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![Renting out a driveway could be the fast lane to tax problems](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/TaxMan-400x310.png)
Renting out your driveway can seem like a hassle-free way to earn extra income. With the rise of platforms dedicated to...
27 July 2024
From: Tax & Finance
![Risks and Opportunities at Auction - legal firm’s guidance](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Legal_Action-400x310.png)
Increasing numbers of savvy buyers are snapping up property at auction but it’s important people should do their homework first or...
20 July 2024
From: Top tips & guides
![What HMO Landlords should know about Licensing and Planning](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Developments/1%20RVG%20announces%20%C2%A32bn%20plan%20to%20build%205000%20new%20homes%20-%20PIT%20Construction-400x310.png)
Understanding Article 4 is crucial for HMO landlords and one legal expert says there is a big difference between HMO licensing...
13 July 2024
From: Legislation & Compliance
![Police guidance about tenants and drugs](/upload/images/shutterstock_1723862413.jpg)
The police have issued a 16-point guide for landlords to identify and guard against their properties being used as cannabis farms. This...
09 July 2024
From: Breaking News
![Custodial sentence for landlord who broke fire safety laws](/upload/images/shutterstock_2135622365.jpg)
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service has prosecuted a landlord for failing to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005,...
04 July 2024
From: Breaking News
![Call for more regulation over damp and mould in homes](/upload/images/shutterstock_2309743965.jpg)
A national trade body is calling for more regulation to shield people from the dangers of damp and mould in homes. The...
21 June 2024
From: Breaking News
![Investor in defunct online agency becomes NRLA keynote speaker](/upload/images/shutterstock_1196667214.jpg)
A former figurehead from TV’s Dragon’s Den is addressing landlords late this year at the National Residential Landlords Association landlord conference. James...
30 May 2024
From: Breaking News
![Huge surge in Right To Rent checks as non-compliance fines soar](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Fine-3-400x310.png)
There’s been a surge in Right to Rent checks - up 577% year on year. Under the Right to Rent Scheme, civil...
29 May 2024
From: Breaking News
![Tenant tries to sue landlord over mould and fails spectacularly](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Court-UK-400x310.png)
A social housing tenant’s bid to sue their landlord has failed spectacularly. A statement from Mid-Devon council says the unnamed tenant was...
28 May 2024
From: Breaking News
![Tax Update - HMRC guidance for landlords who are pensioners](/upload/images/shutterstock_2448144571.jpg)
This has been prepared by HMRC for landlords who are also pensioners - What is Self Assessment? Self Assessment is the process used to...
25 May 2024
From: Tax & Finance
![Landlord Tax Alert - new guidance from HMRC](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/TaxTime-400x310.png)
HMRC is appealing to landlords to file Self Assessment tax returns early - and claims there are benefits to doing so. In...
16 May 2024
From: Breaking News
![Pets In Lets - agents issue new guidance to private tenants](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Pets/CoupleWithDog-400x310.png)
Propertymark has issued a guide to tenants about their rights to have a pet. A statement from trade body Propertymark says that...
16 May 2024
From: Breaking News
![Bank of England reveals interest rate decision](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/PropertyNews-400x310.png)
The Bank of England’s monetary policy committee has held base rate at 5.25% for the sixth time in a row. The news...
09 May 2024
From: Breaking News
![Website for tenants who don’t know where to turn to](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/PropTech/Software-400x310.png)
A website is being prepared to assist private renters know where to turn if their landlord or lettings agent fail to...
30 April 2024
From: Breaking News
![Insights and Advice event for buy to let landlords](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Buy-to-let-2-400x310.png)
The ESPC property portal has announced a free buy to let Insights and Advice event on Thursday May 9, for aspiring...
30 April 2024
From: Breaking News
![Council offering landlords “training to help them improve”](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/shutterstock_192595709.jpg)
Landlords have only until Friday to give their views on a controversial licensing consultation from a council known for its aggressive...
