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Letting Agents Warn of Rise in AI-Generated Tenant Complaints
Letting agents report an increase in AI-generated tenant complaints, many of which are lengthy, inaccurate, or lack merit, according to a Mortgage Solutions report.
Landlord Possession Claims Rise Ahead of Renters Rights Act
New figures show an increase in landlord possession and accelerated possession claims in early 2026, before the Renters Rights Act took effect.
Later Life Lending Grows Among Higher-Value UK Homeowners
More2Life reports a rise in lifetime mortgages among owners of properties valued at £700,000 or more, with detached and semi-detached homes leading demand.
FOS Unveils Streamlined Complaints Process After FCA Consultation
The Financial Ombudsman Service has announced updates to its complaints process, including clearer procedures and new case dismissal powers, following a joint consultation with the FCA.
Nottingham Councillor Suspended Over HMO Licensing Prosecution
A Nottingham city councillor has been suspended by her party following a prosecution for failing to licence a House of Multiple Occupation.
Andy Burnham Considers Major Reform of UK Property Taxes
Andy Burnham is considering changes to property taxation, including possible reform or abolition of stamp duty and council tax, as part of efforts to fund social care and defence.
Letting Agent Issues Warning as Legal Document Deadline Nears
Landlords have less than a week to provide a required legal document to tenants, following new obligations under the Renters’ Rights Act.
Paragon Development Finance Reaches £4bn Lending Milestone
Paragon Development Finance has surpassed £4bn in lending, funding over 900 projects and 16,000 new homes since 2018, with a growing focus on SME housebuilders and northern England.
Welsh Government Proposes Easing Holiday Let Business Rates Rules
The Welsh government has launched a consultation on relaxing business rates rules for holiday lets, potentially reducing the number of days properties must be available and booked to qualify.
Specialist Lending Could Unlock 1.5 Million 'Unmortgageable' UK Properties
Together reports 1.5 million UK properties are 'unmortgageable' by mainstream lenders, but specialist lending could help bring them back to market.
Landlord Fined £9,000 After Losing Appeal Over Fire Safety and Evictions
A landlord has been fined £9,000 after losing an appeal against Reigate & Banstead council for failing to take fire safety measures and evicting tenants without a possession order.
Landbay and Nottingham Building Society Cut Buy-to-Let Rates
Landbay and Nottingham Building Society have announced reductions in buy-to-let mortgage rates. The changes affect a range of products relevant to UK landlords and letting agents.