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MPs Criticise Councils Over Deteriorating Housing Conditions for Tenants
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MPs Criticise Councils Over Deteriorating Housing Conditions for Tenants

An all-party committee of MPs has condemned local councils for failing to maintain adequate housing standards, impacting social tenants across the UK. This scrutiny highlights the urgent need for reforms in social housing management and compliance.

February 10, 2026

Understanding Council Tax for HMOs: Implications for Landlords with Tenants on Benefits
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Understanding Council Tax for HMOs: Implications for Landlords with Tenants on Benefits

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HMRC Increases Focus on Inheritance Tax: Implications for Landlords
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Pro-landlord petition gains momentum amid new eviction policy concerns

House Prices Steady but Affordability Remains a Challenge for Landlords
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House Prices Steady but Affordability Remains a Challenge for Landlords

Landlord Fined £10,250 for Ignoring Improvement Notice in Barrow Island Property
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Rising House Prices Narrow the North-South Gap in England and Wales

Recent data highlights a significant rise in house prices across England and Wales, particularly in the North, which may reshape landlord investment strategies and market dynamics.

Rising House Prices Narrow the North-South Gap in England and Wales
Prime London Rental Growth Hits Four-Year Low Amid Increased Stock
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Prime London Rental Growth Hits Four-Year Low Amid Increased Stock

Tax Changes May Diminish Rental Supply, Nationwide Warns
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Tax Changes May Diminish Rental Supply, Nationwide Warns

Seasonal Rental Slowdown Exacerbates Financial Pressure for LandlordsTax & Money

Seasonal Rental Slowdown Exacerbates Financial Pressure for Landlords

Property Millionaires Decline Amid Stamp Duty and Council Tax HikesTax & Money

Property Millionaires Decline Amid Stamp Duty and Council Tax Hikes

Rental Yields Hold Steady at 7.7% Amid Resilient Tenant DemandTax & Money

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Remortgaging set to increase as market conditions improve for landlordsTax & Money

Remortgaging set to increase as market conditions improve for landlords

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HMRC Begins Compliance Push for Making Tax Digital Ahead of 2026 Rollout

HMRC is notifying nearly 900,000 landlords about the upcoming Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements, which will revolutionise income reporting from April 2026. This initiative is crucial for landlords earning over £50,000, as they must adapt to new quarterly reporting rules.

HMRC Begins Compliance Push for Making Tax Digital Ahead of 2026 Rollout
New Short Lets Register Set to Launch in London This Spring
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New Short Lets Register Set to Launch in London This Spring

Improved Mortgage Access for Landlords Investing in Energy-Efficient Homes
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Improved Mortgage Access for Landlords Investing in Energy-Efficient Homes

Havering Council Orders Landlords to Revert HMOs Back to Residential UseRegulation

Havering Council Orders Landlords to Revert HMOs Back to Residential Use

Surrey Council Implements New Clampdown on HMOs Amid Licensing ConcernsRegulation

Surrey Council Implements New Clampdown on HMOs Amid Licensing Concerns

Brent Council Implements Comprehensive Licensing for LandlordsRegulation

Brent Council Implements Comprehensive Licensing for Landlords

The Rise of Licensing Schemes: A Wake-Up Call for Landlords by 2026Regulation

The Rise of Licensing Schemes: A Wake-Up Call for Landlords by 2026

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Investment in Property: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities Amid Regulatory Changes

As the UK property market faces tightening legislation, landlords are exploring the future of their investments amidst regulatory changes and evolving market dynamics.

Investment in Property: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities Amid Regulatory Changes
Proposed Mansion Tax: Implications for High-End Landlords
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Proposed Mansion Tax: Implications for High-End Landlords

Political Shift in Rent Control Advocacy: Implications for Landlords
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Political Shift in Rent Control Advocacy: Implications for Landlords

Shelter's New Approach: Aiming for Collaborative Solutions with LandlordsLaw & Policy

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Councils Launch Campaign to Combat Damp and Mould Risks for Landlords

Hull City Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council have initiated a campaign to address damp and mould issues, urging landlords to participate and improve tenant safety.

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Councils Criticised for Damp and Mould Issues in Social Housing
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Councils Criticised for Damp and Mould Issues in Social Housing

Exeter Council Enlists Private Landlords to Address Housing Demand
Local Authority

Exeter Council Enlists Private Landlords to Address Housing Demand

LEASE Launches Enhanced Website and Lease Length Checker for LeaseholdersLocal Authority

LEASE Launches Enhanced Website and Lease Length Checker for Leaseholders

Landlords Show Reluctance to Embrace Pet-Friendly Policies Amid Regulatory PressuresLocal Authority

Landlords Show Reluctance to Embrace Pet-Friendly Policies Amid Regulatory Pressures

Bolton's Licensing Scheme Faces Legal Challenges Amid Rogue Landlord CrackdownLocal Authority

Bolton's Licensing Scheme Faces Legal Challenges Amid Rogue Landlord Crackdown

Hotel Transitions to Short Lets: A New Opportunity for LandlordsLocal Authority

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