The Economist has published an article on the proposed amendments to the planning system.  The original can be seen here (subscription will be necessary) and in summary says The Root of the Problem The 1947 Town and Country Planning Act centralised...

Writing in Landlord Today, Sherrelle Collman of Caridon Landlord Solutions warns that the government’s decision to stop automatic Universal Credit deductions for rent arrears could have significant consequences for both tenants and landlords. While...

Zoopla is warning that rental reforms will limit investment in the private rented sector, reducing the number of homes to let and pushing rents higher. While the market has improved slightly—rental supply is up 11% and demand has fallen 17% due to...

The Government has released updated versions of the Fire Safety requirements for Building Regs. They can be seen here

Letting agents remain uncertain about new sanctions reporting obligations set to take effect on 14 May 2025 under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018, according to Propertymark. The agency trade body has identified confusion among its...

The upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill, set to become law by summer, is driving a surge in acquisition enquiries from independent letting agencies, according to Spicerhaart. The bill, marking the most significant housing law reform in over 30 years, is...

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024, effective from 3 March, grants leaseholders in mixed-use developments greater control over their properties. A key change in Section 49 raises the non-residential threshold for Right to Manage (RTM)...

The latest data from mortgage lender Nationwide, which showed that house prices rose more than expected in February. Prices were up 0.4% on the month following a 0.1% increase in January, beating expectations for a 0.2% jump. On the year, house...

New research from Towergate Direct highlights the rising financial burden on landlords, with property maintenance costs increasing by 26.24% since 2022. The average UK landlord now spends £1,374.07 per year on maintenance—£285 more than in 2022....

The Lords has published a list of amendments prior to the forthcoming Committee Stage (date to be announced) The full list of the amendments can be seen here, and a summary here. Note the following areas of concerns for landlords: Lord Bird intends...

New research from SpareRoom warns 1.5m landlords could be set to quit the rental market ahead of the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill. The survey results shows that a significant number of landlords could potentially sell their properties...

Hello Neighbour's new services aim to simplify and reduce the cost of property lettings, which is an interesting development in the competitive London rental market. Here's a breakdown of what they offer: Get Listed Service: At £29, this service...

Writing in LeftFoot Forward, Tom Darling, director of the Renters’ Reform Coalition, positions a potential exodus of landlords from the market as an opportunity for creating a more professional and regulated rental system. However, there are...

Landlord Today has just published an excellent article on methods to meet stricter EPC regulations.  It can be seen here, and in summary says: Landlords Face Tougher Regulations as 2030 EPC Deadline Approaches The proposed Decent Homes Standard,...

The coming months are set to be pivotal for UK housing policy, as Government ministers face mounting pressure to deliver on a series of promised reforms. Recent ministerial responses indicate that key initiatives, including Stamp Duty relief for...

The House of Commons library has released a report of Housing market: Economic indicators.   It can be seen here, and in summary: The UK housing market has seen notable shifts over the past year, with house prices, mortgage approvals, and...

The House of Commons library has released a report of leasehold reform.  It can be seen here, and in summary: Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024: A Landmark Shift for Homeowners The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 received royal assent...

A new study has revealed that six out of ten homes across England and Wales now boast an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C or above. According to epIMS, a platform dedicated to helping landlords enhance energy efficiency, this data...