I hope you’re enjoying the sunshine this week. The PayProp Rent Report went out earlier today with updates on all the latest news affecting the UK private rented sector.
- The government has published its Rental Reform White Paper setting out plans for the upcoming Renters Reform Bill. What's in it, and when can we expect the bill to be introduced?
- Rental reform is also on the agenda in Wales, where the devolved government is delaying major rental reforms by six months. We ask what’s behind the hold-up and what it means for the industry.
- Next, a major new survey has shed light on the various ways in which landlords in England end tenancies. We share its findings and look ahead to the potential impact of scrapping Section 21 evictions.
- Landlords who sell to first-time buyers could pay less Capital Gains Tax under plans being considered by the government. How would such a tax cut affect the private rented sector and the wider housing market?
- In our fifth story, a poll of landlords revealed that more than 4 in 10 believe letting agents are too expensive. Do agents need to up their game or just get better at communicating their value?
- Our final private rented sector story for this month focuses on plans to require landlords to make more modifications for disabled tenants. We reveal what the government is considering and share how you can have your say in their consultation.
- Finally, today is Agents Giving Day! The property sector charity is asking agents to support their local food banks. Find out what you can do to help.
We’ll be back with more news and analysis next month. Make sure you don’t miss out by subscribing to the PayProp Rent Report now.
