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Crimestoppers’ figures reveal that there have already been 6,058 reports on suspicions of energy theft so far this year (January –...

A landlord who persistently failed to license several rented properties has had the homes seized by Merton council in south London,...

A property inventory provides details on the condition of a property and its contents which is carried out at the beginning...

Increasing numbers of savvy buyers are snapping up property at auction but it’s important people should do their homework first or...

Housing has emerged as a key talking point during Labour's first few days in government. This comes at a fractious time for...

The police have issued a 16-point guide for landlords to identify and guard against their properties being used as cannabis farms. This...

As July heats up, so does the pressure for many to meet critical financial deadlines.  James O’Brennan a finance expert from Federal...

The police are urging landlords and tenants to be extra vigilant following a number of reports of rental scams. Since the start...

Several lenders have revised their products as competition for buy to let landlords hots up. Melton Building Society has launched four new...

The days of simply listing your property on Airbnb and waiting for the bookings to roll-in are sadly over. With the...

What is a property inventory? A property inventory is a detailed document that records the condition of a property and its contents...

A property industry commentator has given a five point guide to landlords faced with rising arrears from tenants. And one of them...

HMRC is appealing to landlords to file Self Assessment tax returns early - and claims there are benefits to doing so. In...

Propertymark has issued a guide to tenants about their rights to have a pet.  A statement from trade body Propertymark says that...

The Bank of England says one in four mortgages will end when the mortgage borrower is in retirement, as more people...

Landlord Alert: Section 21 appeal may have far-reaching consequences  A case being considered by the Court of Appeal could have far reaching...

Congratulations on taking the leap into becoming a landlord! Property investing offers numerous benefits, from generating passive income to building long-term...

The Eco Experts have come up with four ways to improve a home’s Energy Performance Certificate. 1. Add an insulating jacket to...

A call has gone out from an industry group for landlords and letting agents to be sure they know the distinctions...

A new guide from Propertymark explains the rights which private rental tenants have - and sets out how they can challenge...

Consultation time is short for landlords wanting to comment on a new licensing scheme proposed for Scunthorpe. The public consultation closes at...

In the recent landlord sentiment survey conducted by the Property Redress Scheme, it came as no surprise to me to discover...

A charity is calling for landlord licensing schemes which cost enough to fund annual inspections, and the issuing of “sentencing guidelines”...

Lots and lots, is the short answer. I think the more you know, the more you're armed with information and knowledge,...

In a final call on the Chancellor to help the private rental sector in today’s Budget, the National Residential Landlords Association...

Zoopla’s latest market snapshot, used as a guide to capital appreciation by some landlords, says there’s now a three-tier housing market...

Landlords are selling up in significant volumes these days - partly to cash in on capital appreciation, but mostly thanks to...

If you're thinking of investing in a holiday home this year, there can be a lot to consider. From gathering insight to...

Newham council in London has won what it calls a landmark case against a convicted rogue landlord. The court has dismissed the...

The think tank Policy Connect is warning that landlords have reported that sub-standard carbon monoxide alarms are persistently available online, leaving...

Landlords, being key players in the housing sector, can make a significant impact by fostering a greener mindset among their tenants....

Airbnb has taken further steps to get in the good books of HMRC by issuing a guide on tax for its...

With 3.5 million UK adults planning major home improvements in 2024, an energy expert has shared seven adjustments that can properties more sustainable.  The...

Letting agents’ trade body Propertymark has issued a warning to the rental sector about scams based on energy efficiency measures.  An increase...

An additional licensing scheme for HMOs has come into effect in a London borough.  The new scheme will cover properties in Greenwich which...

There are now fewer than 35 days until self employed workers - including many landlords - will need to submit their...

New research from a construction professional body shows a large proportion of people would not buy a newly built property due...

A lack of Energy Performance Certificate enforcement is putting tenants at risk from high energy costs or cold homes, according to...

Campaigning charity Shelter is nearing a controversial signature threshold in its petition about the Renters Reform Bill. It now has over 123,000 of...

Property investment is a dynamic and diverse field, offering numerous opportunities for investors to grow their wealth. At Mortgage Scout, we...

New data shows it takes over half a year for courts to process legitimate possession claims made by private landlords. According to...

HMRC has produced this material for landlords concerned at the prospect of self-assessment  - What is Self Assessment and why do I need...

New guidance has been launched on how to conduct thorough electrical safety checks on private rentals, and how to report any...

The Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities says a new How To Rent guide will be issued today, October 2. Private...

The rise of platforms such as Airbnb has opened up new possibilities to generate extra income by renting out spaces.  From spare...

Rental sector organisations have been given an indication by the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities that a new How...

New directives issued by the government put the emphasis firmly on private landlords to take responsibility for issues of damp and...

It’s hardly surprising that the property auction market has seen an increase in activity in recent years, with buyers looking to...

A body called the Landlord Leaders Community - and appearing at first sight a little like a new trade group - is...

Families opt to rent so they can move fast to buy a home close to London’s top schools, according to a...

In the ever-evolving landscape of rental property management, UK landlords are facing significant changes. Most recently these changes include new energy...

