Private UK landlords are selling up due to a combination of factors, including increased taxes, rising interest rates, and new regulations like the Renters (Reform) Bill. These factors are making it less attractive and financially viable for landlords to remain in the sector, leading many to sell their properties. Here’s a more detailed breakdown: Financial Disincentives: RegulatoryContinue reading “Why are so many UK landlords selling up?”
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Why is the PRS is Shrinking At Record Breaking Rates?
Industry experts warn that small landlords are vanishing, while big corporate and institutional landlords are buying up private rented homes—especially in London—often to lease them back to councils as expensive temporary accommodation. At the Housing 2025 conference, Southwark Council’s Hakeem Osinaike said around 40% of London’s private rental stock has disappeared. Experts blame pressures fromContinue reading “Why is the PRS is Shrinking At Record Breaking Rates?”
Landlords in their 50’s cash in: “Selling now is the equivalent of 20 years of rent”
Let’s cut to the chase. You’ve been in property for the last decade, perhaps even longer. You’ve seen the news, we all have, and things just don’t look great for landlords. Last year, I took a good, hard look at my portfolio after finally making the decision it was time to downsize. Like many ofContinue reading “Landlords in their 50’s cash in: “Selling now is the equivalent of 20 years of rent””
Free Online Webinar, Tuesday 8th July, 11:00 -12:00 with David Coughlin & Paul Shamplina – Being a Landlord in 2025
Join David Coughlin, Founder of Landlord Sales Agency and Paul Shamplina, founder of Landlord Action, as they discuss and debate being a landlord in 2025. Being a Landlord in 2025 Essential updates and crucial top tips Tuesday 8th July 2025, 11:00 – 12:00 Paul interviews portfolio landlord David, a landlord of over 20 years, onContinue reading “Free Online Webinar, Tuesday 8th July, 11:00 -12:00 with David Coughlin & Paul Shamplina – Being a Landlord in 2025”
“I’m richer now selling my houses than I was renting them” – Landlords rush to get out
It’s a story we’re hearing over and over again this month, and in the upcoming weeks, we expect no different. Enter the unexpected wealth boom transforming smart landlords’ fortunes and, you guessed it, the game is in getting out, not getting further in. For many landlords, including Nigel and Carol, who recently reached out toContinue reading ““I’m richer now selling my houses than I was renting them” – Landlords rush to get out”
New fund launch: “We can buy your HMOs and PBSAs within an hour”
NB. With the amount of enquiries flooding in, it won’t be open for long – ACT NOW. The fund is actively seeking HMOs and PBSA’s (up to 60 bed units) across the UK’s top university towns, with a focus on quickly deploying capital. They are prepared to make fast, competitive decisions, often within the hour,Continue reading “New fund launch: “We can buy your HMOs and PBSAs within an hour””
Struggling to Sell Your HMO?
If you’re trying to sell a HMO and getting nowhere — you’re not alone. Many landlords are finding that even profitable, fully-let HMOs are sitting on the market far longer than expected. And trying to sell with vacant possession is a risky option that leaves some landlords running half empty property for years. But that’sContinue reading “Struggling to Sell Your HMO?”
How does it make sense to sell your buy-to-let for less than full market market?
Landlord Sales Agency specialises in helping landlords sell their properties quickly without having to evict tenants. We have 3 different sales models to choose from, including our ‘Full Market Value with Fees’ choice but our most popular option is our ‘Fixed Price’ sale. Landlords agree a sale price they are happy to accept and weContinue reading “How does it make sense to sell your buy-to-let for less than full market market?”
Flats Falling Out of Favour in London Housing Market
For years, buying a flat in London was seen as a smart move. Prices soared, and it felt like a safe way to build wealth. But times have changed. Flat prices in the capital haven’t gone up in nearly a decade — and when you factor in inflation, many have actually lost value. Meanwhile, theContinue reading “Flats Falling Out of Favour in London Housing Market”
Labour’s Looming Tax Raid: “landlords are in trouble if they don’t sell now”
As the saying goes: one step forward, two steps back. Just as we thought we were getting out of the danger zone, this week’s shot to the jugular kicked off with the resurfacing of videos referencing Prime Minister Keir Starmer claiming that landlords “do not qualify as working people.” It was the scandal of lastContinue reading “Labour’s Looming Tax Raid: “landlords are in trouble if they don’t sell now””