input on Setting Landlord Fines Under New Renters’ Rights Act Summary: Bristol City Council has launched a public consultation inviting tenants to help determine the level of fines imposed on landlords who breach regulations under the Renters’ Rights Act. This move follows the introduction of stronger enforcement powers and significant civil penalties […]
Renters’ Rights Act Essential Tips – dealing with the tenant’s right to cancel early
Renters’ Right to End Tenancies Early: Practical Guidance for UK Landlords Summary: From 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act will allow tenants in England to end their tenancies from day one by converting fixed-term agreements into periodic tenancies with a mandatory two-month notice period. This article outlines key strategies for landlords to manage this […]
£11m temporary accommodation bill drives council to seek government help
£11 Million Temporary Accommodation Costs Prompt Brighton Council to Seek Government Aid Summary: Brighton and Hove City Council is facing a significant rise in temporary accommodation costs, projected to increase by £11 million due to growing demand and reliance on costly emergency placements. The council has requested Exceptional Financial Support from the government to help […]
UK PBSA investment hit £4.3bn in 2025
UK PBSA Investment Surges to £4.3 Billion in 2025 Amid Strong Institutional Demand Summary: Investment in the UK’s purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) sector reached £4.3 billion in 2025, marking a 10% increase year-on-year. This growth reflects sustained institutional appetite for PBSA assets, with a notable rise in portfolio transactions and ongoing development despite regulatory challenges. […]
Renters’ Rights Act could strain London’s rental market – Propertymark
Renters’ Rights Act Set to Challenge London’s Private Rental Sector from May 2026 Summary: The Renters’ Rights Act, coming into force on 1 May 2026, presents particular challenges for London’s private rented sector due to the capital’s unique market conditions. Propertymark highlights the need for court reforms, enforcement capacity, and tailored measures to support landlords […]
Renting Homes (Wales) Act harms rental market – NRLA
Renting Homes (Wales) Act Seen as Detrimental by Nearly Half of Welsh Landlords Summary: A recent survey by the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) reveals that 47% of landlords in Wales believe the Renting Homes (Wales) Act has negatively impacted the private rented sector. This legislation, which replaced assured shorthold tenancies with occupation contracts and […]
Buy to let lending growth is matching homebuyers
Buy to Let Lending Growth Matches Homebuyer Activity in UK Mortgage Market Summary: Buy to let mortgage lending in the UK has grown at a quarterly average rate of 7% over the past year, matching the pace of loans taken out by first-time buyers and home movers. This trend reflects improving mortgage rates and greater […]
Pepper Money among BTL lenders cutting rates
Buy-to-Let Mortgage Rates Cut by Pepper Money and Other UK Lenders Summary: Pepper Money has reduced its buy-to-let mortgage rates by 0.50% across key loan-to-value tiers, offering landlords more competitive options for remortgaging. Other lenders, including Somo and NatWest, are also introducing flexible products and rate reductions, reflecting ongoing refinancing activity and market pressures faced […]
Leaseholders hesitant to escalate complaints due to redress system
Leaseholders Reluctant to Pursue Complaints Amid Complex Redress System Summary: The Leasehold Advisory Service (LEASE) has highlighted that many leaseholders are hesitant to escalate complaints due to the complexity and length of the current redress system. This reluctance risks unresolved issues in leasehold property management, affecting landlords and agents who must navigate these challenges alongside […]
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