L ettings agents and mortgage brokers will play a decisive role in helping landlords prepare for tougher Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES), according to Dr Neil Cobbold, Commercial Director of Reapit, a leading estate agency software provider
Speaking on Eco Approach's recent webinar, " Green homes – how can landlords prepare for stricter energy efficiency standards? "...
The introduction of Awaab's Law in October 2025 has marked a pivotal moment for the UK housing and construction sectors. Named after Awaab Ishak, whose tragic death in 2020 was linked to prolonged exposure to mould in his home, the new legislation sets strict timelines for social landlords to investigate and repair damp and mould issues. Beyond compliance, it signals a cultural shift: a...
With the Renters' Rights Bill now officially an Act, landlords across England and Wales are being urged to make sure they are ready for one of the most significant shake-ups in rental legislation for decades. Although the new rules have not yet been implemented, the first stage of the Renters' Rights Act comes into force on 1 May 2026. Leaders is encouraging landlords who aren't already...
Millennial and Gen Z landlords now make up 60% [1] of new buy-to-let investors in England and Wales. However, new analysis from Just Landlords reveals that many may be relying on social media for investment guidance, sparking concerns that they could be missing out on professional advice and vital legal know-how.
There are currently over 516,000 posts under #PropertyInvestment on...
Marc von Grundherr, Director of Benham and Reeves, commented:
"The Renters' Rights Bill has been a painfully protracted process for everyone involved and, during this time, the nation's landlords have been left wondering where they stand and what the future might hold for their investments.
At least we now seem to be heading towards some greater certainty, with MPs having...
Pumpkin candles and party lights blamed for surge in October rental blazes
Forum Insurance are warning landlords to prepare for a rise in accidental fires this Halloween, as candles, decorative lights and overloaded plugs cause damage running into thousands of pounds.
According to the Home Office, more than 1,000 candle fires are reported each year, with October among the highest-...
With the Labour government set to overhaul planning regulations in order to pave the way for delivery on its ambitious housing targets, property development is expected to accelerate over the coming months and years. With this, developer demand for flexible short-term property finance is going to increase. As such, Excellion Capital , the boutique debt advisory and investment firm, has...
By Allison Thompson, National Lettings Managing Director, Leaders Romans Group
Over recent years, as successive governments have tightened lettings legislation and increased the tax burden on landlords, some with investment properties have reduced their profits. And now, with the cost-of-living crisis, mortgage rates at their highest level for well over a decade and the Renters (...
Landlords’ rights to reclaim their property after tenant misconduct are to be strengthened thanks to a forthcoming law. First announced in the Queen’s Speech in December 2019, the introduction of the Renters Reform Bill represents a key moment in the evolution of the rental sector.
What the New Legislation Proposes
The bill’s primary objective is to establish a fair and...
