Landlords and letting agents across the UK now have just a month to prepare for the first stage of the Renters’ Rights Act (RRA), which comes into effect
Rents Stabilise with Sub-Inflation Growth
Nikka Sulton
The private rented sector (PRS) is beginning to show signs of stability, with recent data indicating that rental growth has slowed and is now tracking below inflation in
Pet-Friendly Rentals Decline Despite Act
Nikka Sulton
The number of pet-friendly rental properties in England has dropped significantly in recent months, raising concerns about accessibility for tenants with animals just as new legislation is set
UK House Prices Reach £277,186 in March
Nikka Sulton
UK house prices edged higher in March, signalling a modest recovery in the property market following a slower start to the year. According to the latest data from
Rayner Pushes Starmer to Challenge Landlords
Nikka Sulton
Former deputy leader of the Labour Party, Angela Rayner, has urged Sir Keir Starmer to take a tougher stance against landlords and freeholders, highlighting the pressures many working
UK Mortgage Approvals Rise Sharply
Nikka Sulton
UK mortgage approvals for homebuyers climbed in February, reaching their highest level in three months, despite emerging signs that higher borrowing costs are beginning to impact overall demand.
EPC Reform Delayed by Skills Shortage
Nikka Sulton
Efforts to reform the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) system are facing increasing delays, as concerns grow over a shortage of skilled professionals needed to support the changes. The
Tenancy Fraud Surges with Tech Use
Nikka Sulton
Tenancy fraud is becoming an increasingly widespread issue across the private rental sector, placing significant financial pressure on landlords. Recent estimates suggest that landlords are losing as much
Sadiq Khan Launches £400k Fund for Renters
Nikka Sulton
Millions of renters across London are set to benefit from a new £400,000 fund designed to support tenants in taking legal action against their landlords. The funding will
Major UK Lenders Raise Mortgage Rates
Nikka Sulton
Sub-4% mortgage deals have now effectively vanished from the UK market, following a fresh round of rate increases from major lenders. The shift comes at a time of
