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Landlords urged to act early for the Renters’ Rights Bill

The abolition of fixed-term tenancy agreements and replacing them with open-ended, periodic arrangements will redefine the dynamics between landlords and tenants, one PRS expert says.
The change is part of the Renters’ Rights Bill which will allo…

Licensing scheme gives council power to crack down on landlords

A London council claims it will fine landlords more than £30,000 and allow tenants to reclaim up to 12 months’ rent if landlords fail to obtain the correct property licences.
Wandsworth Council has announced a new selective licensing scheme and an addi…

HMO licence approvals drop by 6% across Britain

The number of new House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) licences approved across Great Britain fell by 6% in 2024, research reveals.
According to Searchland’s latest data, local planning authorities issued 25,445 licences in 2023, but this figure dr…

Scottish landlords brace for stricter EPC regulations by 2033

Private landlords in Scotland face a big overhaul of energy efficiency requirements, with new proposals mandating that all privately rented homes achieve a minimum standard based on a revised Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) by the end of 2033.

Labour won’t hit housing target – Savills

Labour will miss its goal of delivering 1.5 million new homes by 2028/29, with property experts Savills forecasting just 840,000 completions over the next five years.
The big gap highlights challenges in boosting demand and overcoming construction con…

Pensions with Purpose: How SSAS Lending Fuels the Property Investment Community

My team and I work with so many property investors and developers, and the continual feedback I get is that getting finance for deals is getting harder. Bridging finance can be a blessing and a curse. It’s a means to an end

Flatshare supply grows despite landlord fears over Renters’ Rights Bill

The flatshare market is experiencing a rise in available rooms, with January 2025 marking the highest month for advertisements in four years, according to SpareRoom.
The flatsharing platform says that despite this growth, concerns linger among small la…

Belfast crowned as the UK’s premier investment hotspot

Belfast has emerged as the leading location for property investors in the UK, according to a new analysis.
It’s been carried out by Northern Irish estate agent, John Minnis, and its forecast highlights five regions poised for exceptional returns …

Government refuses to reveal Renters’ Rights Bill court impact assessment

The government has refused to release the Justice Impact Test for the Renters’ Rights Bill, a crucial document detailing the legislation’s potential impact on the courts and tribunals.
The decision has sparked concerns about openness in th…

The UK’s housing market faces recovery challenges

The UK’s housing market is navigating turbulent waters following a sharp 28% drop in transactions in April 2025, an analysis from Knight Frank reveals.
It says the turmoil was triggered by stamp duty rules that cut the nil rate band and increased…

Housing market surges with record-breaking agreed sales

Great Britain’s property market saw a big lift in agreed sales in May, marking the most active month since 2021 – and the highest since March 2022.
According to Rightmove’s latest data, the surge reflects improved conditions

Urgent: Reputable Fund Purchaser Looking to Buy Your HMOs and PBSA’s – Act Fast!

Landlords, if you’re ready to sell your HMO properties, don’t wait. A reputable fund purchaser is looking to make quick acquisitions and they’re interested in your properties right now!
This fund is actively seeking HMOs and PBSA’s (up to 60 bed units)…

Urgent: Reputable Fund Purchaser Looking to Buy Your HMOs and PBSA’s – Act Fast!

Landlords, if you’re ready to sell your HMO properties, don’t wait. A reputable fund purchaser is looking to make quick acquisitions and they’re interested in your properties right now!
This fund is actively seeking HMOs and PBSA’s (up to 60 bed units)…

Joint freeholding shareholders should also be Directors?

Hello, We have an Annual General Meeting (AGM) coming up and possibly 2 (more recent appointees) likely to resign as forthcoming building works might mean some actual input (eg getting redecoration quotes; liaising with fire alarm installation contract…

Hackney Council proposes new licensing schemes despite past failures

A London council is pushing forward with a controversial new selective licensing scheme, despite previously continuing to process applications months after the original scheme had expired.
Hackney Council has proposed implementing a new selective licen…

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