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Renters’ Rights Act – What landlords should do now
On 1st May 2026, the first raft of measures in the Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) come into force in England. Here are the key changes to be aware of and steps landlords need to take: Periodic ‘rolling’ tenancies will replace fixed-term tenancies. The common minimum six or 12-month commitments will disappear, and tenants will…
Read MoreAs RRA Changes Loom, Thoughts from the Industry
Overview of changes due via RRA as of Friday 1st May Abolish section 21 evictions and move to a simpler tenancy structure where all assured tenancies are periodic – providing more security for tenants. Ensure possession grounds are fair to both tenants and landlords – giving tenants more security, while ensuring landlords can reasonably recover…
Read MoreMarket continues to build momentum
Foxtons Lettings Market Index – March 2026 Market continues to build momentum, recovering from winter slowdown as supply strengthens Lettings market continues to build momentum as we move further into the spring period. While renter demand remains below last year’s levels, March performance shows continued recovery from the winter slowdown. Market entering critical period…
Read MoreHomes selling as fast as last year
First time buyers in outer London hit hardest as higher borrowing costs and high stamp duty costs weigh on sales times The average time to sell a home is just 1 day longer than last year at 33 days, despite higher mortgage rates and 2 months of conflict in the Middle East However, areas…
Read More52% of buyers are cash purchasers – and they’re ready to move
New research from LRG reveals that sellers entering the spring market are meeting an unusually large pool of cash-ready buyers, many of whom aren’t constrained by affordability, but by a lack of suitable homes. According to LRG’s Spring 2026 Sales Report, based on a survey of 307 buyers and sellers across England and Wales, more than…
Read MoreLandlords sell up as Renters’ Rights prove final straw
Leading Kent and London law firm Thackray Williams have had a wave of last-minute instructions from landlords looking to sell their portfolios ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act coming into force this Friday. The litigation team has been instructed to seek possession by landlords wishing to sell their entire buy-to-let portfolios, as well as last-minute…
Read More¼ of landlords selling up
The latest research from LegalforLandlords reveals that a quarter of landlords plan to exit the market as a result of the Renters’ Rights Act, while 60% of those who remain plan to implement much stricter criteria when vetting tenants. In particular, income and affordability checks are set to face greater scrutiny, with more than half of…
Read MoreHMRC ramps up scrutiny of residential property valuations as it cracks down on inheritance tax avoidance
Taxman’s requests for help from the Valuation Office Agency with property valuations in IHT returns rises nearly 25% Rise reflects HMRC’s increased efforts to recover revenue from underreported and misvalued estates. HM Revenue & Customs is increasingly challenging residential property valuations in inheritance tax (IHT) returns, with the number of cases referred to…
Read MoreRenters urged to understand their new rights before major law change
With just one week until the first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act comes into effect, renters across England are being urged to understand how the changes will affect their rights, tenancies and day-to-day renting experience. From 1 May 2026, the new legislation will introduce wide-ranging reforms designed to provide greater stability, clearer rights, and…
Read MoreAlmost £1.4m difference in property prices between the start and finish lines of London Marathon
The latest property market analysis from London’s number one lettings and sales estate agency brand, Foxtons, has revealed that there’s a difference of almost £1.4m in the average sold price from the starting point of the London Marathon and the finish line. As London’s largest estate agent, Foxtons holds an unrivalled view of the London…
Read MoreProperty market is improving
Property market is improving, but more sellers are cutting prices and withdrawing from the market The latest market data analysis from House Buyer Bureau has found that whilst the property market is showing signs of improvement, more sellers are still being forced to cut their asking price, endure a failed sale, or withdraw from the…
Read MoreTaxing times for bereaved families as IHT receipts hit a fresh record
Inheritance Tax receipts for April 2025 to March 2026 are £8.5 billion, which is £0.2 billion higher than the same period last year. This surpasses the £8.2 billion recorded the previous year and marks a fifth consecutive annual record. Rising receipts come amid intensified enforcement and public criticism that the inheritance tax system is unfairly…
Read MoreUK property management sector tops £37bn
The latest research from Property Inspect reveals that the UK property and facilities management sector grew by 4.1% in 2025, with annual revenue surpassing £37.7 billion. Forecasts suggest that 2026 will see this figure continue to rise. Property Inspect has analysed data on the estimated market size of the UK’s facilities and property management industry,…
Read MoreUK House Price Index for February 2026
The latest UK House Price Index for February 2026 shows that: The average monthly rate of house price growth in February was +0.1%. Average UK house price annual inflation was 1.2% in the 12 months to February 2026. As a result, the average UK house price currently sits at £268,000. Damien Jefferies, Founder…
Read MoreReady or Not: How Prepared Are Landlords and Tenants for the Renters’ Rights Act?
44% of landlords and 64% of tenants say they are not confident about what will actually change when the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force. New research from LRG shows that while the Act is widely known about, what it means in practice is still unclear for many people on both sides of the tenancy.…
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