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

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 8 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 9 days 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 15 days 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 16 days 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 23 days 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 28 days ago

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

Autumn Budget 2025 - Property Tax for Sellers and Buyers

Published 29 days ago

Speculation about property tax reform is building ahead of the Autumn Budget on 26 November. From stamp duty shake-ups to possible council tax changes, higher-value sellers are already feeling the effects. Here’s what we know, what we don’t, and why it matters for today’s market.

Let there be light this autumn

Published about 1 month ago

The significance of the 22nd September probably escaped your notice but you may already be feeling its effects. It’s the date the Autumn Equinox fell this year and from now until the Spring Equinox, nights will be longer than days.

The Renters’ Rights Bill - What Landlords Need to Know in 2025

Published about 1 month ago

The government’s Renters’ Rights Bill is moving through Parliament and could reshape the private rented sector from 2026. Here’s what UK landlords need to know about no-fault evictions, periodic tenancies, rent increases, and how to prepare for the biggest changes in years.

First-time buyers stretch repayment terms for forever homes

Published about 1 month ago

New analysis has revealed an interesting shift in the purchasing habits of first-time buyers. Instead of buying a traditional starter home – a studio, a one-bedroom flat or a small terraced house – Barclays found a third of first-timer purchases are semi-detached homes.

Converting a garage: 8 key considerations

Published about 1 month ago

Earlier this year, Aviva published the results of its survey on how we use our garages. Of those UK garage owners questioned, 28% said they hardly ever used their garage to park their car.

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