The latest research from Propoly forecasts that 2026 will see a 7.6% increase in the number of companies set up to hold buy-to-let portfolios, as landlords and investors seek out more favourable tax arrangements, liability protections, and easier portfolio management ahead of the new tax year and the impactful rollout of the […]
The latest research from Benham and Reeves shows that despite the imminent rollout of Making Tax Digital and the Renters’ Rights Act bringing new levels of compliance, regulation, and control over their properties, buy-to-let landlords are still buying up property assets at an increased rate, with the total buy-to-let mortgage value being […]
In the last quarter of 2025, the Government held a consultation on its proposed home buying and selling reforms, and the feedback is now being analysed. They recognise that the buying and selling process is currently “long, complicated and frustrating”, with offer to completion taking an average of around four months and […]
Landlords are being encouraged to respect tenant privacy ahead of the Renters’ Rights Bill, according to new analysis from Hiscox examining tenant and landlord discussions on Reddit. To help landlords navigate the evolving rental landscape, specialist insurer Hiscox analysed more than 1,000 tenant conversations on Reddit. The research provides a snapshot of […]
Landlords with properties near the coast often face repair patterns that differ significantly from those experienced inland. Salt-laden air, elevated humidity and sustained exposure to moisture create conditions in which damp can develop more quickly and spread further through the building fabric. What may present as minor condensation in a […]
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27th October 2025 and will introduce major reforms to private renting in England. The first raft of measures affecting tenants will come into force on 1st May this year. So, whether you currently have a tenancy agreement or are planning to […]
On 28th October 2025, the Renters’ Rights Bill was passed into law, and it is now the Renters’ Rights Act. Changes to legislation resulting from this new Act will take effect from May 2026. This will affect landlords and how they let out their property, and it is worthwhile being […]
Landlord tax is a hugely complicated area, so if you are investing in buy-to-let or renting out any property you own, it’s well worth consulting a specialist property tax adviser. They can help ensure you: Own, let, take income and realise gains from your investment in the most tax-efficient way […]
2026 will be defined by a series of challenges for those investing in the rental sector. According to UK rental services provider Housing Hand, while none of the challenges are insurmountable, the year ahead will require careful navigation and a range of de-risking measures. “From an investment perspective, certainty is […]
Landlords should earmark a quarter of rental income for maintenance and repairs. As the Renters’ Rights Bill is passed into law, increasing the demands and expectations of landlords – not least when it comes to the proper upkeep of their properties – new research from Adiuvo, the UK’s leading provider of […]
