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Propertymark Warns on Impact of Rent Controls
Propertymark has entered the debate on private sector rent controls, stating that while such measures may protect some tenants in the short term, they do not address the underlying shortage of homes.
The letting agents’ trade body argues that rent controls can weaken investment, reduce available rental stock, and make it harder for people seeking a new tenancy to find a suitable home.
This warning is relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, as changes in landlord numbers and rental stock can directly impact the rental market and day-to-day operations.
Source: Landlord Today