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Landlord Tax Changes 2025: Why Guaranteed Rent Is More Important Than Ever
Landlords are once again in the firing line. Reports suggest that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering making landlords pay National...

Elliot Leigh
Sep 162 min read


Celebrating International Day of Charity 2025: A London Focus
International Day of Charity on the 5th of September, is a crucial time to reflect on the power of giving and the profound impact of...

Elliot Leigh
Sep 45 min read


London Rents Are Soaring – Is Your Investment at Risk?
London continues to hold the title as the least affordable region for private renters in the UK, with average rents consuming well above...

Elliot Leigh
Aug 262 min read


Rent Arrears & the Renters’ Rights Bill: What Landlords Need to Know
A tenant not paying rent (or falling behind), is every landlord’s worst day. It’s also the most common reason for eviction and sleepless...

Elliot Leigh
Aug 213 min read


The Unpredictable World of Landlord Finances
A New Era of Financial Uncertainty for National Financial Awareness Day 2025 Being a landlord today is about more than just collecting...

Elliot Leigh
Aug 143 min read


Landlords Are Being Forced Out – Don’t Be Next!
As Britain’s small-scale landlords scramble to sell up, driven by the looming impact of the Renters’ Rights Bill, one question remains:...

Elliot Leigh
Aug 72 min read


The Competitive Landscape of the Rental Market: What Landlords Need to Know
The UK rental market is dynamic and ever evolving. For landlords, staying ahead of the curve isn't just about collecting rent; it's about...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 234 min read


Thirteen Months in Arrears: UK Landlords' Eviction Ordeal and a Real Solution
Being a landlord in the UK is often painted as a path to easy, passive income. But for many, the reality is far more stressful. From...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 172 min read


Is Guaranteed Rent the Future of Letting? Navigating the UK Rental Market amidst Renters’ Rights Bill Concerns
The UK's private rented sector is undergoing significant shifts, with the long-awaited Renters’ Rights Bill casting a shadow of...

Elliot Leigh
Jul 34 min read


A New Chapter for UK Housing? Dissecting Reeves' £39 Billion Promise – A Deeper Dive by Elliot Leigh
The recent Spending Review unveiled by Rachel Reeves has sent ripples through the UK housing sector, offering what many hope is a new era...

Elliot Leigh
Jun 116 min read


A Ray of Hope for Landlords? UK Interest Rates Set to Dip
For landlords navigating the complexities of the buy-to-let market, recent economic news has often been met with a degree of caution....

Elliot Leigh
Apr 223 min read


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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 10, 20245 min read

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