Letting agents across England have days to prepare for sweeping changes under the Renters' Rights Act, including the end of Section 21 and a ban on rental bidding.

West One lowers buy-to-let mortgage rates and introduces e-signatures to speed up completions.

New seller asking prices rose 0.8% in April as the UK housing market held firm against higher borrowing costs triggered by the war in Iran.

Avamore Capital completed a £210k bridging finance deal in 17 working days, with final sign-off just four days after underwriter handover.

Paragon Bank has added a limited edition 60% LTV buy-to-let mortgage range covering single self-contained properties, HMOs and multi-unit blocks, with rates starting from 4.35%.

Independent property consultancy Galbraith warns the Renters' Rights Act 2026 could trigger a landlord exodus from rural areas, where rental properties are already in short supply.

A Goodlord survey of 2,650 letting agents, landlords and tenants reveals deep divisions across the private rented sector ahead of the Renters' Rights Act coming into force on 1 May.

Coventry for intermediaries has reduced selected limited company buy-to-let rates by up to 20 basis points, with both two- and five-year fixed options now available at 75% LTV.

A major shift in private rental sector exits is expected as new data from Pepper Money highlights rising landlord sales and legislative pressure.

The Guild of Property Professionals has issued fresh guidance on lettings reform as it shifts focus from preparation to operational readiness.