Should you evict or wait for a tenant to leave then sell? Or sell first to find out if you even need vacant possession? In the past, landlords could be forgiven for assuming selling with vacant possession was the obvious answer. After all, an empty property usually appeals to a wider range of buyers andContinue reading “Selling Rental Property Can Be Like Trying To Work Out What Comes First: The Chicken Or The Egg?”
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Stuck between a rock and a hard place when selling a tenanted property?
Since Section 21 was abolished on 1 May 2026, there have been huge increases in the number of landlords searching for information about evicting tenants using Section 8. Many have convinced themselves they only have two options: keep the property and hope things improve, or evict the tenant before trying to sell, but the problemContinue reading “Stuck between a rock and a hard place when selling a tenanted property?”
Section 21: Landlords, Don’t Let Your Application Get Overturned on a Technicality
Landlords have long relied on Section 21 as the simplest route to regain possession of a property. But what many don’t realise is Section 21 only works if every single compliance detail is correct. A small procedural mistake can get your notice thrown out of court on a technicality and if it isn’t discovered untilContinue reading “Section 21: Landlords, Don’t Let Your Application Get Overturned on a Technicality”
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”
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?”
Should UK Landlords Sell Now? What the Renters’ Rights Act Means – And Why Many Landlords Are Rethinking Their Position
A recent article in The Daily Telegraph outlined the changes every landlord will need to make as the UK rental sector prepares for sweeping reforms under the Renters’ Rights Act. The legislation represents the biggest shake-up of the private rented sector in decades. It introduces new tenant protections, tighter regulation and a complete overhaul ofContinue reading “Should UK Landlords Sell Now? What the Renters’ Rights Act Means – And Why Many Landlords Are Rethinking Their Position”
Why Repeat Customers Are the Best Testimonial Any Property Sale Service Can Receive
In an industry where property sellers often have to make difficult trade-offs between price, speed and certainty, the most powerful endorsement a company can receive is simple: customers coming back again and again. For many property owners, particularly landlords dealing with complicated sales, the process can be stressful, time-consuming and uncertain. Selling through a specialistContinue reading “Why Repeat Customers Are the Best Testimonial Any Property Sale Service Can Receive”
When a Property Sale Isn’t Straightforward: Why & How Landlord Sales Agency Do More Than Anyone Else to Reach the Right Buyers To Protect The Sales Price
Most property sales are relatively simple. A home is marketed, buyers view it, offers are made, and the transaction moves through the usual conveyancing process. But many sellers discover that the moment a complication appears, the traditional high street estate agent has very little ability to solve the problem. In these situations, a conventional estateContinue reading “When a Property Sale Isn’t Straightforward: Why & How Landlord Sales Agency Do More Than Anyone Else to Reach the Right Buyers To Protect The Sales Price”
Dealing With Anti-social or Threatening Tenants – Landlords Share Their Experience
A recent discussion on Property118 has highlighted a reality many landlords face but rarely talk about openly: dealing with tenants whose behaviour escalates beyond simple rent arrears into intimidation, violence, or persistent anti-social conduct. The original post focused on a landlord who had already secured possession through the courts but still faced the difficult nextContinue reading “Dealing With Anti-social or Threatening Tenants – Landlords Share Their Experience”
Best Way to Sell a BTL Property in the UK (2026 Guide)
Avoid Repossession | Sell For The Best Price | Sell The Fastest When Time Or Cash Flow Are Limited If you’re searching for the best way to sell a buy-to-let (BTL) property, the right answer depends on why you’re selling and how much financial pressure you’re under. Before deciding how to sell your BTL, askContinue reading “Best Way to Sell a BTL Property in the UK (2026 Guide)”