23 April 2024
From: Breaking News
![Landlords urged to attend Cultural Awareness Course](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/PropertyNews2-400x310.png)
A so-called Cultural Awareness Course is being held to explain to landlords about their responsibilities under the 2010 Equality Act. The course...
23 April 2024
From: Breaking News
![New guidance on standards of behaviour expected from farm landlords](/upload/images/shutterstock_498302194.jpg)
The launch of the Agricultural Landlord and Tenant Code of Practice is “a really good start” says the National Farmers Union. The...
10 April 2024
From: Breaking News
![Shamplina Speaks: Letting agents are landlords' allies today](/upload/images/Paul%20Shamplina(3).png)
In the recent landlord sentiment survey conducted by the Property Redress Scheme, it came as no surprise to me to discover...
06 April 2024
From: The Big Issues
![Worried renters suffer hair loss and weight gain - wealth firm’s claim](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/Stressed(F)Tenant-400x310.png)
A controversial wealth management company claims that almost two thirds of private tenants have suffered a deterioration in their mental and...
04 April 2024
From: Breaking News
![Year-long campaign to get energy efficiency info to landlords](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Energy%20and%20Green%20Homes/_EPC6-400x310.png)
A council which last year staged a pilot project about the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards in the lettings sector is now...
03 April 2024
From: Breaking News
![Call for “sentencing guidelines” to punish landlords over licensing](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/_licensing-400x310.png)
A charity is calling for landlord licensing schemes which cost enough to fund annual inspections, and the issuing of “sentencing guidelines”...
28 March 2024
From: Breaking News
![Jail for landlord who put lives of tenants at fire risk](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Arrested-UK-400x310.png)
A fire and rescue service has successfully prosecuted a landlord for failing to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order...
27 March 2024
From: Breaking News
![Trading Standards defends new property sales process](/upload/images/shutterstock_1141644755(4).jpg)
Trading Standards has defended the introduction of ‘material information’ requirements on details of properties for sale, after a conveyancer warned landlords...
25 March 2024
From: Breaking News
![Landlords selling up may face higher costs, warns conveyancing solicitor](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/HouseForSale_400x310.png)
Landlords quitting the sector could have to spend hundreds of pounds more when selling their home owing to new Trading Standards...
22 March 2024
From: Breaking News
![Scrapping Section 21 is landlords' headache - and backfiring on Gove](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Eviction-400x310.png)
The removal of Section 21 notices and the end of fixed-term tenancies are the two issues that concern landlords the most,...
22 March 2024
From: Breaking News
![Mortgages - many landlords to renew rates soon, says lender](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/L%26G%20Mortgage%20club%20announces%20MortgageApplyNow_400x310.png)
Some 40% of residential landlords with a mortgage - fixed, tracker or discount - are due to renew their mortgage rate...
14 March 2024
From: Breaking News
![Triumphant return of the National Landlord Investment Show](/upload/images/Show2.jpg)
We are thrilled to report that the first National Landlord Investment Show of 2024 in London on March 6 was a...
13 March 2024
From: Sponsored Content
![I Quit! Landlord sells up because of “unfair” licensing regime](/upload/images/shutterstock_424977874.jpg)
A landlord has quit the private rental sector after a battle with his council over why his properties were put into...
05 March 2024
From: Breaking News
![Tax Cuts - what should we expect in Wednesday's Budget?](/upload/images/shutterstock_106204481.jpg)
Like a parent whose kids expected half term in Disneyland, Jeremy Hunt is spending the week managing expectations – and crushing...
02 March 2024
From: Tax & Finance
![Guidance for landlords: 5 top tips for navigating responsibilities](/upload/images/adv-2021/sponsored-content/The%20Mortgage%20Works/Company%20Director.jpg)
Landlords play a crucial role in providing safe and comfortable housing for tenants while also managing rental properties effectively. Staying informed...
01 March 2024
From: Sponsored Content
![Councillors make ‘breakthrough’ proposal for improving rental EPCs](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Energy%20and%20Green%20Homes/EPC-2-400x310.png)
SNP councillors in Scotland have come up with an innovative suggestion to improve energy efficiency in private rental properties. They want councils...
