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What The Renters’ Rights Act Means For Landlords In 2026

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is now law and will bring the biggest changes to the private rented sector in over 30 years. Section 21 is being abolished, fixed-term tenancies are ending, rent increases will be restricted, and new rules on advertising, compliance, pets, and enforcement are on the way. This article breaks down the key dates, what’s changing, and what landlords need to do to prepare.

Ltd status seized by young landlords

Published 2 days ago

Private landlords are alive and well – and they are younger than you think. In 2024, analysis completed by the national accountancy group, UHY Hacker Young, found more than 3,000 landlords in the UK were aged 21 or younger. Collectively, they earned more than £66 million from their rental income.

Buying with school places in mind: an updated guide for 2025

Published 9 days ago

In the UK, the school admission process involves a parent or caregiver having a permanent, valid address and many families will pre-empt this requirement by moving to improve their chances of getting a place at their favoured school.

Wellingborough Property Market Report - Novemeber 2025

Published 14 days ago

October’s Wellingborough data shows stable prices (£273k avg ask), 12% ask-sold gap, rising stock, and easing rents as the market balances into winter.

Latest: November property market report

Published 16 days ago

All eyes have been on the House of Commons when it comes to property. After lengthy debate, detail and adaptation, the Renters’ Rights Bill became an Act on 27nd October 2025. Its contents will mainly affect lettings in England and Wales but the discrimination ban protecting tenants with children and tenants in receipt of benefits will also apply in Scotland.

Rodents & renters: how to stop pests coming into rental properties

Published 23 days ago

Landlords have a duty of care to keep buy-to-lets in a fit and habitable state, as detailed in the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Housing Act 2004. Responsibilities include preventing mice and rats from entering the property and addressing an infestation that is a result of sub-standard living conditions.

Changes to EICR Regulations - What Landlords Need to Know

Published 29 days ago

New changes to EICR regulations take effect from 1 November 2025, increasing fines and strengthening enforcement for landlords in the private rented sector. Learn what’s changing, how to stay compliant, and what steps to take before the deadline.

Create a Cotswold-inspired home wherever you live

Published about 1 month ago

When it comes to fashionable places to live in the UK, one current location is having its moment: the Cotswolds. This designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty sits between Bath, Cheltenham, Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon, covering 790 square miles.

Renters (Reform) Bill Nears the Finish Line: What the Latest Changes Mean

Published about 1 month ago

The Renters (Reform) Bill is in its final stage in Parliament, marking the biggest shake-up of England’s rental market in over 30 years. Due to receive Royal Assent later this autumn, the Bill will abolish Section 21 “no-fault” evictions, introduce open-ended tenancies, extend the Decent Homes Standard to private rentals, and raise the rent-arrears eviction threshold to three months. Together, these measures are set to redefine the balance between landlords and tenants across England

Ambitious buying & selling reforms outlined

Published about 1 month ago

The Government has just launched two consultations on how it could change the property buying and selling process in England and Wales. It has acknowledged that the process is too slow, too costly and too fragile.

Latest: October property market report

Published about 1 month ago

September marked a return to our normal routines after the summer break. Were our minds refocused on finding a new home? How have values changed? Here’s a summary of the property market as we head into the last third of 2025.

Wellingborough Property Market Update - October 2025

Published about 2 months ago

Wellingborough’s market steadied in September 2025 with £274,950 average asking prices, 21% ask-sold gap, and longer 8½-week selling times.

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