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Nick Woodward, director of lettings at Essential Living, gives insights into why renting may be the best option for many. 1. Responsibility...

A tribunal case has ended with fines imposed on two landlords - Nigel William Harry Hobbs and James Robert Hobbs -...

Consultation time is short for landlords wanting to comment on a new licensing scheme proposed for Scunthorpe. The public consultation closes at...

There wasn’t much by way of good news in the Spring Budget for landlords and property investors last month. Although some rumours...

National Landlord Investment Show has announced that the former Leader of the Conservative Party, the Rt Hon Sir Iain Duncan Smith,...

Law firm Bishop & Sewell is hosting a webinar to give leaseholders information and advice about the Right to Manage, a...

In the recent landlord sentiment survey conducted by the Property Redress Scheme, it came as no surprise to me to discover...

Property logbook company Chimni is trialling a new form of Digital Property Logbook aimed at the rental markets.   The new logbooks...

A council has prosecuted a landlord for letting out two HMOs without a licence and failing to comply with HMO Management...

A controversial wealth management company claims that almost two thirds of private tenants have suffered a deterioration in their mental and...

A Labour council in London has issued a statement appearing to celebrate its role cracking down on landlords. The statement from Brent...

A fire and rescue service has successfully prosecuted a landlord for failing to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order...

Landlords can benefit from a wealth of free training, courtesy of a north of England council. Cumberland council is providing the training...

The Property Redress Scheme, one of two approved ombudsman-style schemes for the private rental sector, has published the findings from a...

A new additional HMO licensing scheme is about to hit landlords in part of London.  Haringey council claims its initiative aims to...

There’s been a large rise in complaints and a huge increase in compensation according to figures out today from the Property...

The management of BTL properties, whether it's a modest collection of three units or a more sizable portfolio of fifteen, can...

If interest rate rises weren’t enough to drive landlords out the market, mounting maintenance costs could be. Various studies and surveys have...

Another council is consulting about a controversial selective licensing scheme.  North Lincolnshire council says the proposed scheme is “designed to improve housing...

In September the Prime Minister announced that landlords will no longer be required to meet the minimum EPC minimum energy rating...

A London council has successfully prosecuted two landlords who failed to comply with a planning enforcement notice originally issued against substandard...

Yet another council is consulting on whether to continue a selective licensing scheme. The scheme applies to several areas of Burnley and...

Landlords play a crucial role in providing safe and comfortable housing for tenants while also managing rental properties effectively. Staying informed...

A council is reminding prospective tenants about the importance of making sure their next shared rental is licensed as a house...

A council has prosecuted a landlord for letting two HMOs without a licence and failing to comply with HMO Management Regulations.Mohammed...

Deciding on a residence in the bustling city of London is no small feat, especially when faced with the dichotomy of...

The Housing Ombudsman has found severe maladministration by One Housing Group in its record keeping following the its failure to conduct...

Activists in the Generation Rent campaign says big city Mayors should “tackle the worst landlords and seize their properties.” It also wants...

Renting out dangerous properties in Cardiff has cost two landlords thousands of pounds. Rowshanara Begum has been fined £20,000 at Cardiff Magistrates'...

Bristol’s controversial Labour council is extending previous licensing schemes to other parts of the city at some £1,800 HMO per licence...

Two new forums to forge closer bonds between council and landlords in North Yorkshire are to take place in the coming...

Although SDLT receipts have been volatile in recent years, the property tax’s effectiveness as a revenue-raiser for the Government is not...

Landlords are selling up in significant volumes these days - partly to cash in on capital appreciation, but mostly thanks to...

A recent survey by digital mortgage lender, Molo, revealed that nearly 60% of UK landlords have seen a rise in late...

In the buy to let market, success goes beyond the transaction of paying rent. Ultimately, fostering a healthy landlord-tenant relationship can...

The landlord of a flat has been ordered to pay a total of £3,287 for failing to carry out repairs.  Carlo Ykhlef,...

The Renters Reform Bill will not go for its Third Reading in the House of Commons for at least another fortnight. The...

One might immediately answer 'no' to this question, but does the HMO property industry possess adequate understanding of this delicate subject...

The chartered surveyor team at Stokemont is giving advice on potential pitfalls in new build homes.  This is from RICS-accredited valuer Bradley...

A prominent London-focused agent and property consultant says landlords are prioritising long term ‘tenant quality’ over short term yields. Jo Eccles, founder...

A short lets management service is making a pitch to win landlords who let out just one, two or three properties...

New additional and selective licensing schemes are to be considered by the controversial Bristol city council. The council’s Labour Mayor - Marvin...

The UK’s private rental sector grapples with a surge in waiting times for contractor appointments, according to industry supplier Fixflo.  A new...

The capital gains tax allowance will be cut on April 6 from £6,000 to £3,000, so more people will pay CGT. The...

Newham council in London has won what it calls a landmark case against a convicted rogue landlord. The court has dismissed the...

The yo-yo economic news is now casting doubt on whether the Bank of England will cut base rate as quickly as...

Landlords, being key players in the housing sector, can make a significant impact by fostering a greener mindset among their tenants....

The latest HomeLet rental index begins 2024 with a glimmer of hope for tenants as rents have fallen for the second...

The National Residential Landlords Association haas revealed two new appointments which it says “will enhance the service to its members as...

Middlesbrough is the latest council wanting to expand its landlord licensing regime. It’s consulting on extending its existing scheme to another ward. The...

