Landlord News
Renters' Rights Act Prompts Landlords to Reconsider Property Portfolios, Goodlord Finds
More than a quarter of UK landlords are reducing their property portfolios or have already done so over the past year, according to research published by lettings technology provider Goodlord.
Birmingham's £240,000 Fire-Safety Fine Sends Warning to Residential Property Owners
A property company has been fined £240,000 after failing to comply with a Birmingham City Council Improvement Notice requiring fire-detection upgrades across three residential tower blocks at Solihull Heights.
New Right to Rent Guidance Takes Effect for Landlords Across England
New Right to Rent guidance for landlords and letting agents in England came into effect on 1 October 2026.
England's New Rental Property Register Set to Begin Rollout in December
A new rental property registration service in England is scheduled to begin its rollout on 15 December 2026
Landlords Are Selling Properties at the Fastest Rate in a Decade, New Data Suggests
The number of rental properties being sold by landlords has reportedly reached its highest level in a decade, according to new property-market analysis.
Buy-to-Let Lender Cuts Selected Rates as Landlords Reassess Financing Costs
A recent reduction in selected buy-to-let mortgage rates offers landlords a reminder that financing conditions can vary between lenders and product types
UK Rents Keep Rising: Why Tenants Are Still Feeling the Pressure in 2026
While the latest UK house-price figures suggest that the sales market is losing momentum, the rental market is telling a different story.
Landlords Required to Upgrade EPC Ratings to C by 2028
New regulations could force 2.5 million rental properties to undergo energy upgrades.
Renters Reform Bill: What Landlords Need to Know
Abolition of Section 21, new grounds for possession, and a landlord redress scheme.
Top Insurance Policies for Landlords in 2025
We compare the best landlord insurance providers for buildings, contents, and rent guarantee.
How to Handle Tenant Disputes Without Going to Court
Mediation and alternative dispute resolution can save time and money.
The Impact of Short-Term Lets on Local Communities
Airbnb hosts face new restrictions in popular tourist areas.