Landlord Landscape: Market Insights and Opportunities in Ipswich’s Rental Sector
September 2025 brings compelling evidence of Ipswich’s rental market strength, with new data revealing significant opportunities for both established landlords and those considering property investment in Suffolk. The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics paint a picture of robust rental growth and sustained demand across the town and surrounding areas. Understanding these market […]
The Renters’ Rights Bill: What Ipswich Landlords Must Know This September
September 2025 marks a pivotal moment for landlords across Ipswich and East Suffolk. The Renters’ Rights Bill will receive Royal Assent and become law after Parliament returns from the summer recess, with Monday, September 8 as the provisional date that the Commons will consider the Lords’ amendments. For property owners managing rentals in Ipswich, Woodbridge, […]
Preparing Your Rental Property for the Student Rush: An Ipswich Landlord’s August Checklist
August marks the crucial preparation period for Ipswich landlords targeting the student rental market. With the University of Suffolk’s academic year approaching and Clearing results freshly announced, the next few weeks represent the final opportunity to ensure your properties are ready for what’s traditionally one of the busiest lettings periods in the Suffolk calendar. For […]
Energy Efficiency Regulations: What Ipswich Landlords Need to Know This August
As we move through August 2025, energy efficiency regulations continue to reshape the lettings landscape across Ipswich and the wider Suffolk region. For landlords managing properties in areas like Kesgrave, Rushmere St Andrew, and central Ipswich, staying compliant with these evolving requirements isn’t just about avoiding penalties—it’s about maintaining competitive rental properties that attract quality […]
Renters’ Rights Bill 2025: What Ipswich Landlords Need to Know This July
The summer of 2025 marks a pivotal moment for landlords across Ipswich and Suffolk. With the Renters’ Rights Bill expected to receive Royal Assent before Parliament’s summer recess on 22nd July, we’re on the cusp of the most significant overhaul to private renting legislation since the Housing Act 1988. For landlords operating in Ipswich’s increasingly […]
A Very Merry Christmas Checklist for Landlords
Want to enjoy a safe and stress-free Christmas without an emergency call from your tenants? Then, run through this helpful checklist. Christmas is just a few weeks away, but don’t put your feet up yet if you’re a landlord. While emergencies are rare at a rental property, they can crop up occasionally – even on […]
Five Tips for Landlords Buying a Doer-Upper
When considering the purchase of a ‘doer-upper’ – a property that requires refurbishment – landlords are often faced with a Shakespearean (ish) question: “To buy, or not to buy?” It’s an important decision where you must weigh up several important factors before choosing to invest or not. Below are five key considerations to keep in […]
What Can Local Landlords Expect in The Budget?
After months of fevered speculation, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will unveil her autumn Budget on Wednesday 30 October. As the announcement could have important implications for landlords, let’s consider what might be included in it. But first, a caveat Leaks and rumours accompany the lead-up to any major fiscal event, and this Budget – Labour’s first […]
The Latest on the Rental Market: Update for Landlords
Is the rental market running hot or cold, and what can we expect in the coming year? Let’s dig into the latest data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) and property portal Zoopla to find out. Taking stock Unless you spent 2023 hiding under a rock, you’ll know that rents rose last year. A […]
The Demographic Shift Taking Place in the Buy to Let Market
First-time buyers might be getting older, but when it comes to landlords, it’s a different story. A new survey* has found that in the past nine years, there’s been a drop in the average age of landlords in the UK. Back in 2014, the average age for a landlord purchasing a rental with a buy-to-let […]