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Repairs crisis strengthens case for private landlords
A stark warning from the Housing Ombudsman has put England’s social landlords on notice: tenant complaints about living conditions jumped 474 per cent between 2019/20…
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Student rentals end with fewer costly disputes than wider PRS
UK landlords letting to students are facing fewer hefty end-of-tenancy charges compared to their counterparts across the broader private rented sector (PRS), according to new…
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Bank holds rates at 4.25% as landlords welcome market stability
The Bank of England has voted to maintain the base interest rate at 4.25%, delivering welcome stability to landlords, developers, and property investors across England….
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Over 1.8 million rentals still miss EPC C target
More than 1.8 million privately rented homes in England still fall below the proposed minimum EPC rating of C, with just three years left before…
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Rents still rising across UK despite cooling house price inflation
UK private rents climbed 7.0% in the year to May 2025, despite slowing house price inflation and new tax rules dampening sales. The average rent…
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High HMO demand highlights housing gap despite councillor backlash
Landlords in Hull are defending the role of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) after local councillor Paul Drake-Davis branded their growth a threat to “the…
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Rental premium on modern homes hits 18%
New-build homes are commanding up to 18% more in rent than older stock across England, according to a new report from tenant referencing and lettings…
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House price premiums boost landlord returns
Fresh analysis by estate agency Yopa has revealed the English postcodes commanding the steepest premiums over their county’s average house price — and surprisingly, it’s…
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Renters Rights Bill set to reshape letting rules by July
The long-debated Renters’ Rights Bill is on course to become law by 22 July 2025, following confirmation that the House of Lords will hold its…
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EPC upgrade costs test landlord wallets
As the UK edges closer to its 2028 and 2030 energy efficiency deadlines, landlords are once again in the spotlight — this time over claims…
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Student housing pivot opens doors for UK landlords
A sharp fall in studio bookings for purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) has grabbed the headlines this spring, yet seasoned landlords can still spy opportunity in…
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House prices leap 17% near Horse Guards Parade
Property values surrounding one of London’s most iconic royal landmarks have soared, according to new figures released just days before this year’s Trooping the Colour….
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Rogue North London landlord fined £20,000 after unlawful eviction case
A Brent-based landlord has been handed a suspended prison sentence and ordered to pay £20,000 in fines and compensation after unlawfully evicting a tenant and…
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Rental growth slows to four-year low but supply pressures keep market tight
UK rental growth has eased to its slowest pace since 2021, but landlords remain in a strong position as low supply and high competition continue…
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One in ten rented homes contain deadly safety risks, report finds
More than one in ten private rented homes in England contain Category 1 hazards that could result in death or serious injury, according to new…
