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The Rising Tide of Landlord Maintenance Costs – Is Your Investment Protected?
The financial pressures on landlords are intensifying, with a significant portion of income being directed towards property upkeep....
Elliot Leigh
Apr 152 min read
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Elliot Leigh sees 16% growth despite 31% of Landlords looking to sell
New data from the English Private Landlord Survey 2024 reveals a growing number of landlords are planning to sell their properties,...
Elliot Leigh
Mar 133 min read
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The Future of the Private Rented Sector: Trends and Predictions for 2025
The UK private rented sector (PRS) is at a crossroads. While it remains a vital part of the housing market, significant shifts are...
Elliot Leigh
Jan 93 min read
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The Changing Face of Landlords: New Trends in Property Ownership
The landscape of the UK private rented sector is evolving. It's no longer just a realm of seasoned investors and accidental landlords....
Elliot Leigh
Dec 23, 20243 min read
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Don’t Sell Up, Switch to Guaranteed Rent
The UK rental market has been undergoing significant changes in recent years. With the introduction of the Renters' Rights Bill,...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 28, 20243 min read
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Over 300,000 Households on London’s Social Housing Waiting List: Make a difference with Elliot Leigh
London’s housing crisis is reaching a tipping point, with more than 323,000 households waiting for social housing. This statistic...
Elliot Leigh
Nov 7, 20242 min read
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UK Autumn Budget 2024: What Landlords Need to Know About New Taxes and Compliance Rules
Despite previous assumptions stated from landlords, the 2024 Autumn budget (Announced yesterday 30th October) isn't as dramatic as feared...
Elliot Leigh
Oct 31, 20241 min read
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How Landlords Can Remain Profitable with the Need For Affordable Housing Solutions
The combination of the Renters' Rights Bill and the ongoing housing crisis is creating significant challenges for landlords, tenants, and...
Elliot Leigh
Oct 28, 20243 min read
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Second Reading of the Renters' Rights Bill: with Focus on the Impact on Landlords
The Renters' Rights Bill has ignited a heated debate as it aims to transform the rental market by strengthening tenant protections. In...
Elliot Leigh
Oct 11, 20245 min read
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Renters’ Rights Bill: What Landlords Need To Know
Yesterday, the UK government introduced the Renters' Rights Bill in Parliament. Let’s explore some of the regulations outlined in the...
Elliot Leigh
Sep 12, 20242 min read
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Labour’s housing initiative aims to deliver 1.5 million new homes within five years
Labour’s housing initiative aims to deliver 1.5 million new homes within the first five years, providing a much-needed boost to...
Elliot Leigh
Aug 30, 20241 min read
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Spending on temporary housing for homeless people rises by 25% in London
As more landlords sell up or choose private tenants, some London councils are facing potential bankruptcy due to the increasing demand...
Elliot Leigh
Aug 5, 20242 min read
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Section 21 Abolishment Update: King’s Speech
In light of the election of a new party, King Charles delivered his speech which set out a number of plans under the new Labour...
Elliot Leigh
Jul 19, 20243 min read
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Labour in power - What does this mean for UK housing?
The Labour Party has made it no secret about their mission to 'break down the barriers to opportunity' when it comes to the UK housing...
Elliot Leigh
Jul 9, 20243 min read
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Section 24: What is it and what will it mean for landlords if it's abolished?
In recent years, there has been significant debate surrounding Section 24 of the Finance Act 2015, a measure implemented by the UK...
Elliot Leigh
Jun 25, 20242 min read
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Landlords affected by arrears as tenants turn to benefits to afford rent
According to the Office for National Statistics, the average cost of rent in the UK surged by 9 percent in the 12 months leading up to...
Elliot Leigh
Jun 17, 20242 min read
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Renter's Reform Bill Scrapped - What's Next For Landlords?
By now, if you've been a landlord at any point within the last five years, we'd be surprised if you weren't aware of the Renter's Reform...
Elliot Leigh
May 30, 20243 min read
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Home Energy Model: Everything You Need to Know
In December 2023, the UK Government released consultations on the Home Energy Model (HEM), a replacement for the Standard Assessment...
Elliot Leigh
Apr 22, 20242 min read
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New Reports Highlight the Importance of Landlords to the UK Economy
The National Residential Landlords Association have released a report in collaboration with Paragon Bank and PwC outlining the impact...
Elliot Leigh
Mar 25, 20242 min read
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Landlords see a rise in late rent payments across the UK
With the current cost of living crisis, late rent payments are on the rise, forcing many people to prioritise other living expenses. A...
Elliot Leigh
Jan 25, 20242 min read
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