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The buy-to-let sector has weathered a storm of rising interest rates and operational expenses over recent years. Yet recent data from Mortgage Strategy points to a gradual recovery, with rental growth picking up in key regions. This suggests landlords who held firm through the to
The government’s push for higher energy efficiency standards in the rental sector by 2030 is creating significant uncertainty among landlords. Without clear guidance on compliance requirements and available support, many property owners risk missing these targets, which could lea
Hull City Council’s recent decision to support stricter controls on Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) highlights growing tension between landlords and local authorities over property standards. Complaints about overcrowding and poor management are driving this push, with room
The push for net zero by 2050 has placed 2030 energy efficiency targets for rental properties firmly on landlords’ agendas. Yet, without a detailed government roadmap, the sector risks a bottleneck of last-minute compliance efforts. The National Residential Landlords Association
The latest analysis from the Resolution Foundation reveals that stamp duty has had a more pronounced dampening effect on the UK housing market than widely acknowledged. Their data shows that the tax has reduced transaction volumes by around 10% since the current regime was introd
New research from Rushbrook highlights a sharp increase in the challenges faced by self-managing landlords, with 74% reporting that managing their rental portfolios has become more difficult over the past three years. This shift is largely driven by an expanding regulatory framew
Mortgage rates in the UK are edging closer to 6%, with the average two-year fixed rate now at 5.92%, the highest since mid-2024. This continues a steady upward trend driven by lenders adjusting pricing in response to broader economic pressures and Bank of England base rate moveme
A recent analysis by the Resolution Foundation highlights a £3.1 billion shortfall in property tax contributions from London homeowners, pointing to distortions in the current system. The think tank argues that stamp duty, as it stands, creates an uneven burden that disadvantages
Propertymark’s recent warning highlights the tension between tenant protections and landlord incentives in Wales. The call to avoid rent controls reflects concerns that such measures could reduce the appeal of buy-to-let investments, potentially shrinking the private rental secto
Recent analysis by Benham and Reeves reveals that within seven UK regions, the difference between the highest and lowest average monthly rents exceeds 100 per cent. Scotland leads with the widest local rent gap, highlighting significant variation even within a single region. For
The Lettings Industry Council (TLIC) has put forward proposals aimed at tightening regulation of letting agents, including a public register and enforceable conduct rules. This follows their 2025 research revealing that 65% of agents currently operate without consistent accountab
Recent data from Foxtons highlights a notable shift in London’s rental market. Despite the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act, which many predicted might prompt landlords to exit the sector, the number of rental properties on offer has not diminished significantly. Instead,
