Allison Thompson, national lettings managing director, Leaders, part of LRG, examines the practical implications of the Renters’ Rights Act for tenants and landlords, outlining...

New research from specialist insurer Hiscox has outlined five traits landlords should adopt ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act.

77% of tenants with landlords living within 40 miles reported positive experiences, compared with 71% for those farther away.

Tenants moving home now tie up an average of £2,524 across two cash deposits at the same time.

Between 3 and 6% of council tenancies may be fraudulent, potentially affecting thousands of properties that could house legitimate applicants.

Allison Thompson, national lettings managing director, Leaders, examines the practical impact of the Renters’ Rights Act on tenants’ security, rent increases, property...

Under-25s now make up 26% of the flatshare market, down from 32% in 2015.

Demand for flats in London grew 4%, by 20,000 enquiries, but international flat hunter searches dropped 7%, 59,000 fewer searches.

Rental availability is on the up despite reform fears.

Six applicants competed for each rental property in November