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Landlords Given Grace Period After Missing Making Tax Digital Deadline
Landlords who miss the new Making Tax Digital deadline have a grace period to organise their finances, with no immediate penalties. Manual record-keeping is no longer accepted for those with income over £50,000.
Propertymark Updates Lone Working Guidance for Estate Agents
Propertymark has released updated lone working advice for estate agents, marking 40 years since Suzy Lamplugh's disappearance. The guidance aims to help agents assess risks and improve safety procedures.
Concerns Raised Over National Landlord Register's Impact on Workload and Fees
Propertymark warns that England's upcoming national landlord register could increase workload and fees for agents and landlords without improving standards.
Right to Buy Council Home Sales Rise 90% Despite Reduced Discounts
Council home sales under Right to Buy in England rose 90% in 2025-2026, reaching 14,275, despite reduced discounts for tenants.
Trade Body Warns Landlord Database May Duplicate Existing Schemes
Propertymark warns that England's planned landlord database could duplicate existing schemes and increase administrative burdens for private landlords.
Half of First-Time Buyers Unaware of Increased Borrowing Power
Research shows half of first-time buyers do not know they could borrow up to £40,000 more than last year, with many unaware of 5% deposit mortgages.
Landlord Achieves £12k Bonus Through Transparent Sale Approach
A London landlord secured nearly £12,000 extra from a property sale by using a transparent process involving tenants, according to a report by Property118.
Hanley Intermediaries and Coventry for Intermediaries Lower Selected Mortgage Rates
Hanley Intermediaries and Coventry for Intermediaries have reduced selected mortgage rates, including residential, self-build, RIO, and buy-to-let products.
Demand for Near Prime Mortgages Increases, Broker Poll Finds
A broker poll by Atom Bank reports rising demand for near prime mortgages, with 81% of brokers seeing more clients with adverse credit or failed credit scores in the past year.
Rightmove Highlights Trends in Overseas Property Investment
Rightmove has published a guide on current trends in overseas property investment, noting both familiar and surprising locations.
Right to Buy Surge May Boost Private Rental Demand
Council home sales under Right to Buy rose by 90% in 2025-26, with local authorities reporting increased revenue. This may impact private rental demand.
Burnley Council Opens Consultation on Selective Licensing Proposals
Burnley council is consulting on selective landlord licensing proposals in three areas, with no decision made yet, according to a councillor.