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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 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 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 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

Average UK landlord portfolio now generates nearly £90,000 gross rental income New analysis reveals the average UK landlord owns 7.3 properties worth £1.7m, generating almost £90,000 in gross rental income annually. However, rising borrowing and

Long-standing directors acquire London letting agency to boost lettings growth Featherstone Leigh, a South West London letting agency, has been acquired by two long-serving directors aiming to expand lettings and management services while consolidating multiple

London council hosts HMO workshop on community impact Ealing council is inviting landlords and tenants to a free workshop on September 17 to discuss how Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) affect local neighbourhoods. The event

Renters Rights Act adds significant administrative burden for lettings professionals A recent survey reveals that 73% of lettings professionals report increased administrative workload due to the Renters Rights Act, with compliance and record keeping cited

Most tenants unaware of professional guarantor services in rental market New research reveals that a large majority of tenants do not know about professional guarantor services, limiting their rental options as landlords increasingly request guarantors

New Tory housing chief criticises Renters’ Rights Act impact on landlords Katie Lam, the newly appointed Conservative shadow housing secretary, has sharply criticised the Renters’ Rights Act, arguing it is causing rising rents and landlords