HMRC has prepared a guide to landlords’ and other property professionals’ self-assessment.  Here’s the guide in its entirety. - The year is flying by...

Landlords pulling out of buy to let because of high costs and overbearing regulation now have a guide to how quickly...

As UK homeowners commit to more sustainable sources of energy, the number of homes installing rooftop solar panels reached its highest...

The letting agents’ trade body ARLA Propertymark is urging the government to regulate Airbnb and other short let platforms but to...

According to the latest English Housing Survey there were 495,000 second homes in the UK in 2018/19 – a figure said to...

A warning is going out today from the UK’s largest property auctioneer about the sensible pricing of property coming to the...

Airbnb has linked up with Neighbourhood Watch in a bid to stamp out anti-social behaviour in short lets this summer. As part...

With the cost-of-living crisis causing household bills to increase nationwide, many Britons are worried and concerned about the soaring energy prices...

This year is set to bring sweeping rental reforms that will change the face of lettings forever. Landlords should be following...

HMRC has contacted Landlord Today to make a direct appeal to readers to explain the benefits of submitting their 2022 to...

With spring in the air, adjudicators at The Deposit Protection Service have revealed some of the interesting and unusual tenancy deposit...

One of the UK governments has backed a call for private landlords to get cash help to meet new Minimum Energy...

The auction arm of one of Britain’s largest agency groups says its seen a positive first third of the year. First For...

The National Residential Landlords Association and the Tenancy Deposit Scheme have produced what they call a comprehensive spring cleaning guide for...

The managing director of a major holiday lets firm is urging landlords to make their properties dog friendly if they want...

Instead of selling your current home and buying a new one, you could look at letting out your own home and...

A new How To Rent guide has been released today by the Department of Levelling Up, Housing and Communities. Trade bodies were...

The government has pulled together the latest guidance on Right To Rent, appropriate to landlords, lettings agents and home owners who...

The government has indicated that the delayed publication of the latest How To Rent document is to be Friday March 24. The...

The government has delayed publication of the latest How To Rent document - it had been expected today.  The How to Rent...

A new How To Rent guide is to be issued on Friday, according to a government communication with the National Residential...

The Financial Conduct Authority has set out ways in which mortgage lenders can help customers struggling with payments - but landlords...

The first two months of the year have seen a 74 per cent rise in the number of lots offered at...

The Competition and Markets Authority is launching a three month probe into the workings of the private rental sector. It says the focus...

York council has set out strict guidelines for Airbnb style short lets and for holiday rentals.   A statement from the Labour-controlled authority...

It’s the time of year when everyone is rushing to meet the self-assessment deadlines. Unfortunately, experience shows that there will be...

The consumer service Which? Has taken the unusual approach of setting out a 12 point guide to landlords about how to...

The Tenancy Deposit Service and the National Residential Landlords Association have produced a guide to improving energy efficiency in rented properties. Although...

Residents in social and affordable housing are being given the chance to buy a share in their home for the first...

The director of an auction house says the market has taken “a massive hit” with tough times ahead in 2023. Andrew Binstock...

Many landlords have welcomed the zero deposit insurance concept - but is this being damaged by the pressure-selling techniques of some...

Increasing numbers of lenders are now offering incentives to win the business of landlords with good, or improving, EPC ratings. In what...

HMOs in the London borough of Brent must now win planning consent and meet a new set of criteria to ensure...

After several months of delays, on December 1 the Renting Homes (Wales) Act - what the Welsh Government is calling the "biggest...

HMRC has contacted Landlord Today to make a direct appeal to readers to complete accurate and timely tax returns. A spokesperson says:...

HMRC is intensifying its efforts to track down landlords with undisclosed income, a financial consultancy claims. Perrys, a firm of chartered accountants,...

Many first-time landlords don’t know where to begin when deciding to take in a lodger. Money.co.uk has provided top tips: 1. Check...

A campaign called Energy Guide says landlords can and should do more to save energy in the private rental sector.  The campaign...

It's claimed that home owners could be making an extra £2.000 per month by renting out a spare room on Airbnb, depending...

The residential sector is a key component of the government’s mission to lower carbon emissions – in 2021, it accounted for...

A range of mortgage brokers are reporting an increase in enquiries from private tenants who have been given first refusal to...

A franchise lettings agent has written a new guide for landlords. Mike Jones, co-owner of Belvoir’s Basingstoke office, has drawn on his...

Bringing your pup on holiday is becoming more popular than ever. And with studies finding that ‘dog-friendly’ was one of the...

A group of health and safety experts has created a guide to help landlords understand major rental reform being introduced in...

In the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy, fire safety - particularly for residents - has increasingly taken centre stage in...

The Welsh Government, which recently pushed back its so-called rental revolution until December, has nonetheless published extensive new guidelines about the...

A prominent energy industry organisation has just issued a new guide for landlords to improve their properties.  The Energy Saving Trust -...

The government is today launching a consultation on a policy obliging landlords to make changes to communal spaces outside disabled tenants’...

Are you a landlord with an EPC rating of D or below? Newable Finance has launched EPC Finance – a range of...