It’s been a tense few weeks as landlords were hit with mounting financial and regulatory pressures. As the countdown continues to the Renters’ Rights Bill, another blow seemed to hit when the Green Party passed a motion at its conference calling for “the effective abolition of private landlordism.” Whilst initially widely mocked, it wasn’t long beforeContinue reading “Rents might increase, but 1 in 3 landlords say: we’re out!”
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Greens talk to “Abolish landlords” leaves more looking for the Exit – We can help find the door
This week, the Green Party backed a plan to see the end of private letting. A motion passed at its party conference at the weekend called for the party “to seek the effective abolition of private landlordism”. Whilst this is laughable, many landlords aren’t seeing the joke, because the Green Party, despite not being in power,Continue reading “Greens talk to “Abolish landlords” leaves more looking for the Exit – We can help find the door”
How to turn non-profitable headache portfolios into high profit machines
As a private landlord of over 20 years, plus the founder of Landlord Sales Agency, which has helped over 4,000 people needing assistance with their properties over the last 15 years, I’ve seen it all. In the last five years, I’ve had the opportunity to try every single strategy to squeeze the most out of myContinue reading “How to turn non-profitable headache portfolios into high profit machines”
Why More Landlords Are Choosing Off-Market Portfolio Sales for a Fast, Hassle-Free Exit
Selling a single property through the high street can take months. Selling a whole portfolio that way can take years. Traditional sales can involve vacant possession, endless viewings, expensive refurbishments, and a long chain of delays that often result in lost rental income and mounting holding costs. For landlords looking to exit the sector efficiently,Continue reading “Why More Landlords Are Choosing Off-Market Portfolio Sales for a Fast, Hassle-Free Exit”
Subletting: One Rule for Private Landlords, Another for Councils and Social Housing?
In recent years, the private rented sector has been hit by an ever-growing list of regulations, penalties and compliance obligations. One area where the double standards are particularly stark is unauthorised subletting. When a council or social housing tenant sublets without permission, the system largely targets the tenant. But when the same thing happens inContinue reading “Subletting: One Rule for Private Landlords, Another for Councils and Social Housing?”
The Green Party’s Plan to Abolish Private Landlords: Bold Vision or Vote-Grabbing Rhetoric?
You couldn’t make this up, it’s so ridiculous but apparently someone has! The Green Party is set to debate a motion at its conference calling for the “effective abolition of private landlordism”. The proposal marks a dramatic shift from previous calls to build more council housing and strengthen tenants’ rights. This time, the Greens wantContinue reading “The Green Party’s Plan to Abolish Private Landlords: Bold Vision or Vote-Grabbing Rhetoric?”
Government plans sweeping reform to speed up and improve UK house sales
In a major shake-up of England and Wales’ property market, the UK government has unveiled proposals to overhaul the slow, fragile house-buying process. Under the changes being mooted, home sellers would be obliged to supply key property information upfront, binding contracts could become the norm, and digital tools would be pushed much more aggressively toContinue reading “Government plans sweeping reform to speed up and improve UK house sales”
Landlords, Want More Stability and Less Hassle? Consider Build-to-Rent
For many UK landlords, buy-to-let has been a profitable way to generate income and build wealth. But mounting legislation, expensive EPC upgrades, tax changes, and the constant burden of leasehold obligations are leaving many feeling stretched. If you’re a landlord looking for stability and fewer headaches, it might be time to consider build-to-rent (BTR). Unlike traditional buy-to-let,Continue reading “Landlords, Want More Stability and Less Hassle? Consider Build-to-Rent”
EPC Minimum Standards: The Cost to Landlords
As the political and regulatory pressure builds around minimum energy efficiency standards for privately rented homes, many landlords are questioning whether continued participation in the private rented sector (PRS) remains viable. The combination of large upfront costs, uncertain returns, tax constraints, and policy changes—especially those embedded in the Renters’ Rights Bill—are reshaping landlord sentiment. Below,Continue reading “EPC Minimum Standards: The Cost to Landlords”
Landlord Opinions: Why the EPC Minimum Standard Is Pushing Landlords to Exit the PRS
For years, landlords have been told they are part of the solution to Britain’s housing crisis. Yet, when it comes to new energy efficiency rules, many now feel they’re being treated as the problem. The government’s drive to push all rented homes up to an EPC rating of C is the latest in a longContinue reading “Landlord Opinions: Why the EPC Minimum Standard Is Pushing Landlords to Exit the PRS”