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New Year, New Powers: What Councils Can Do from 27th December

New Year, New Powers: What Councils Can Do from 27th December

New investigatory powers for local councils quietly arrive on 27th December well before the headline Renters’ Rights Act changes in May 2026. Nestled between Christmas leftovers and New Year parties, these early enforcement tools have slipped under the radar. For landlords on the 'nice list, it's not a problem. For 'naughty listers' it's a worry...

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A message from Santa to the Landlords of Derbyshire

A message from Santa to the Landlords of Derbyshire

Merry Christmas to all you brilliant landlords out there! Santa's been keeping a close eye on 2025, yes, even from the North Pole, and let me tell you, you've handled quite a year with resilience, good sense, and a sprinkle of festive spirit. Let's take a jolly little journey through the year together...

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Why Selling a Buy-to-Let with a Tenant in Situ Will Be More Appealing for Landlords

Why Selling a Buy-to-Let with a Tenant in Situ Will Be More Appealing for Landlords

Landlords who wish to sell their investment property with vacant possession when the Renters Rights Act kicks in on 1st May 2026 are going to have a very complicated process to navigate. However, selling with a tenant already in the property will still be pretty straightforward. In this blog, I look at the process of selling a tenanted property...

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Budget 2025 - A Summary of Property Related Changes

Budget 2025 - A Summary of Property Related Changes

Another Budget has landed. Part policy update, part plot twist. From tax tweaks to sector shake-ups, it’s the annual moment when landlords, businesses and households lean in, hold their breath, and wonder: “Is this the year the Chancellor gives us a break… or another surprise we didn’t ask for? Here is a summary of the property/company related bits

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Budget Changes Put the Spotlight on One Crucial Factor for Landlords

Budget Changes Put the Spotlight on One Crucial Factor for Landlords

The latest Budget places fresh pressure on personal landlords, making it more important than ever to ensure properties are let at true market rent. With rising costs, new regulations and shifting tax rules, landlords who undercharge risk falling behind, putting both their investment and the wider rental market at risk.

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The Real Problem Holding Sellers Back: Overvaluing & Long Contracts

The Real Problem Holding Sellers Back: Overvaluing & Long Contracts

Overvaluing homes and tying sellers into long contracts has become a real virus in the estate agency world. It flatters at first, frustrates later, and ultimately costs people thousands and wrecks their home moving dreams. Here’s the honest truth about how these tactics work, and why choosing transparency over temptation matters.

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