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HMO Landlords Face High Costs Despite Regulation and Tax
Over a quarter of HMO landlords expect to pay a five-figure sum this year, despite ongoing regulatory and tax pressures.
HMRC Data Reveals Rising Landlord Expenses
Landlord Today reports that HMRC data shows landlord expenses are increasing, according to analysis by a lettings agency.
Land Registry Shake-Up Aims to Simplify Property Paperwork
A Land Registry shake-up is expected to make property paperwork easier and more accurate, according to Letting Agent Today.
Deposit Alternative Offered to Tenants in 1,700 UK Homes
A new deal is providing a deposit alternative to tenants in 1,700 homes across 10 sites, according to Letting Agent Today.
Agents Invited to Comment on New Rental Licensing Proposals
Letting agents are being asked to provide feedback on the latest rental licensing proposals, with the consultation closing in early October.
HMO Planning Refusals Double Across English Councils
Planning refusals for HMOs have doubled in five years, according to analysis of 144 English councils by 1st Avenue.
Lettings Platform Completes 10th Acquisition of 2026
A fast-growing lettings platform has made its 10th acquisition of 2026, involving a well-known London agency, according to Letting Agent Today.
Commuter Towns Near Glasgow and Manchester Lead Asking Price Growth
Rightmove data shows the strongest asking price growth in commuter towns around Glasgow and Manchester, while London asking prices have fallen year-on-year.
Student Rental Market Disrupted by Renters’ Rights Act
Industry experts warn the Renters’ Rights Act has disrupted the student rental market, particularly affecting international students due to a ban on rent in advance.
NRLA Urges Landlord Tax Reform to Support Private Rented Sector
The NRLA has proposed landlord tax reforms to encourage investment and increase rental housing supply, including changes to Capital Gains Tax and energy efficiency incentives.
Call for PRS Database to Include Rent and Eviction Data
A group of organisations has urged the government to expand the PRS Database to include rent and eviction data, according to Property118.
US Renters Move to UK in Search of Cheaper Rents, Says Goodlord
Research by Goodlord finds more US renters are moving to the UK for cheaper rents, based on analysis of over 300,000 tenancy agreements.