Landlords tighten tenant selection following new Act
Landlords are implementing stricter tenant selection criteria following the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act this month, according to new research from the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA). A survey…
Landlord rental income rises 23% as arrears affect 850,000
Average landlord rental income increased by 23% in the year to March 2026, though nearly 850,000 landlords experienced rent arrears during the same period, according to new research. Data from…
Nottingham licensing scheme claims £4.62 return per £1 spent
Nottingham City Council has published a Social Return on Investment study claiming its landlord licensing schemes generated £114.9 million in social value from a £24.9 million investment between 2020 and…
Fragmented data systems increase costs for landlords
Disconnected property data systems are creating operational risks and increasing costs for landlords as new compliance requirements take effect, according to industry analysis. The Renters’ Rights Act and Making Tax…
Saudi Arabia opens property market to foreign buyers
Saudi Arabia has introduced a legal framework allowing foreign nationals to purchase property in designated zones across the Kingdom, marking a significant shift in one of the world’s largest real…
Private rental sector doubles as families replace young singles
Britain’s private rented sector has more than doubled in size since 2000, with families now constituting a significant proportion of tenants, according to new research from the Resolution Foundation. The…
OneDome launches first television advertising campaign
Homebuying platform OneDome has launched its first television advertising campaign on Channel 4, backed by a £7.5 million media-for-equity partnership. The campaign, titled “The New Way”, features a narrative depicting…
Bradford landlord convicted of HMO safety violations
A 76-year-old Bradford landlord with a history of housing regulation breaches has been found guilty of multiple offences relating to poor conditions at three of his houses in multiple occupation…
Land Registry issues warning over conveyancer deed failures
The Land Registry has warned conveyancers that repeated failures to properly check property deeds or instances of losing them could result in referrals for disciplinary investigation. Serene Rollins, Assistant Registrar…
Greater Manchester mayor’s rental property funded via expenses
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham’s housing policy positions have come under renewed scrutiny following reports that he purchased a London rental property with assistance from the parliamentary expenses system. According…