27 February 2024
From: Breaking News
![Tenants advised to check their shared rental is licensed HMO](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/_licensing-400x310.png)
A council is reminding prospective tenants about the importance of making sure their next shared rental is licensed as a house...
27 February 2024
From: Breaking News
![Leasing and legal affairs to be discussed at Landlord teach-in](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/shutterstock_192595709.jpg)
Another council has set up an advice session for private rental landlords in the area. This even will take place at Neath...
23 February 2024
From: Breaking News
![Landlord rules in force next month “flawed and unworkable”](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/LandlordNews-400x310.png)
A prominent lettings agency has hit out at the latest changes to safety regulations that private landlords must comply with or...
15 February 2024
From: Breaking News
![Controversial council threatens series of new licensing regimes](/upload/images/shutterstock_261713198(1).jpg)
New additional and selective licensing schemes are to be considered by the controversial Bristol city council. The council’s Labour Mayor - Marvin...
01 February 2024
From: Breaking News
![Bradford landlord expands property portfolio following Wildstone's gable end wall acquisition](/upload/images/adv-2021/sponsored-content/Wildstone/Wildstone%20360%20x%20280.png)
Mohammed Sharaz, a landlord from Bradford, recently seized an opportunity to enhance his property portfolio after Wildstone acquired the gable end...
29 January 2024
From: Sponsored Content
![Damp and Mould Changes - A Landlord’s Responsibility](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/DamagedProperty-400x310.png)
Damp and mould are two of the most common issues in rented properties, with surface mould caused by condensation one of...
27 January 2024
From: Top tips & guides
![Council Warns Landlords - big crackdown is coming this year!](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/PropertyNews-400x310.png)
A council is warning landlords of HMOs that they must meet all of their legal responsibilities ahead of a crackdown on...
26 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Selling Up? Rightmove reveals optimum date and tips for speedy sales](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/HouseForSale_400x310.png)
Landlords considering selling up have received guidance from Rightmove on when to do it and how. The portal claims February is the...
25 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Another council raising revenue through licensing scheme](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/_licensing-400x310.png)
Warwick council is the latest to launch an Additional Licensing Scheme - it came into force just before last weekend. The district...
23 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Letting agents could face regulation under Labour amendment tactic](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/LettingAgent-400x310.png)
Labour is using a Bill currently going through Parliament as a backdoor method to introduce the regulation of lettings, estate and...
22 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Landlords lack skills to be more energy efficient - bank claim](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Energy%20and%20Green%20Homes/EPC-3-400x310.png)
New research published by Lloyds Banking Group during Energy Saving Week has revealed the lack of confidence and skills gaps landlords...
19 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Late payments and mortgage defaults on the rise, survey suggests](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/House-pounds_400x310.png)
Landlords increasingly struggle with tenants who pay rent late or default, a mortgage lender is claiming. Research from Molo suggests landlords are...
16 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Daylight Robbery? Council’s 60 per cent rise in fees on landlords](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/3-MortgageRates1.png)
Landlords who fail to ensure their private rented homes meet required standards face massively increased charges from a council. Bath & North...
15 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Landlords warned to check dates of gas safety certificates](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/DamagedProperty-400x310.png)
While most landlords will be aware of the fact, they are required by law to renew the gas safety certificate for...
12 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Tough EPC targets to return despite Sunak’s U-turn - new warning](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Energy%20and%20Green%20Homes/EPC-2-400x310.png)
There’s a warning this morning that stricter Energy Performance Certificate measures for the private rental sector may not have gone, after...
09 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Budget - landlords have three weeks to give Hunt advice](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/2_MortgageCalculated.png)
HM Treasury has opened its representations portal, meaning landlords - and anyone else - can submit their ideas for the next...
05 January 2024
From: Breaking News
![Just days to go to self assessment tax deadline - here’s what to do](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Tax-SelfAssessment-400x310.png)
There are now fewer than 35 days until self employed workers - including many landlords - will need to submit their...
