The Latest Private Rented Sector News

Problems with our phones Friday 25th July
You might experience some issues trying to contact NetRent by phone today Friday 25th July. This is due to continuing

Landlords Seriously Underestimating Impact of Upcoming Law
A leading national lettings agency has issued a stark warning to landlords, claiming many are dangerously unprepared for the sweeping

Why HMO Investment Is Shaping the Future of Rental Property
In recent years, the dynamics of the rental market have evolved dramatically. Rising demand, constrained supply, and escalating rents have

Landlords Slam ‘Stasi-Style’ Surprise Inspections Backed by Lords
New powers could see council officers enter rented homes without warning in sweeping expansion of enforcement tactics. In a move

Survey Says Rents Have Risen £221 Per Month in Three Years
The cost of renting a home in the UK has jumped by an average of £221 per month over the

Landlords Buying More Homes as Rent Hikes Ease and Tenant Struggles Decline
Landlords are increasing their property portfolios at a faster rate this year, with new figures showing they purchased an average

Rightmove Cuts 2025 House Price Forecast, Landlords Could See Long-Term Gains
Property portal Rightmove has revised down its 2025 UK house price growth forecast from 4% to 2%, pointing to a

Is the Rental Market Easing as Landlords Expand Portfolios?
New data suggests a potential easing of pressure in the UK’s rental market, with an increasing number of landlords expanding

London’s Rental Crunch: The Lessons the UK Needs to Understand
A deepening crisis in the capital’s rental housing market is sparking alarm, as new figures reveal a sharp drop in

Leaseholders Launch Legal Battle Over Alleged Secret Insurance Commissions
Thousands of Flat Owners Seek Compensation from Major Freeholders Thousands of flat owners across the UK are launching a multi-million-pound