Less than one month from now, the Renters’ Rights Act will be in full force, Section 21 will be gone and civil penalties of up to £40,000 will be live. It’s no surprise, therefore that according to the Property118 Landlord Sentiment Survey, 57% of landlords plan to sell or exit entirely within the next year. For everyContinue reading “£40,000 fines to landlords? No thank you. We’ll help you sell in less than 3 months”
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Why Affordable Homes in the North West of England and The Midlands Are Outperforming the Rest of the UK — And Why It Might Not Last
Across the UK, the property market has become increasingly selective. But one segment is quietly outperforming the rest: affordable houses in North West England, particularly those priced between £70,000 and £150,000. These properties are selling faster, attracting more buyers, and in many cases achieving stronger relative demand than comparable stock elsewhere in the country. SoContinue reading “Why Affordable Homes in the North West of England and The Midlands Are Outperforming the Rest of the UK — And Why It Might Not Last”
Landlords selling now are getting better prices. Here’s why timing is everything
Something is shifting in the property market and, luckily for us, it isn’t another drove of bad news. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. While most of the noise is about rising costs, tightening regulation and an uncertain economic backdrop, cue the landlords quietly getting on with things in the background to squeeze the mostContinue reading “Landlords selling now are getting better prices. Here’s why timing is everything”
Are Politicians Picking a Fight with Landlords – and What Can You Do About It?
Recent headlines will feel familiar to many landlords. From senior politicians urging tougher action, to new funds designed to help tenants challenge landlords, the tone of the conversation is becoming increasingly one-sided. But at a time when the Private Rented Sector (PRS) is already shrinking, it raises a serious question: What do policymakers think willContinue reading “Are Politicians Picking a Fight with Landlords – and What Can You Do About It?”
36 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28
The clock is ticking. With just 36 days until the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force on 1st May, landlords across the UK are facing a simple question: act now, or deal with the consequences later. Why? Because once this legislation comes into full force, the war against landlords will well and truly be upon us. Evictions will becomeContinue reading “36 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28”
Accountability in the Rental Sector: Why Balance Matters More Than Ever
There is little argument today that the private rented sector needed reform. Basic standards —safe electrics, working smoke alarms, fire doors, proper licensing—are not optional. They are essential. And the increased enforcement we are now seeing against landlords who fail to meet these obligations is, in many cases, justified. But as enforcement has intensified, aContinue reading “Accountability in the Rental Sector: Why Balance Matters More Than Ever”
Section 8 Reforms: What Landlords Need to Know in the Post-Section 21 Era
With the abolition of Section 21, landlords are entering a fundamentally different legal landscape. The shift places Section 8 at the centre of possession proceedings, meaning landlords must now rely on specific legal grounds and court processes to regain possession. This article breaks down how Section 8 is evolving, the practical implications for landlords, andContinue reading “Section 8 Reforms: What Landlords Need to Know in the Post-Section 21 Era”
When Selling Property Below Market Value Makes The Most Sense
It goes against everything most people believe about property: never sell for less than it’s worth. But in reality, experienced investors, landlords, and even everyday sellers regularly accept below-market offers—and often for very good reasons. A recent Facebook discussion highlighted exactly why. Beneath the headline figure of a £28,000 loss, dozens of property professionals andContinue reading “When Selling Property Below Market Value Makes The Most Sense”
Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year
It’s hard to fathom that there’s a sector of the property market that’s actually doing better this year than last year when it comes to landlord portfolios, but that’s exactly the case for landlords who have been looking to sell their properties in what’s been dubbed the “prime areas.” As landlords yourselves, you’ve no doubt been consideringContinue reading “Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year”
Landlords coming back to us: We’ll relocate your tenants and sell before May 1st for a higher price than the investor market
With less than 60 days left until the Renters’ Rights Act is enforced, we’re noticing the same landlords coming back for more help to sell their BTL properties.