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Government expands Rent Repayment Orders to 41 councils, doubling claims to 24 months. What the change means for UK landlords’ risk exposure and compliance costs.

Landlord News

22/12/2025

Rent repayment rules extended in move that could hit compliant landlords

A government plan to widen Rent Repayment Orders (RROs) to 41 English councils will allow local authorities to reclaim up to 24 months of rent…

Awaab’s Law will extend to private landlords by 2027, giving tenants power to challenge delays on damp and mould repairs. Here’s what the new rules mean for the PRS.

Landlord News

19/12/2025

Tenants will gain legal powers under Awaab’s Law as PRS rules tighten

Private landlords will soon face new statutory deadlines to repair damp and mould after the government confirmed that Awaab’s Law will extend to the private…

The Bank of England’s latest rate cut to 3.75% brings welcome relief for landlords, easing mortgage pressure and improving outlook for the buy-to-let market.

Landlord News

19/12/2025

Interest rate cut boosts landlord confidence as new tracker mortgages launched

The Bank of England has cut the base rate to 3.75%, easing mortgage pressure for landlords navigating tight margins and high operating costs. The decision,…

PRS database rules remain unclear, with landlords facing registration fees, tougher enforcement and new disclosure requirements. What the Renters’ Rights Act means for the sector.

Landlord News

17/12/2025

PRS database plans raise fresh concerns over landlord privacy and enforcement powers

Government plans for England’s new Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database are still missing key details, particularly the ‘required information’ landlords will have to submit before…

UK house prices and property investment concept with pound coins, banknotes, keys and a small house model

Landlord News

17/12/2025

House prices up while rents ease, pressuring buy-to-let returns

Rents across the UK continued to rise in November, but at a slower pace, according to new ONS data that signals a cooling rental market…

Rent growth in Wales is now rising nearly three times faster than UK averages, tightening supply and intensifying competition – with clear implications for landlords.

Landlord News

16/12/2025

Room rent growth in Wales outstrips UK average by wide margin

New data from SpareRoom shows room rents in Wales rising almost three times faster than the UK in the past year, driven by sharp increases…

New research shows targeted tax breaks could revive landlord purchasing and support UK rent growth, as most investors pause expansion due to regulation and costs.

Landlord News

16/12/2025

New study shows tax breaks would unlock landlord investment

A new UK-wide survey of nearly 200 landlords by Carter Jonas shows a decisive trend: tax reliefs, not heavier rules, would do the most to…

New government penalty tables introduce fines of £3,000–£35,000, reshaping risk for buy-to-let investors as councils gain powers to ramp up enforcement.

Landlord News

11/12/2025

Landlord fines escalate to £35,000 under updated enforcement rules

New civil penalty levels released this week under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 mark a fundamental shift in enforcement risk, with fines spanning £3,000 to…

Paragon’s expanded buy-to-let process promises quicker finance for investors, offering smoother routes into HMOs and MUBs as lenders compete for landlord business.

Landlord News

11/12/2025

Buy-to-let market sees faster HMO finance as Paragon upgrades application journey

Paragon Bank has widened its streamlined buy-to-let mortgage process to cover HMOs and multi-unit blocks, offering a quicker route for investors seeking higher-yielding properties. Rolled…

UK rent growth has cooled to 2.2%, but investors may welcome easing pressures and renewed buying opportunities as Zoopla forecasts stronger rental gains for 2026.

Landlord News

10/12/2025

Rent growth slows as supply rises but investors eye 2026 uplift

UK rent growth eased to 2.2% in October 2025 as more homes entered the lettings market, giving renters greater choice but offering landlords a moment…