30 December 2023
From: Tax & Finance
![Warning to Airbnb and Short Let hosts over January tax change](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/shutterstock_2198282283.jpg)
Thousands of Britons earning from letting their spare room or using parts of their home on platforms like Airbnb could be...
28 December 2023
From: Breaking News
![HMRC Self-Assessment Helpline slammed for not helping callers](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Tax-SelfAssessment-400x310.png)
A business consultancy claims the HMNRC Self-Assessment helpline - set up to assist those compiling and filing tax returns as the...
21 December 2023
From: Breaking News
![What's Going To Happen To The Rental Sector in 2024?](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/Forecast-400x310.png)
The year of proptech The proptech revolution has been a long time coming but I think that 2024 will the year in...
16 December 2023
From: Agent Advice
![HMRC targets landlords who allegedly under-report profits](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/PropertyStats-400x310%20(1).png)
A prominent tax consultancy says landlords who transferred their rental properties in a company in 2017/18 are being targeted by HMRC. It’s...
12 December 2023
From: Breaking News
![Landlord hit with half million pound fine after using fake name](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Fine-3-400x310.png)
A landlord who used a fake name to evade detection has been hit with £485,000 in fines after illegally renting out...
11 December 2023
From: Breaking News
![Landlord Tax Self Assessment - HMRC’s Top Five Questions](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Tax-SelfAssessment-400x310.png)
HM Revenue and Customs has provided answers to the top five questions asked on the Self Assessment helpline. Do I need to fill...
09 December 2023
From: Top tips & guides
![Many More Details expected when landlords advertise properties](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/PropTech/AgentOnline-400x310.png)
Landlords will have to include many more specific points about their properties when they list them in future - whether directly...
01 December 2023
From: Breaking News
![What you need to know about High Street Rental Auctions](/upload/images/shutterstock_2372041789.jpg)
The Levelling-up and Regeneration Act received Royal Assent last month, meaning a major new piece of legislation has now entered the...
11 November 2023
From: Rental Reform
![Legal info and regulation updates provided at new landlord forums](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Property-court-400x310.png)
Two new forums for landlords and others serving the private rental sector are being held this month. The North Yorkshire council initiative...
06 November 2023
From: Breaking News
![HMRC’s Self Assessment Guide for Landlords](/upload/images/shutterstock_2345214597.jpg)
HMRC has produced this material for landlords concerned at the prospect of self-assessment - What is Self Assessment and why do I need...
04 November 2023
From: Tax & Finance
![Social landlord criticised over “deeply distressing” tenant suicide](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/PropertyNews3-400x310.png)
The Housing Ombudsman - who presides over social housing landlords - has issued his report on what he calls the “deeply...
03 November 2023
From: Breaking News
![Electrical Checks - new guidance launched for landlords](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/HouseInspection_400x310.png)
New guidance has been launched on how to conduct thorough electrical safety checks on private rentals, and how to report any...
02 November 2023
From: Breaking News
![The Biggest Rental Sector Complaint…By A Man Who Knows](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/PropertyNews3-400x310.png)
Holding deposits head the list of complaints about the private rental sector, says the man at the top of the Property...
14 October 2023
From: Legislation & Compliance
![Tax Avoidance: NRLA suspends link with Less Tax 4 Landlords](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/Taxes-400x310.png)
The National Residential Landlords Association has suspended its link with Less Tax 4 Landlords. This follows publicity surrounding Less Tax 4 Landlords...
09 October 2023
From: Breaking News
![HMRC warns landlords against ‘hybrid’ tax avoidance scheme](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/TaxCoins-400x310.png)
HMRC has contacted Landlord Today to draw attention to new guidance it has issued over a tax avoidance scheme aimed at...
06 October 2023
From: Breaking News
![Do HMOs Still Stack Up As An Investment?](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/HousePrices_balancing-400x310.png)
Over the last 15 years, the HMO market has been transformed. Back in the ‘90s, multi-lets were mainly student housing or cheap...
