The government has released updated guidance for landlords on serving notice to private tenants ahead of May 1, when significant parts of the Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) will
Renters Rights Act: Notice Rules Updated
Rachel Reeves’ Tax Rise May Push Up Rents
Nikka Sulton
Two-thirds of landlords planning to increase rents have identified Rachel Reeves’ recent tax rise as a significant factor influencing their decisions. In her latest Budget announcement, the Chancellor
Mandatory Register for Airbnb and Short Lets
Nikka Sulton
Propertymark is advising agents to start preparing immediately for upcoming regulations affecting Airbnb-style short lets in Wales. The Welsh Government is expected to introduce a mandatory register for
Council Amnesty to Fight Tenancy Fraud
Nikka Sulton
A city council has launched a major campaign to tackle social housing tenancy fraud, beginning with a temporary key amnesty that allows tenants to return properties without facing
EPC Rules Boost Heat Pump Use
Nikka Sulton
Landlords in the UK may soon face increased pressure to install heat pumps if they hope to comply with the government’s EPC C targets. Rumours have emerged suggesting
Major UK Banks Raise Mortgage Rates
Nikka Sulton
Following the Bank of England’s decision to hold interest rates at 3.75%, nearly all major UK lenders, apart from Halifax, have increased mortgage rates this week. Data from
Petition Opposes the Renters Rights Act
Nikka Sulton
A new petition has been launched calling on the UK Government to rethink its recent changes to eviction laws and introduce stronger legal protections for landlords. The campaign
Average UK Home Price Tops £300,000
Nikka Sulton
Average UK house prices have moved above the £300,000 mark for the first time on record, according to the latest figures from mortgage lender Halifax, signalling a steady
Bank of England Maintains Base Rate at 3.75%
Nikka Sulton
The Bank of England has chosen to hold its base interest rate steady at 3.75%, a decision that had been widely anticipated by economists and financial markets. The
Rising Supply Weighs on House Prices
Nikka Sulton
Asking rents across the UK are continuing to fall, placing renewed pressure on house prices as the housing market enters 2026 on a weaker footing, according to the