April 2026

Spring is one of the most important periods in the student property calendar.While many landlords focus on securing tenants, experienced student investors understand that spring is also the ideal time to prepare properties for the next academic cycle.Leaving maintenance, compliance checks and refurbishment planning until summer often creates unnecessary pressure, higher contractor costs and increased risk...

The dust is beginning to settle on the single biggest piece of legislation to affect the private rented sector (PRS) in England for decades. The road to the Renters' Rights Act 2026 was long, marked by consultations, campaigns, and significant government U-turns. For student landlords, the level of uncertainty was unprecedented. Now that the reforms are fully in force, let’s cut through the noise and...