The abolition of Section 21 is not simply a change of form. It is a change in operating discipline. From 1 May 2026, private landlords in England have been unable to use the Section 21 ‘no-fault’ process to regain possession. Most assured shorthold tenancies converted to assured periodic tenancies, and new private assured tenancies are also periodic. A landlord who needs a property back must now use a relevant statutory ground, serve the right notice and, where necessary, pro

The Change: Rent Increases Now Need More Care Rent increases across the UK property market now demand more care, robust evidence, and a meticulously structured process. Whether you operate within the Private Rented Sector (PRS), manage Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), or oversee social housing and supported living, the landscape is shifting. What does this mean for landlords and property investors? What has fundamentally changed in the way we manage our portfolios? The a

The gentrification debate is everywhere. Rising rents. Displaced residents. Changing neighborhoods. Community tension. It's a complex issue with no easy answers. But here's what most landlords miss: you don't have to choose between growth and responsibility. Between returns and community impact. Between business success and ethical practice. You can do both. The best landlords—the ones building sustainable, future-proof portfolios—understand something fundamental: long-term s