Amanda Woodward

The Renters' Rights Act has raised questions among landlords, particularly around rent increases. Let's address the key concerns: Can you still increase rent? Yes. However, the framework has evolved, and compliance is now more critical than ever. The updated rules are clear: maximum one increase per 12-month period, minimum 2 months' notice, increases must reflect prevailing market rates, and tenants can challenge disproportionate increases via tribunal. This guide explains the new rules,...

Rent increases remain one of the most sensitive conversations in property management. Yet with mortgage rates, insurance premiums, and maintenance costs all rising, landlords need a clear framework to justify adjustments whilst maintaining tenant relationships. The challenge isn't whether to increase rent—it's how to do it fairly, transparently, and professionally. When landlords present market data and cost breakdowns, they build trust and reduce disputes. When they don't, they create...

The UK rental market is at a tipping point. A storm of new legislation, a historic landlord exodus, and shifting economic tides are converging to create a landscape of both significant risk and unprecedented opportunity. For the amateur landlord, 2026 looks daunting. For the strategic investor, it’s a goldmine. This isn’t another dry forecast. This is a commercial briefing for serious landlords and property investors. We’ll cut through the noise and expose where the real profits are to be...