When the Renters’ Rights Act came into force on 1st May 2026, Section 21 was officially abolished.
For many landlords, this immediately raised a worrying question:
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Could National Insurance Soon Apply to Rental Income?
Rumours are building ahead of the Autumn Budget that the Government is considering applying National Insurance (NI) contributions to rental income. While the proposal is not yet confirmed, the reports have caught the attention of landlords and property investors across the UK — and particularly here in Kent, where demand for rental property remains high and investors are already under growing financial pressure.
Continue reading Could National Insurance Soon Apply to Rental Income?Lifeboat Lettings Announces Acquisition of Kearsney Property Services
We’re excited to announce a major development in our journey at Lifeboat Lettings! As part of our growth strategy, we’ve officially acquired Kearsney Property Services, a well-established lettings agency based in Dover, Kent. This acquisition allows us to expand our services and strengthen our presence across the county, bringing Lifeboat Lettings’ expertise to even more landlords and tenants in Kent.
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