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 […]
In 2026 the UK residential investment landscape continues to be shaped by structural undersupply, affordability pressures, and regulatory change. Within this environment, high-quality, professionally managed Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) have emerged as one of the most resilient and compelling income-focused asset classes. This is no longer a volume or […]
Your home is likely to be one of your biggest financial assets, so when you’re buying, it’s important to think about how desirable and, therefore, valuable it will be in the future when you come to sell or pass it on. The biggest driver of a property’s increase in value […]
Buy-to-let lending growth matches first-time buyers and home movers, as landlord demand holds firm The latest market analysis from Alexander Hall has revealed that buy-to-let mortgage lending has grown at an average quarterly rate of 7% over the last year, matching the pace of growth seen across both first-time buyer and home […]
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 […]
