The Latest Private Rented Sector News

Renters (Reform) Bill to Hold Landlords Accountable for Rent-to-Rent Schemes
In a significant development poised to reshape the landscape of rent-to-rent schemes, the Renters (Reform) Bill is expected to place

House Buyer Demand Surges by 11% Zoopla Analysis Reveals
In a notable upswing, buyer demand has witnessed an 11% surge this month in comparison to February of the previous

Generation Rent Urges Mayors to Seize Rogue Landlord’s Properties
In a recent briefing to candidates vying for Metro Mayor positions in major cities, the Generation Rent campaign has called

Nearly 40% of Portfolio Landlords Plan to Expand in 2024
In a promising sign for the buy-to-let (BTL) market, data from Paragon Bank reveals that almost four in 10 portfolio

Call to Provide Tax Relief for Landlords Investing in Energy Efficiency
In a bid to incentivize landlords to enhance the energy efficiency of their rental properties, tax accountants Blick Rothenberg are

Agent Challenges Controversial Scottish Safety Regulations for Landlords
In a contentious move, an Edinburgh letting agent, managing over 650 rental properties, has criticized the recent amendments to safety

Propertymark Warns About Potential Student Rental Crisis
In the face of a looming crisis in the student rental market, Propertymark, the professional body for the property sector,

UK House Prices See Decline Year on Year but Are Up This Month
Government data from the UK House Price Index reveals a 1.4% year-on-year dip in house prices across the country, contrasting

London Landlords Respond to Increased Availability with Rent Reductions
In a promising turn for tenants, London landlords have kicked off the new year by lowering rental prices, with a

Propertymark Advocates Specialized Housing Courts to Speed Up Resolutions
In a bid to streamline the legal process surrounding housing disputes, Propertymark is urging the UK Government to establish specialized