Online rental platform Lettingaproperty is telling landlords to take a strategic approach to property management in 2024, to help tnavigate legislative...

A new council licensing scheme has been given the go ahead by the government. Peterborough council’s selective licensing scheme will be run...

According to a London property management company, the profile of renters in prime London is varying hugely.  Glenfield Property Management says that...

By Luke Lightfoot, Regional Director of Asset Management at Sigma Capital As the fastest growing sub-sector in the UK rental market, it’s...

A business consultancy claims the HMNRC Self-Assessment helpline - set up to assist those compiling and filing tax returns as the...

Former housing minister Rachel Maclean - the victim of a shock sacking by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak last month - has...

A local authority is hosting a free event for local landlords which will give them insights into latest developments in the...

A council has secured a banning order against a landlord, taking effect almost immediately. The order is against Grzegorz Surminski, a landlord...

Newcastle council is seeking new members of its Landlord Accreditation Scheme, which it claims recognises and rewards “reputable landlords who offer...

Almost all landlords letting out properties in a London borough will soon be legally required to have a selective license. It’s one...

Property investment is a dynamic and diverse field, offering numerous opportunities for investors to grow their wealth. At Mortgage Scout, we...

A controversial licensing scheme is due to come into force tomorrow - just as the council administering it has declared itself...

The government claims that millions of homeowners in England and Wales will be given greater rights, powers, and protections over their...

A council in Wales is making changes to the system it uses to encourage private landlords to lease their properties to...

A council’s version of a private lettings agency is inviting landlords to an event co-organised by the National Residential Landlords Association. Ashford...

A landlord has been hit with an £11,800 fine for operating an HMO without a licence. Stoke-on-Trent council launched an investigation into...

Lost in the noise of the King’s Speech, the general pledge to reform the leasehold system, and the subsequent political turmoil...

How can letting agents attract new landlords when they’re all selling their portfolios? That’s a major question for the lettings industry –...

Stockton-on-Tees is the latest council seeking people's views on the introduction of Selective Licensing for private rented housing. It launched a consultation...

A landlord and a property management company have been found guilty of putting tenants at risk after a council probe. Kensington and...

An Airbnb survey first reported last week on Landlord Today has exploded into a national newspaper controversy. Airbnb claims that almost 80...

HMO landlords in Portsmouth are being urged to apply for a new licence before the grace period ends on December 1. Additional...

A landlord has been found guilty of operating eight unlicensed HMOs and a range of breaches of the HMO Management Regulations. Northampton...

Next month Ben Beadle, chief executive of the National Residential Landlords Association, will be one of the experts at an Agent...

Who are you and what does it say on your business card? Louis Musgrove – Group Managing Director   What is Southernbrook Lettings and...

A council has been slammed for its “absolutely outrageous” failure to stop the eviction of up to 80 tenants - a...

Who are you, and what does it say on your business card? I'm Ashley Day, the Director of Bristol Property Centre.   What is...

A rogue landlord and his company have been found guilty of failing to licence an HMO and breaches of management regulations. Broadland...

A council has prosecuted four landlords in three days, with convictions secured for seven offences. Harold Mews Management Ltd of Margate was...

Next weekend sees a crash course event for landlords to bring them up to date with the 160 pieces of legislation...

Shelter has published what it calls a General Election manifesto with rent controls at its heart. Called The Way Home: a manifesto to...

The rise of platforms such as Airbnb has opened up new possibilities to generate extra income by renting out spaces.  From spare...

Landlords and managing agents operating in South Warwickshire are being encouraged to take part in the next industry forum on Wednesday...

A prominent lettings agent is urging landlords to stay vigilant for changes to the Renters Reform Bill now that Parliament is...

The National Residential Landlords Association is moving into PropTech by providing a platform for safety compliance and one for managing aspects...

A wealth management organisation has raised the spectre that some families may end up overpaying inheritance tax. And with property wealth being...

A council has issued financial penalties of over £20,000 to landlords failing to manage their properties.   Three of the four cases...

In the ever-evolving landscape of rental property management, UK landlords are facing significant changes. Most recently these changes include new energy...

A criminal businessman has been given a London council’s first ever landlord banning order. Property dealer Jaydipkumar Rameshchandra Valand, who lives in...

A landlord responsible for the management of an HMO has been fined a total of £5,000. The penalties were imposed by Boston...

The National Residential Landlords Association is backing a call for financial help for landlords who improve the energy efficiency of their...

There’s been a large increase in the number of complaints registered with The Property Ombudsman - with lettings agents in the...

Sheffield council has prosecuted a rogue landlord for a second time after he was failing to provide appropriate documentation to a...

The challenges facing the property market right now are well reported; from rising interest rates pushing up mortgage payments to a...

A controversial licensing scheme will come into force this winter with the blessing of Housing Secretary Michael Gove. Nottingham council’s selective licensing...

A housing trust says landlords fed up with higher taxes and red tape should not sell up but instead lease their...

A landlord who did not hold licences for her six properties, has ended up with a criminal conviction and a hefty...

A pressure group within the Labour Party wants a future government to provide £15 billion over 10 years to allow half...

An attempt to introducing statutory licensing for Airbnbs and some other tourist accommodation has got a frosty reception. The Welsh Government -...

A landlord and three property management companies have been fined approaching £80,000 for health and safety failings. Mohammed Ali Abbas Rasool, Cadogan...