Buy-to-Let Repossessions Surge Amid Rising Mortgage Rates
UK buy-to-let repossessions have risen by 10% in Q4 2025, with landlords facing higher mortgage repayments due to rising interest rates. Landlords with a £250,000 mortgage face an annual repayment increase of £1,975.
Stagnant Rents Outside London: Impact on Landlords and Borrowers
Rents outside London have flatlined for the first time since 2017, potentially impacting landlords. With increased borrowing costs and stagnant rents, landlords could face squeezed profits.
Buy-to-Let Lending Grows in Q4 2025: Real World Impact on UK Landlords
Buy-to-let lending increased by 18.2% in Q4 2025, driven by landlords refinancing existing loans. This led to increased rental yields and lower interest rates, benefiting landlords.
UK Construction Output Falls: What it Means for Mortgage Holders
UK construction output has fallen for the fifth quarter straight, potentially impacting mortgage holders. First-time buyers and remortgagers could see changes in their monthly payments due to shifts in property prices.
UK Rental Market Stability Amid Rising Buy-to-Let Mortgage Rates
Despite rising buy-to-let mortgage rates, the UK rental market remains stable with average rents outside London holding steady at £1,370 per month in Q1 2026. However, landlords face increased borrowing costs which may put upward pressure on rents.
UK Landlord Exodus Slows as Rental Sell-Offs Plunge
The proportion of landlords selling off their former rental properties has nearly halved in the past year, indicating a slowdown in the wave of buy-to-let exits.
Winkworth Profits Dip in 2025 Despite Steady Revenue
Winkworth s profit before tax declined by 11% to £2.11m in 2025 despite steady revenue. Property management income grew by 9% to £17m, overtaking lettings income for the first time.
Landlords Expected to Sell 220,000 Rented Homes in 2026
Approximately 220,000 rented homes are expected to be sold by the end of 2026, representing around 5% of the UK s private rental stock. This is largely attributed to the upcoming Renters Rights Act.