16 September 2023
From: Agent Advice
![Strict New Guidelines for landlords over Damp and Mould](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Misc/Mould-400x310.png)
New directives issued by the government put the emphasis firmly on private landlords to take responsibility for issues of damp and...
08 September 2023
From: Breaking News
![Renters Reform Bill: Landlords urged to prepare for changes as MPs return](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/BusinessChain-400x310.png)
A prominent lettings agent is urging landlords to stay vigilant for changes to the Renters Reform Bill now that Parliament is...
04 September 2023
From: Breaking News
![New ‘Landlord Leaders Community’ group launched](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/BusinessTeam-400x310.png)
A body called the Landlord Leaders Community - and appearing at first sight a little like a new trade group - is...
30 August 2023
From: Breaking News
![Watchdog to Probe Five Issues Involving Landlords and Letting Agents](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/AgentsWorking-400x310.png)
The Competitioin and Markets Authority is to probe five activities involving landlords and letting agents and their responsibilities to private tenants. Sarah...
25 August 2023
From: Breaking News
In the ever-evolving landscape of rental property management, UK landlords are facing significant changes. Most recently these changes include new energy...
19 August 2023
From: Legislation & Compliance
![Social landlord boss ordered to apologise directly to tenant](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Legal_Action-400x310.png)
The Housing Ombudsman - who presides over housing associations and other social housing providers - has ordered a chief executive to...
18 August 2023
From: Breaking News
![Clampdown on wording of lettings listings](/upload/images/shutterstock_1998984149.jpg)
There’s been a clampdown on imprecise wording used in lettings listings. The National Trading Standards Estate and Lettings Agency Team - which...
17 August 2023
From: Breaking News
![Complaints about lettings agents go through the roof](/upload/images/shutterstock_1499251934.jpg)
There’s been a large increase in the number of complaints registered with The Property Ombudsman - with lettings agents in the...
08 August 2023
From: Breaking News
![Warning to landlords selling up - price your property sensibly](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/House_pound-400x310.png)
A warning is going out today from the UK’s largest property auctioneer about the sensible pricing of property coming to the...
18 July 2023
From: Breaking News
![Conversions - should there be more of them?](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/LearningAgents-400x310.png)
Conversions, often seen as a likely property type for private landlords, are likely to be more common if two groups of...
11 July 2023
From: Breaking News
![Landlords urged to pay hundreds for basic anti-burglary advice](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/Property%20Budget.jpg)
Private landlords and managing agents are being invited to take part in a new anti-burglary scheme being run by a Labour-controlled...
26 June 2023
From: Breaking News
![Landlords guide to making the right decisions in 2023](/upload/images/adv-2021/sponsored-content/Open%20Property%20Group/making%20decisions.png)
This year is set to bring sweeping rental reforms that will change the face of lettings forever. Landlords should be following...
02 June 2023
From: Sponsored Content
![Domestic abuse survivors ‘failed’ by landlords - claim](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Estate_Agent1-400x310.png)
A new report claims that many social landlords have inadequate policies to support survivors of domestic abuse. The report, published this week...
26 April 2023
From: Breaking News
![Clean Sweep - landlords get a free guide to spring cleaning](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/Spring%202023.jpg)
The National Residential Landlords Association and the Tenancy Deposit Scheme have produced what they call a comprehensive spring cleaning guide for...
24 April 2023
From: Breaking News
![Landlords massively ill-informed on new EPC rules - new survey](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/MillenialAgents1-400x310.png)
Some 47 per cent of landlords incorrectly believe the need for EPC C rating is only guidance, not the law. That’s the...
18 April 2023
From: Breaking News
![Tax Tips - expert offers landlords guidance as new year beckons](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Tax-Image-400x310.png)
A tax expert has set out top tips for landlords as they embark on a new financial year. Mike Parkes, tax expert...
05 April 2023
From: Breaking News
![Government tells landlords to consider reducing rent if tenants ask](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/UnhappyTenants-400x310.png)
The Scottish Government - which is already implementing a rent cap and eviction ban for the private sector - is now...
