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Renting rights16 July 2026·7 min read

Rental bidding in England: what renters should know now

The rules have changed in England. Here is what a renter should know, what to keep in writing and where to check official guidance.

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Renting advice5 min read

Tired of wasting evenings at rental viewings? Start with a clearer rental request

A clearer rental request will not replace viewings—but it can help make the ones you take worth your time.

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Renting advice6 min read

What to include in a rental request if you want better replies

Better replies start with a request people can understand in under a minute.

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Market Trends8 min read

The Future of Renting in the UK: What's Coming After 2026

May 2026 wasn't the end of reform. It was Phase 1. Here's what's already coming, and how the rental market will look by 2027.

Market Trends8 min read

London Rentals: Why Prices Are Different (And Where to Find Value)

Central London is brutal. Zone 3 is reasonable. The difference between knowing this and not knowing it is about £600 a month.

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Renters7 min read

How to Get Your Deposit Back: What Landlords Can Actually Deduct in 2026

Your deposit is legally your money. Your landlord is holding it. Here's how to make sure you actually get it back.

Market Trends8 min read

Best UK Cities for Renters in 2026: Where Your Money Goes Further

London at £1,800 for a studio. Newcastle at £700 for a nicer one-bed. Geography is doing more work than your salary right now.

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Renters7 min read

Can Landlords Still Increase Rent in 2026? The New Rules Explained

Yes, landlords can still raise the rent. No, they don't get to do it however and whenever they want anymore.

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Market Trends7 min read

Landlords Leaving the Market: What It Means for Your Next Rental

Roughly one in five landlords shrank their portfolio in 2026. The homes didn't disappear — but they did leave the rental pool.

Renters7 min read

First Time Renting in the UK? Here's What Nobody Tells You

Rent is just the start. Here's everything you'll wish someone had explained before you signed your first tenancy agreement.

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Renters7 min read

Bidding Wars for Rentals: How to Win Without Breaking the Bank

Bidding with money is banned. So how do you actually win when twenty people want the same flat? You compete on the things that landlords secretly care about most.

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Renters8 min read

Renters' Rights Act 2026: Changes in England

If you're renting in England, the Renters' Rights Act comes into effect 1 May 2026. Here's what changes for tenants, what landlords can no longer do, and what you can finally ask for. Scotland and Wales have separate rules.

Market Trends6 min read

Why Are UK Rents So High? What Actually Changed in 2026

A young professional in Manchester is spending 40% of their wage on rent. They're not alone — and it's not just greed driving it.