Renting a property is a legal process – and avoiding it has consequences, both financially and personally. New landlords may be tempted to avoid declaration for many reasons – from misconceptions about what’s involved to a fear of tax consequences or a heavy administration burden.
Like every month, Rentila offers you an overview of the main real estate news of interest to landlords and tenants. This month, we focus on: Where did house prices rise and fall the most in 2025?; UK property market shows signs of recovery; 2026 mortgage market outlook: stability, confidence and a gradual return of momentum; UK rents expected to rise 2% in 2026 amid ‘chronic’ housing shortage; Two-thirds of landlords plan to invest despite Budget concerns… Happy reading and… renting!
In today’s digital-first world, remote landlord-ing is on the rise. Both tenants and landlords are moving further away from in-person meetings, out-of-the-blue phone calls, and physical, handheld documentation.
Like every month, Rentila offers you an overview of the main real estate news of interest to landlords and tenants. This month, we focus on: House price growth slows but market remained resilient despite Budget worries; Mortgage searches fall by 14.64% after Budget shake up; The UK housing market to shift from subdued to steady as prices rise in 2026; Government confirms no new tenant protections before Renters’ Rights Act; Progress on EPC upgrades has halved in past five years… Happy reading and… renting!
Letting agents used to be the crutch to support landlords in running an efficient rental property. But with UK landlords now facing higher taxes, many are turning to DIY solutions to boost their bottom line.
Like every month, Rentila offers you an overview of the main real estate news of interest to landlords and tenants. This month, we focus on: UK house prices rise at fastest rate since January; London house prices set to surge by £31k in two years; Buy-To-Let rates: Where are they heading?; The Section 21 notice error that ruined a landlord’s case; Government publishes guide to Renters’ Rights Act… Happy reading and… renting!
When renovating a rental property, every landlord has a budget – and it’s usually a pretty strict one. While you want your tenants to live somewhere nice, running a rental property is a business, and protecting your bottom line is always important.
Like every month, Rentila offers you an overview of the main real estate news of interest to landlords and tenants. This month, we focus on: London landlords look to sell before legislation hits ; Wales leads for UK landlord yields ; Halifax cuts mortgage rates as other lenders hold or raise deals ; The cost of renting in the UK reaches record highs ; Five essential autumn home maintenance tasks to keep your insurance valid ; Private rented sector must be protected and nurtured … Happy reading and… renting!
Generally, it’s fairly easy to tell if a property portfolio is making money. But identifying areas where income can be maximised isn’t so straightforward. It requires strategic tracking, concise expenditure mapping, and deliberate planning to achieve. Tracking KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) is the first step for landlords aiming to grow their portfolio and maximise returns. In property management, KPIs represent measurable aspects of the business that landlords can monitor and improve to drive long-term success.
Like every month, Rentila offers you an overview of the main real estate news of interest to landlords and tenants. This month, we focus on: Homes priced too high take twice as long to sell ; Higher stamp duty rates cause property market slowdown ; Lenders raise rates despite base rate cut ; What is next for UK interest rates? ; Surge in rental scams targeting young tenants ; Rents fell in August as inflation grew ; Renters’ Rights Bill could create 1 million new pet owners… Happy reading and… renting!