Private landlords are now facing eviction delays of over eight months, according to new data reported by The Telegraph — and the upcoming Renters’ Rights Bill may further strain the system. Government figures show that in Q4 2024, the average time...

Sarah Elliot, currently CEO of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO), will take the reins as Chief Executive of Shelter this September, following Polly Neate’s impactful seven-year tenure. Elliot brings over 20 years of experience...

The Renters’ Rights Bill is being promoted as tenant-friendly legislation, but housing law expert Des Taylor of Landlord Licensing & Defence argues it’s primarily a revenue-boosting tool for local councils. Speaking at the HMO Action Group...

Shawbrook Group has made an early-stage approach to Starling Bank about a potential £5 billion merger, as it explores alternatives to a sluggish UK stock market for listing. The move, made in the past two months, was informal and lacked detailed...

Young adults aged 25–34 are increasingly prioritising property investment—especially rental properties—over homeownership, driven by rising mortgage costs, high deposits, and a growing focus on wealth-building. Many are using earnings, capital, or...

According to new research by Paragon Bank, landlords are spending an average of £8,500 a year on property improvements — a sign of continued commitment to raising standards across the private rented sector (PRS). Key Findings at a Glance: 44% of...

Decent Homes Standard: Where Do Landlords Stand? At iHowz, we've long had concerns about how the Decent Homes Standard is being applied — especially under the proposed Renters’ Rights Bill. While well-intentioned, the current approach leaves...

The BBC are reporting that Tony Blair called for a major rethink of net zero policies. His intervention in the climate policy debate can be seen here, and represents a significant political moment, particularly given his stature as a former prime...

With the Renters Rights Bill expected to receive Royal Assent some time this year and implementation to follow in stages, the Renters Reform Coalition — a group of pro-tenant organisations including Generation Rent, student unions, Acorn, and...

The House of Commons Library has just released a report on Household debt: Economic indicators. The report can be seen here, and says Household Debt as a Percentage of Disposable IncomeHousehold debt as a share of disposable income has been falling...

New analysis by Savills has revealed that homeowners aged 60 and over are now sitting on a record £2.95 trillion in property wealth. Strikingly, 98 per cent of this is mortgage-free, underlining the scale of the UK's generational housing divide. Of...

Following a recent Court of Appeal case (D'Aubigny v Khan and another, 2025), landlords are reminded of the importance of correctly serving key documents like gas safety certificates, EPCs, and the How to Rent guide. The case confirmed that:...

The Government’s Planning and Infrastructure Bill, introduced in March, proposes major changes to how developers meet environmental obligations. Under the new system, developers will have the option to pay a Nature Restoration Levy into a central...

The Daily Telegraph has reported that the government, via Home Office contractor Serco, is offering landlords in the Midlands, North West, and East of England five-year "full rent" agreements to house asylum seekers. Serco, which already manages...

The Renters’ Rights Bill (RRB) is now making slow progress through Parliament. After a rapid journey through the House of Commons — with the usually lengthy committee stage compressed into just six days (22 October to 5 November 2024) — the Bill...

Published by the National Landlord Investment Show, Kate Faulkner OBE has written a piece entitled 'How will Trump’s Tariffs Affect the Property Market?' It can be seen here, and in summary covers: Tariffs = Global Slowdown?→ Could ease inflation...

The Government have released a report on Stamp Duty (SDLT).  The report can be seen here, and their summary says: Stamp duty land tax (SDLT) is a charge on the purchase of residential property (exclusively used as a dwelling) as well as the...

Property Notify has just released this press release: April 22, 2025 - Kent, UK Despite ongoing national political and economic uncertainties, Kent’s property market continues to demonstrate resilience and opportunities for long-term property...

New figures reveal that Lambeth Council ended housing support for 187 homeless families last year after offering them accommodation with private landlords—leaving many with a stark choice: accept the property or face life on the streets. The data,...

Writing in The Negotiator magazine, Nathan Dawson, Senior Client Compliance Auditor at AST Assistance, questions the problem of tenants not allowing access, saying: The Government has announced plans to restrict housing benefit payments to...