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Housing slowdown deepens as landlords gain edge in tight rental market
The UK housing market shifted noticeably into a lower gear in October, according to the latest RICS Residential Survey, with buyer demand, sales activity and…
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Mortgage arrears fall as buy-to-let sector shows renewed stability
UK Finance has reported a continued fall in mortgage arrears in the third quarter of 2025, with buy-to-let (BTL) arrears dropping sharply by eight per…
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New tenant satisfaction measures to increase scrutiny of social landlords
The Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) has announced the rollout of Tenant Satisfaction Measures (TSMs) - a new framework requiring all registered social landlords to…
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Thousands of HMOs flagged for serious hazards as landlords urged to act
More than 2,300 Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) across England contain life-threatening safety hazards, according to new analysis by Inventory Base - prompting renewed calls…
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Landlords reminded of carbon monoxide safety rules ahead of awareness week
With Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week running from 17–23 November 2025, Propertymark is reminding landlords, letting agents, and tenants across the UK to check their carbon…
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Homeless charity Crisis to become landlord in bid to tackle housing shortage
Homeless charity Crisis has announced plans to become a not-for-profit landlord, purchasing one-bedroom homes in London and Newcastle from 2026. The organisation says it aims…
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Rent growth forecast to rise 12% as market normalises, says Savills
UK rents are forecast to rise by 12% over the next five years, according to Savills, as the property firm predicts a calmer and more…
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HMRC’s AI crackdown: what landlords need to know before filing returns
HMRC has launched an ambitious new offensive against tax evasion - powered by artificial intelligence. With digital tools now able to cross-reference property, mortgage, and…
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South Coast rent growth leads UK as landlords hold firm
England’s south coast has recorded the fastest rent growth in the UK, according to new figures from the Lomond Group, as landlords across the country…
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Landlords face £9,000 repair bill to meet new Decent Homes Standard
The government’s updated Decent Homes Standard could cost landlords thousands as part of sweeping reforms under the Renters’ Rights Act, which received Royal Assent in…
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What the Renters’ Rights Act guide means for landlords
The government has published its official Guide to the Renters’ Rights Act (6 November 2025), confirming the direction of travel but not the start date….
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Government admits no assessment made on 12-month re-letting ban
The government has admitted it has not assessed the potential impact of banning landlords from re-letting their properties for 12 months if a sale falls…
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Bank of England holds interest rates at 4% as landlords eye relief
The Bank of England has kept the base interest rate at 4% following a narrow 5–4 Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) vote, holding steady as inflation…
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Renters ‘flathugging’ as high costs and fear of rent rises trap tenants
More than half of UK renters are effectively “flathugging” - staying in their current rental homes despite wanting to move - according to new research…
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Rents fall 12% in October but landlords see strong yearly gains
Rents across England fell sharply last month, dropping by 12% between September and October, according to the Goodlord Rental Index. While the seasonal dip mirrors…
