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The latest data from Property118 reveals that 57% of leveraged buy to let landlords arranged a remortgage, refinancing, or product transfer in the 12 months to June 2026. This is a substantial increase from 39% two years ago and matches the peak last seen at the end of 2025. Such
The latest data reveals that 57% of leveraged buy to let landlords arranged a new loan, remortgage, or product transfer in the year to June 2026. This matches the peak seen at the end of 2025 and represents a 10 percentage point increase from the previous quarter. Two years ago,
Local authorities have the power to issue civil penalties of up to £7,000 when a Category 1 hazard under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) is found in a rented property. According to estimates from Inventory Base, there are over 500,000 privately rented homes in
The government’s proposed High Value Council Tax Surcharge is generating confusion among landlords, with no clear guidance on who will bear the financial burden. This uncertainty is problematic for investors who rely on predictable costs to manage rental yields and long-term port
HMRC’s proposal to impose penalties up to 30% of unpaid tax for ‘careless’ errors in self-assessment returns signals a stricter approach that landlords must take seriously. Under current rules, penalties for careless mistakes are capped at 15%, with higher penalties reserved for
The abolition of Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions on 1 May 2026 has immediately impacted landlord behaviour, according to recent data. The Ministry of Justice reports a noticeable surge in possession claims filed under the revised Section 8 grounds in the months following the dead
Buy to let lenders are updating their offers, with Paragon Bank leading the charge by cutting some five-year fixed rates by 0.15 percentage points. This reduction applies across single self-contained properties, HMOs and multi-unit blocks, signalling a targeted approach to attrac
The rise of short-term lets through platforms like Airbnb has complicated traditional Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs). Landlords renting in central London and other high-demand urban areas increasingly face situations where tenants sublet properties as holiday lets without per
UK rental prices accelerated in July, with London extending its lead over the rest of the country. According to recent data from Property Industry Eye, rents in the capital rose by 1.6% month-on-month, pushing the annual increase to 12.8%. This contrasts with a more modest 0.9% m
UK rental prices have accelerated in July, with London outstripping the rest of the country in growth. According to Property Industry Eye data, rents in the capital rose by 2.1% month-on-month, pushing the annual increase to 7.9%. This contrasts with a more modest 1.3% monthly gr
The government’s contemplation of scrapping insurance-backed deposit schemes creates a significant question mark for landlords managing tenant deposits. These schemes currently allow landlords to collect a smaller upfront cash deposit while protecting tenant funds through insuran
The government’s contemplation of scrapping insurance-backed deposit schemes could unsettle thousands of landlords across the UK. These schemes, which allow tenants to pay a smaller upfront sum while landlords remain protected, have been popular for managing cash flow and tenant
