After months of discussion, preparation, and industry-wide change, the new Renters Rights legislation comes into effect today.
This has been a long time in the making.
Across the sector, letting agents, landlords, and property professionals have been reviewing processes, updating documentation, and adapting how tenancies are managed in anticipation of this moment.
Continue reading Today’s The Day – The Renters Rights Act Phase 1 is LiveThe upcoming changes under the Renters’ Rights Act are fast approaching, and with a confirmed start date of 1st May, we’re now seeing the government take significant steps to ensure the new legislation is properly enforced.
Continue reading Landlords Urged to Act as Council Enforcement Powers IncreaseAt Lifeboat Lettings, a big part of our role is helping landlords stay informed, compliant and confident about what’s coming next in the lettings landscape. One topic that’s been generating a lot of questions recently, including during our latest landlord webinar is Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax.
Making Tax Digital is being introduced in stages between April 2026 and April 2028, and while it won’t affect every landlord straight away, it will eventually impact most unincorporated landlords earning £20,000 or more from property or self-employment.
Continue reading Making Tax Digital for Landlords: What’s Changing, When It Affects You, and How to Prepare
