Dewsbury landlord guide: rental market, local areas and what to expect in September 2026
If you own a rental property in Dewsbury – or you’re thinking about buying one – the latest figures are worth paying attention to. The latest ONS data shows that average private rents across Kirklees reached £782 per month in August 2026, up 12.8% from £693 a year earlier. That was considerably higher than the […]
Renters’ Rights Act: what Exeter landlords must do now
The private rented sector in Exeter has changed significantly. The first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act reforms took effect on 1 May 2026, introducing major changes to private assured tenancies in England. This is not something landlords should put on the back burner. Local authorities also have strengthened investigatory and enforcement powers, while maximum […]
York’s two-speed property market: what buyers need to know in 2026
York has always been a city that draws people in. The medieval walls, the Shambles, the Minster, they’re part of what makes living here feel different. But in 2026, it’s the property market that’s telling the most interesting story. There’s a clear split emerging. Homes priced below £300,000 are moving quickly, attracting multiple buyers and […]
Buy-to-let in Tamworth: areas, rents and investment checks for September 2026
Tamworth remains an interesting place for landlords who want a Midlands location with a broad mix of property types, established residential neighbourhoods and connections to larger employment centres. However, the strongest investment decision is not simply the property with the lowest asking price or the highest advertised rent. It is the property where demand, condition, […]
Sutton Coldfield buy-to-let in 2026: areas, rental demand and investment considerations
If you’re a landlord or buy-to-let investor weighing up where to put your money in 2026, Sutton Coldfield deserves consideration as part of your research. It offers a broad mix of property types, established residential neighbourhoods and transport connections into Birmingham city centre. Sutton Coldfield forms part of Birmingham, so the latest official ONS rental […]
Renters’ Rights Act 2025: what Stourbridge landlords must do now
The biggest overhaul to the private rented sector in a generation arrived on 1 May 2026. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is now in force across England, and for Stourbridge landlords, the time to make sure your processes reflect the new rules is right now. Whether you own a single terraced house in Lye or […]
Leasehold reform in Stanmore: what flat owners in HA7 need to know in September 2026
If you own or let a leasehold flat in Stanmore, the rules that govern your property are changing, but not every announced reform is in force yet. From established conversions around Canons Park to newer apartment developments such as Stanmore Place, leasehold reform is becoming increasingly relevant to owners, landlords and buyers across HA7. Changes […]
Renters’ Rights Act: what Solihull and Birmingham landlords must do now
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025, and its main Phase 1 tenancy reforms came into force on 1 May 2026. It is one of the biggest changes to the private rented sector in a generation, and if you’re a landlord in Solihull, Birmingham, or anywhere across the two areas’ […]
EPC C by 2030: what Knowle landlords need to do now
October 2030 may sound a long way away, but landlords in Knowle and the wider B93 area already have good reasons to start planning. The government has confirmed its intention to introduce a higher energy-efficiency standard for privately rented homes from 1 October 2030. Importantly, this is not simply a requirement for every landlord to […]
Scotland’s Housing Act 2025: what Annan landlords need to do now
The Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 received Royal Assent on 6 November 2025, marking a significant change to Scotland’s private rented sector. If you let property in Annan, whether that is an older home around Victoria Road, a property in Silverwalk or a flat near Annan Harbour, the Act matters to you. The important point in […]
EPC upgrades for Dumfries landlords: what to know about the proposed 2028 standard
If you’re a landlord in Dumfries, significant changes to energy-efficiency requirements are being developed for Scotland’s private rented sector. The Scottish Government has proposed introducing a new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES), based on the reformed Energy Performance Certificate Heat Retention Rating. Under the proposals consulted on, privately rented properties would, as far as possible, […]
Kendal’s £15m hospital hub: what it means for landlords letting in LA9 in September 2026
A major investment in Kendal Westmorland General Hospital is now home to a £15 million Surgical Hub, representing a significant investment in healthcare facilities in Kendal. The hub has doubled theatre capacity, with two new operating theatres and three refurbished theatres, alongside expanded recovery areas, clinical rooms and support facilities. The theatres department has more […]