Sunderland’s rental market is delivering an average gross yield of 9.3%, according to recent data from Zoopla analysed by Landlord Resource. This figure stands out sharply against other UK cities, exceeding the next highest by a full percentage point. For investors focused on inc
Sunderland’s average gross rental yield of 9.3% stands out sharply against other UK cities, exceeding the next highest by a full percentage point. This figure, derived from Zoopla data analysed by Landlord Resource, highlights Sunderland as a hotspot for buy-to-let investors chas
Data from July 2026 reveals that buy-to-let investors are becoming more assertive in negotiations, with landlords making up 14.1% of all home purchases in Great Britain that month. This figure exceeds the 12.4% average seen year-to-date, suggesting a growing appetite among invest
Landlords filed 28,610 possession claims in the year to March 2026, a figure that highlights ongoing tensions in the rental market despite strong demand and rising rents. This volume of court action suggests that possession claims remain a key tool for landlords managing their po
The introduction of Labour’s Renters’ Rights Act, which includes a ban on bidding wars, has had an unexpected impact on the UK rental market. According to data from Chestertons, landlords have responded to the removal of competitive tenant bidding by raising their initial asking
The recent introduction of Labour’s Renters’ Rights Act, which includes a ban on bidding wars, has prompted landlords to adjust their pricing strategies. According to Chestertons, a leading estate agency, landlords have raised their asking rents noticeably since the Act’s impleme
A recent case highlights a growing risk for UK landlords: tenants covertly converting family homes into houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) without permission. A landlord let a four-bedroom property to a seemingly reliable tenant who claimed it was for personal and family use. H
Propertymark’s recent warning about rent controls highlights a clear tension in the UK rental market. While rent caps might offer short-term relief for tenants facing rising costs, the data suggest these measures could accelerate the exit of landlords from the market. This would
Manchester’s rental sector continues to defy expectations as properties are letting faster despite a noticeable rise in rents. Data from Property Industry Eye highlights that demand remains robust, with average rental prices climbing but tenant interest holding steady. This sugge
Manchester’s rental market is defying the usual rules of supply and demand. Despite rents climbing steadily over the past year, properties are letting more quickly than before. Data from local letting agents suggest average time on market has dropped by nearly 15%, even as asking
London’s rental market is showing a curious divergence. According to Property Industry Eye, asking rents climbed by 8.7% year-on-year in July 2026, yet the volume of tenant enquiries has dropped. This suggests landlords are pushing prices higher despite a cooling appetite from pr
Recent reports from landlords reveal a worrying trend where rent payments from council or Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) sources have suddenly stopped without warning. Two tenants, long-term recipients of housing benefit or Universal Credit paid directly to landlords, cea
