UK Government urged to encourage more flexible enforcement of court orders as County Court delays and policy changes cost landlords thousands and impact housing supply

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The UK Government is being urged to act quickly to stop delays in the County Court Bailiff system and changes to County Court policy negatively impacting the rented housing sector. The call comes as new research shows the delays are affecting the supply of rental properties and costing landlords thousands of pounds and months of delay in …

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Digital Change Ahead: What MTD Means for Landlords (and How to Stay Prepared)

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Tax rules are shifting, and landlords are right in the middle of it. HMRC’s Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD) programme is rolling out across more areas, and before long, every landlord with taxable property income will need to comply. Gone are the days when you could rely on paper records or leave your …

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Zero Deposit Mortgages: Echoes of 2008 or a Sign of Progress?

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In April 2025, Barclays launched a zero deposit mortgage targeted at council tenants through the Right to Buy scheme. While the aim is to widen access to homeownership, it raises questions about the potential for overheating in the property market—a topic that inevitably draws comparisons to the 2008 financial crisis. Property Trends and Market Cycles …

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Smart Parking Control for Landlords: How NPC Combines Tech and Enforcement

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Take Control of Unauthorised Parking with National Parking Control Managing resident parking is a common headache for landlords and property managers across the UK. From unauthorised parking, to permits and enforcement, parking issues can easily become a major management concern. That’s where National Parking Control comes in. NPC is the industry leading, fully funded solution …

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