Council-linked rents have shifted. An honest look at why guaranteed rent offers look different in 2026, with the numbers behind the change.
London’s Autumn Licensing Wave: Five Borough Schemes Landing Before September
Five London boroughs switch on new property licensing schemes between 24 August and 1 September 2026. What starts, what it costs, and what landlords should do now.
Guaranteed rent vs traditional letting: which actually pays more?
Ask most landlords what their property earns and they will quote the monthly rent. It is the wrong number. What lands in your account is the rent minus management fees,…
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025: What’s Live Now, What’s Coming, and What You Should Do This Week
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025. The bulk of it commenced on 1 May 2026. If you let property in England, the rules you…
Are Property Management Fees Tax Deductible? An In-Depth Guide for UK Landlords
Property management can simplify the rental process, but it does come with associated fees. For landlords in the UK, understanding whether property management fees are tax deductible is crucial to…
What is Property Management? An In-Depth Guide for Landlords
Property management is the business of running a rental property on a landlord’s behalf. A property management company finds tenants, collects rent, handles maintenance, deals with complaints, manages compliance, and…
What is Guaranteed Rent? A Complete Guide for London Landlords
Guaranteed rent is simple. A property company leases your property from you, pays you a fixed amount every month, and manages everything. You don’t deal with tenants. You don’t chase…
Comprehensive Guide: How to Find Reliable Property Management Services in London
Understanding the nuances of property management costs can be the key to unlocking greater profitability for landlords in London. This guide offers an in-depth look at what these costs entail…
Every Sensible Landlord Wants ‘A Happy Tenant’ to Avoid Void Periods
When landlords are considering investing in property, they often do back of the envelope calculations to estimate their return. They imagine buying a property for £150,000, renting it out for…
Lack of Cleaning Is the Biggest Reason Landlords Make Deductions to the Tenancy Deposit
When tenants move out of a property, they have a duty under current rules to return it to its original condition, minus a bit of “fair wear and tear.” One…