The latest Spring Statement from Rachel Reeves has been delivered, but many commentators across the property industry have described it as a statement with very little direct impact on landlords or the housing market.
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Is Self-Managing Still Worth It in 2026? Time, Cost, and Risks Under the Renters’ Rights Act
The lettings world is changing and for landlords, the landscape is shifting dramatically. From 1st May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act comes into force across England, introducing a host of new obligations, rights, and protections for tenants. For landlords, especially those with portfolios of buy-to-let properties in Kent, these changes aren’t just bureaucratic tweaks, they represent a fundamental shift in how rental properties must be managed.
Continue reading Is Self-Managing Still Worth It in 2026? Time, Cost, and Risks Under the Renters’ Rights ActMaking Tax Digital for Landlords: What’s Changing, When It Affects You, and How to Prepare
At 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.
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With the Renters’ Rights Act now moving into its rollout phase, we finally have confirmation of when the first set of changes will come into force. Phase One begins on 1st May 2026, followed by Phase Two in late 2026 and a future Phase Three expected after further consultation.
Continue reading The One Document You Must Give All Tenants Before AprilAre You Ready for the Proposed EPC Changes?
The UK government has recently released the findings of its 12-week consultation on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) and Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) for the Private Rented Sector (PRS). These proposed changes could have a significant impact on landlords, particularly in Kent, where many properties may require costly upgrades to comply.
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