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Third of Landlords Not Raising Rents Despite Reforms
A Deposit Protection Service survey found 32% of landlords plan to leave rents as they are, shortly after the Renters' Rights Act came into force.
Rayner Criticises Unqualified Letting Agents at Labour Conference
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner accused unqualified, unlicensed and unregulated agents of taking thousands from customers, speaking at the Labour conference.
Flat values fall again, Zoopla data suggests
Landlord Today reports that flat values have fallen again, citing data from Zoopla. Details remain limited in the available source material.
County Court Judgements on the Rise, Reports Landlord Today
Landlord Today reports a big rise in County Court Judgements, highlighting the growing importance of thorough tenant referencing for landlords and agents.
Foreign Investors Bulk-Buy High-Value New-Build Homes
Letting Agent Today reports a rise in bulk purchases of high-value new-build homes by foreign investors, with three deals recorded this year compared with one in the same period of 2025.
TV and Radio Stars to Feature on New Private Rental Podcast
A new podcast focused on the private rental sector, called Home Again, will feature TV and radio stars, according to Letting Agent Today.
Agency offices announce rebranding following 2024 integration
Agency offices have revealed they are rebranding, with the change following what is described as a successful integration of agencies in 2024.
Rental stock slump reported following Renters' Rights Act
Letting Agent Today reports a big slump in rental stock following the Renters' Rights Act; The Letting Partnership has been analysing the data.
Propertymark seeks clarity on Burnham's private rental sector crackdown
Propertymark says it requires clarification of what Prime Minister Andy Burnham means by a new crackdown on private rental sector problems, as reported by Letting Agent Today.
Rental Supply Tightens as Affordability Pressures Mount
Demand continues to outstrip rental supply, with Propertymark data showing nine applicants per property and growing concerns over tenant arrears.
Landlords warn Budget costs will push up rents
Research reported by Property118 suggests nearly two-thirds of landlords plan to raise rents to recover losses from tax and regulatory changes ahead of the Budget.
Scottish Landlords Urged to Prepare for Awaab's Law as Deadline Nears
Propertymark has urged Scottish landlords and letting agents to prepare for Awaab's Law, which takes effect on October 6 and requires damp and mould to be addressed within strict timeframes.