At our agency, we support landlords through evolving legislation and market shifts. The Renters Reform Bill is no exception.

The main changes it has introduced include longer notice periods, removing Section 21, and replacing fixed terms with open-ended periodic tenancies.

The Barras Property Cycle model is a very effective way to look at the market.  It highlights how property has a delayed reaction to changes in demand. When confidence and lending conditions improve, construction surges, but by the time those homes are complete, demand has often cooled.

This is not just a tax decision, it can affect how you grow your portfolio and your annual income.  It may also have an impact on your longer-term goals. 

You have bought a flat or a house and plan to use it as a buy-to-let, so one of your first decisions will be, do I manage it myself or do I employ a lettings agency?