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Tamworth Council wants to end its reputation as a "soft touch" for HMO developers.

It plans to introduce additional licensing after a rise in smaller HMOs, saying developers are targeting areas with fewer restrictions.

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Portfolio landlords are increasingly turning to #BuildToRent as higher costs, more regulation and stronger tenant rights reshape investment decisions.

What's driving the shift? Read more here: https://t.co/wGV0OJjMel

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Angela Rayner is back as Housing Secretary.

The property sector has offered a cautious welcome but what could her return mean for landlords, renters and housing policy?

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Tenant demand remains strong, but rent growth is slowing.

Average UK private rents rose 3.3% in the year to June as affordability pressures begin to cool rental inflation.

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Rent controls may sound like a quick fix for rising rents, but property experts warn they risk making the problem worse.

Less investment. Fewer rental homes. More pressure on tenants.

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The BBC's Panorama investigation shows how organised criminals are using fake identities to rent properties.

Tenant referencing is essential - but it's not foolproof.

What does this mean for landlords? Read our latest article: https://t.co/hCIVmgRbCV

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Tonight's BBC Panorama investigation features Landlord Action founder Paul Shamplina as it uncovers how organised criminal networks manipulate the rental sector by using fake identities and false references to obtain and take control of residential properties.

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Tonight's BBC Panorama investigation features Landlord Action founder Paul Shamplina as it uncovers how organised criminal networks manipulate the rental sector by using fake identities and false references to obtain and take control of residential properties.

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HMO landlords are investing in higher-spec properties to attract tenants.

Ensuites, better EPCs and larger rooms are topping the wish list as landlords target students and professionals.

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🗣️ New from Paul Shamplina:

The housing crisis won't be solved by turning landlords and tenants into enemies. We need better policy, not more division.

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A shift in the buy-to-let market?

Landlords bought more homes than they sold last month for the first time since 2019, suggesting investor confidence may be returning.

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Is property letting a business or just a passive investment?

A new Upper Tribunal ruling could have important implications for landlords considering incorporation and CGT relief.

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Deposit protection mistakes can be costly.

From late protection to Prescribed Information errors, here's what landlords need to know to stay compliant and avoid problems with possession claims.

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The Renters' Rights Act isn't finished yet.

The next phase will introduce the PRS Database and Landlord Ombudsman, so now's the time for landlords to get prepared.

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Professionalism was the standout message from this year's National Landlord Investment Show.

Why today's landlords need to think like business owners 👇

Read more here: https://t.co/13Fo8FJsuE

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Can tax rumours change the property market before any policy is announced?

Tom Entwistle explores why CGT speculation is already influencing landlord decisions.

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"The rush is real."

Paul Shamplina says landlords have one chance to get their Section 21 claims right before 31 July as court backlogs continue to grow.

Read more: https://t.co/UZNwatWwJ7

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A watchdog for property managing agents is a step closer.

MPs want a statutory regulator with enforcement powers. Could this reshape the sector?

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https://t.co/aD53B3FjlS

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Digital Right to Rent checks are being tightened from this autumn.

If you use digital identity checks, make sure your provider meets the new certification standards and your compliance processes are up to date.

Read more: https://t.co/UAgnTXOsim

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Can landlords comply with the law if tenants refuse access? 🤔

We explore the clash between tenants' right to quiet enjoyment and landlords' legal duty to carry out essential inspections and safety checks.

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