03 April 2023
From: Breaking News
![Going Greener – Getting Ahead of Policy starts with Professional Development](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Energy%20and%20Green%20Homes/EcoHomes-2-400x310.png)
Hitting the UK’s net zero carbon objective is an immense task, but one that we must strive for. We all have...
01 April 2023
From: The Big Issues
![What Is Let To Let?](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/ToLetBoard-400x310.png)
Instead of selling your current home and buying a new one, you could look at letting out your own home and...
25 March 2023
From: Agent Advice
![Right To Rent - new guide for landlords in government ‘bundle’](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/HappyLandlord-400x310.png)
The government has pulled together the latest guidance on Right To Rent, appropriate to landlords, lettings agents and home owners who...
24 March 2023
From: Breaking News
![Rental Mediation Scheme flops with almost no users](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/LegalAdvice-400x310.png)
A much-hyped government proposal to introduce a Rental Mediation Service to resolve disputes, sustain tenancies and reduce pressure on the courts...
16 March 2023
From: Breaking News
![Landlords reveal their 'go to' energy efficiency upgrade](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Energy%20and%20Green%20Homes/EPC-3-400x310.png)
With landlords obliged to think increasingly about energy efficiency measures, new data from Legal & General’s surveying team helps identify different...
16 March 2023
From: Breaking News
![Landlords omitted from guidelines to help struggling mortgage payers](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Stressed(F)Tenant-400x310.png)
The Financial Conduct Authority has set out ways in which mortgage lenders can help customers struggling with payments - but landlords...
13 March 2023
From: Breaking News
![HMRC wants details of high-value company-owned rentals](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/HousePrices_400x310.png)
Companies that own UK residential properties have one month to revalue and tell HM Revenue and Customs if any are worth...
01 March 2023
From: Breaking News
![MPs want tax review and courts reform - NRLA approves](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Property-court-400x310.png)
The landlords’ trade body is broadly welcoming some proposals from MPs to reform the private rented sector. Some aspects of the Levelling...
10 February 2023
From: Breaking News
![Will Government ever clarify Energy Efficiency standards for landlords?](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Energy%20and%20Green%20Homes/_EPC5-400x310.png)
As 2025 gradually approaches, the question of how the private rented sector decarbonises and becomes more energy efficient is becoming more...
04 February 2023
From: Legislation & Compliance
![Strict guidelines for AirBnb and holiday let landlords set by council](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Misc/airbnb400x310.jpg)
York council has set out strict guidelines for Airbnb style short lets and for holiday rentals. A statement from the Labour-controlled authority...
03 February 2023
From: Breaking News
![Homes 4 Ukraine - new government guidance for landlord hosts](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Flags%20%26%20Locations/EnglandMap-400x310.png)
This guidance was issued by the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities this week. This guidance is in addition to the...
21 January 2023
From: The Big Issues
![Toddler Tragedy: New guidance on mould to be set out by government](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Police-3-400x310.png)
The government says it’s reviewing landlord guidance on the health risks of damp and mould following the death of two year...
16 January 2023
From: Breaking News
![Planning consent now needed for new HMOs in part of London](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/Buy-to-let-3-400x310.png)
HMOs in the London borough of Brent must now win planning consent and meet a new set of criteria to ensure...
17 November 2022
From: Breaking News
![What Landlords Must Know Ahead of ‘The Big Change’](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/Forecast-400x310.png)
After several months of delays, on December 1 the Renting Homes (Wales) Act - what the Welsh Government is calling the "biggest...
12 November 2022
From: Legislation & Compliance
![Government must help landlords and tenants, mortgage expert insists](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Property%20Market/WomanSavingMoney_400x310.png)
The government must explain how it will help the private rental sector - both landlords and tenants - through the cost...
07 November 2022
From: Breaking News
![Collaboration: key to weathering the private rental crisis](/upload/images/Shutterstock-only%20images/Rental%20Market/DamagedProperty-400x310.png)
The Private Rental Sector is undeniably in need of some assistance, as recent changes to legislation and global events have put...