Introduction: Why Landlords Must Act Now on the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 The Renters’ Rights Act 2025, which evolved from the long-awaited Renters (Reform) Bill, marks the most sweeping overhaul of England’s private rented sector in more than three decades. The Bill gained Royal Assent on 27 October 2025, formally Read more
How Manchester’s Growth is Changing the Rental Landscape Introduction Manchester has transformed itself over the past two decades. Once seen as an industrial powerhouse in decline, it’s now one of Europe’s fastest-growing cities, attracting global investment, ambitious regeneration schemes, and tens of thousands of new residents every year. For landlords, Read more
Why Manchester’s Non-Student Rental Market Is Heating Up: What Landlords & Investors Should Know Introduction Manchester has long been known for its vibrant student population, but there’s another rental boom quietly taking off: among working professionals, families, and first-time movers who aren’t students. Between rising mortgage costs, lifestyle shifts, and Read more
Is Build-to-Rent Pushing Out Smaller Landlords in Manchester? 1. Introduction: The Rise of Build-to-Rent in Manchester Walk around central Manchester today, and you can’t miss the glass towers rising from the skyline. From Deansgate Square’s iconic cluster to the regeneration zones of Ancoats, Salford Quays, and NOMA, the city feels Read more
The Manchester Regeneration Effect: Where Landlords Should Be Looking Next Manchester has become one of the UK’s most dynamic property markets, but the real driver of growth isn’t just demand for homes — it’s regeneration. Billions of pounds are being channelled into transport, housing, and commercial schemes across Greater Manchester. Read more
Will Landlords Pay National Insurance on Rental Income? The Government’s £2bn Tax Debate Explained Rumours are swirling that the government is preparing a major shake-up for the private rental sector. Reports suggest the Treasury is considering charging National Insurance (NI) on rental income, a move that could raise up Read more
Is Virtual Staging Ethical? A Deep Dive into the Debate In property, presentation is everything. Buyers decide within seconds whether a listing captures their attention. For decades, sellers and agents have used home staging — the art of dressing a property with furniture, décor, and lighting — to help buyers Read more
The Silent Profit Leaks in Your Manchester Rental – How to Spot & Stop Them in 2025 Introduction – Why Profit Leaks Matter More Than Ever Manchester’s rental market continues to attract investors thanks to strong demand, regeneration projects, and a growing population. But in 2025, rising costs, Read more
The Hidden Costs of Manchester’s Mega-Developments – What Landlords Need to Watch 1. Manchester’s Changing Skyline – Boon or Burden for Landlords? Manchester has transformed from an industrial powerhouse into one of the UK’s most dynamic urban economies. Regeneration schemes, investment from overseas developers, and a thriving university Read more
Worrying Trends in the Greater Manchester Property Market (And How to Navigate Them) Introduction Greater Manchester has long been one of the UK’s most dynamic property markets. With its diverse neighbourhoods, booming student population, and strong transport links, the region has attracted landlords, homeowners, and investors alike. However, the tide Read more