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Guides, market insights and product news for landlords and property investors.

MTD 7 August 2026: In Scope, Common Q1 Mistakes, and What to Do If You’re Late
Confirm MTD scope, fix seven common Q1 errors, and know what happens if you miss 7 August 2026. Links to Lendlord filing guides without repeating them.

Bridging Loan Application Documents Checklist 2026
Bridging loan application documents checklist for UK investors: ID, proof of funds, schedule of works, valuations and exit evidence lenders ask for in 2026.

Section 21 Deadline Aftermath: What Section 8 Data Shows So Far
The 31 July Section 21 court deadline has passed. See July possession data, how landlords are using Section 8 grounds, and what to prepare for next.

Fixed vs Rolled-Up Bridging Interest Cost Comparison
What to change in a UK tenancy agreement template mid-tenancy: rent increases, new occupants, pets and variations after the Renters Rights Act.

Tenancy Agreement Template: Mid-Tenancy Changes
What to change in a UK tenancy agreement template mid-tenancy: rent increases, new occupants, pets and variations after the Renters Rights Act.

Refurbishment Bridging Loan Case Study: Costs, Timeline and Exit
Worked refurbishment bridging loan case study: purchase, works budget, drawdown timeline, interest cost and BTL remortgage exit for UK landlords.

HMO Licensing vs Article 4 for UK Investors
HMO licensing and Article 4 are separate gates. How multi-let investors check both before buying, converting or letting in England.

BoE Holds 3.75%: The Remortgage Math Landlords Miss
Bank Rate held at 3.75%. Why waiting for a cut can cost borrowing power, and how a 5-year fix can raise your max BTL loan.

Renters Rights Act Information Sheet Guide 2026
New to renters rights act information sheet? We break down the costs, compliance rules, and smart next steps for UK landlords in 2026.

HMRC Nudge Letters Hit Landlords: £104m Recovered (2026)
HMRC recovered £104m from landlord tax disclosures in 2025/26. How nudge letters, Land Registry matching and phantom profit affect UK landlords.

Tenant Contract | UK Landlords 2026
Download a free, Renters Rights Act compliant tenant contract for UK landlords, with editable template and guidance.

UK Property Portfolio Growth: Underwrite Deals (2026)
84% of professional UK landlords plan to buy more property. Learn how to underwrite deals with BRRRR, flip, and BTL analysis tools before you overbid.

House Flipping UK: How Landlords Profit (2026)
New to house flipping? We break down the costs, compliance rules, and smart next steps for UK landlords in 2026.

MTD Hub Compliance Guide: Submit Your HMRC Quarterly Update
Follow Lendlord's MTD Compliance Guide slide by slide: open the MTD Hub, verify NINO, connect to HMRC, categorise mortgage interest, review totals, and submit.

MTD Deadline 7 August 2026: What UK Landlords Must File Now
Phase 1 MTD landlords must file the first quarterly update by 7 August 2026 for 6 April to 5 July. See what to submit and the full 2026/27 calendar.

Section 13 Rent Increase Notice and the First-tier Tribunal Challenge
Raise rent lawfully with a Section 13 notice in 2026. See Form 4A style rules, the First-tier Tribunal challenge, and how to evidence market rent.

Ground 1A Notice and the 12 Month Re-Letting Ban
Selling a rental under the Renters Rights Act? See how a Ground 1A notice works, the 12 month re-letting ban, and how UK landlords avoid penalties.

Epc Register - UK Landlord Guide (2026)
Free UK landlord guide to epc register. Step-by-step advice, worked examples, and 2026 compliance updates. Use Lendlord HMO checker.

Free Mortgage Lender Quotes - UK Landlord Guide (2026)
Try the free mortgage lender quotes for UK landlords. Instant results, 2026 rates, and expert tips from Lendlord, built for property investors.

Council Tax Band - UK Landlord Guide (2026)
Use our free council tax band for UK landlords. Instant results, 2026 rates, and expert tips from Lendlord, built for property investors.

Bridging Loan Calculator UK 2026: Rates & Requirements
Use a bridging loan calculator to price your next deal. See UK bridging loan rates, lender requirements, fees, and how to plan a clean exit in 2026.

EPC C by 2030 UK: MEES Rules and Funding Upgrades
EPC C by 2030 is coming. See MEES rules, typical EPC upgrade costs for landlords, and how to fund energy improvements with bridging finance.

HMO Investment Yields by Town 2026: Midlands Guide
HMO investment yields by town in the Midlands for 2026. Compare Lichfield, Tamworth, Luton and more, and learn to judge net yield, not just headlines.

London vs North East Rental Stock 2026: Yield Guide
London vs North East rental stock trends in 2026: where supply is falling, how regional yields compare, and how to find deals with postcode data.