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Main changes affecting landlords / home-owners High‑Value Council Tax Surcharge (“mansion tax”) From April 2028, properties in England valued at  more than £2 million  (in 2026 values) will pay an  annual surcharge  on top of normal council tax.  The surcharge bands are roughly:  £2,500 per year  for properties just over £2 m, rising to  £7,500 per year  for homes worth £5 m or more.  The surcharge will be collected via council tax and paid by the  owner , not the occupant. 

ICO registration for landlords  refers to registering with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)  if you are a landlord who handles tenants’ personal data. In the UK, the ICO is the regulator for data protection (GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018). Do landlords need to register? Most landlords do  need to register and pay the ICO data protection fee because they: Collect and store tenants’ personal information (name, email, phone, ID documents) Run reference checks

Are you keeping upto date with compliance? Letting agents become “relevant firms” From 14 May 2025, letting agents are officially classed as “relevant firms” under UK financial sanctions regulations. This means they have reporting obligations  to the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI). No monetary threshold Unlike previous anti-money laundering (AML) rules, these sanctions checks apply regardless of the rent level . Every letting agent must check all  prospec

What Changes from 1 May 2026 Abolition of Section 21 “No-Fault” Evictions From 1 May 2026, landlords in the private rented sector (PRS) can no longer rely on Section 21 to evict tenants. propertymark.co.uk + 3GOV.UK + 3GOV.UK +3 Instead, possession must rely on legal (Section 8) grounds . GOV.UK + 2gowlingwlg.com +2 For existing valid S21 notices served before 1 May 2026, there are transitional provisions: you must start any court proceedings in a certain window. GOV.UK +1

A New Era for the Private Rental Sector The Government’s long-anticipated Renters’ Rights Act 2025  has officially become law, receiving Royal Assent on 27 October 2025 .This landmark legislation brings sweeping reforms to the private rented sector, aiming to strengthen tenant protections while creating a fairer, more transparent system for landlords. At MAS Lettings & Management , we’re here to ensure our landlords understand these changes and stay fully compliant. 🔍 Key Ch

On 22nd October 2025 , the Renters’ Rights Bill  successfully passed through the House of Commons  in its final form. This marks one of the last steps before the Bill becomes law, with Royal Assent expected before the end of October . The Bill represents the most significant reform to England’s private rented sector in over 30 years. No formal vote (“division”) was required in the Commons, indicating broad political support or at least no opposition sufficient to block its pa

🎯Stress-Free Letting. Guaranteed Income. Our Guaranteed Rent Service  offers landlords complete peace of mind — secure rental income every month, whether your property is occupied or not. No void periods. No rent arrears. No hassle. ✅ What We Offer Guaranteed Monthly Rent We pay you a fixed rent every month regardless of whether the property is tenanted or vacant. Full Property Management We handle every aspect of the tenancy — marketing, tenant referencing, maintenance, ins

🏛 What Happened in the House of Lords (14 October 2025) ? The House of Lords held a “ping-pong” session to review final amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill. The Government won key votes , and all non-government amendments were rejected. Key Outcomes: Ground 1A (Re-Let Period):  12-month re-let ban after notice to sell remains . Ground 4A (Student Lets):  Still applies only to full-time students in HMOs . Pet Deposits:  Proposal for a 3-week pet deposit defeated . Burden o

1. 🎯 Owner’s Mindset They think like a landlord because they are  one. That means: They treat your property like an investment , not just a contract They focus on profitability , not just filling vacancies They understand how to balance cost vs. value ➡️ You get decisions that reflect long-term thinking, not short-term convenience. 2. 🧠 Real-World Experience Having managed their own rental properties, they’ve likely dealt with: Rent collection issues Problem tenants Mainten

Property management  is the process of overseeing residential rental properties on behalf of a landlord. This can be done directly by the landlord or by hiring a professional property manager or letting agent. 🔑 Key Responsibilities of Residential Property Management 1. Lettings and Tenant Management Advertising the property and finding suitable tenants Conducting viewings and tenant referencing (credit checks, employment, etc.) Preparing and signing tenancy agreements Handl

1. Right to Rent Checks (England only) 🔲 Verify tenant(s) have the legal right to rent in the UK. 🔲 Keep copies of documents for at least 1 year after the tenancy ends. 2. Tenancy Deposit Protection (TDP) 🔲 Protect tenant’s deposit in a government-approved scheme within 30 days. 🔲 Provide prescribed information to the tenant within 30 days. Schemes include : Deposit Protection Service (DPS) MyDeposits Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) 3. Gas Safety 🔲 Annual gas safety check b

📌 Latest Developments & Where the Bill Stands (2025) Return to House of Lords (Ping‑Pong Stage) The Bill is due to come back to the House of Lords on 14 October 2025  to consider amendments made by the Commons. Parliament News At that stage, peers will debate Commons changes on items like pet damage deposits, shared ownership exemptions, and repossession rules. Parliament News Lords Third Reading Completed The Lords conducted the third reading on 21 July 2025 , enabling “tid

Evictions typically fall under two main routes: 🔹 1. Section 21 – “No-Fault” Eviction Used when you want to regain possession of the property at the end of a fixed term  or during a periodic tenancy  without giving a reason. ✅ Requirements Before Serving: You must have : Protected the deposit in a government-approved scheme Given the tenant: Gas Safety Certificate Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) “How to Rent” guide EICR (Electrical Safety Certificate) 📅 Notice Period: