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Demand for Property Investment Companies is Booming – How Landlords Can Benefit

Investors are increasingly interested in buying property companies as a whole, rather than individual properties, and the reason is simple – the tax outcomes are immensely different.

Let me break down why buyers are so keen on this approach and how working with my team at Landlord Sales Agency can connect you with the right buyers ready to buy you out and give you that fast exit and retirement you’ve been yearning for.

The SDLT Advantage That’s Driving Demand

One of the biggest expenses property buyers face is Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). When building a property portfolio, the SDLT costs can be overwhelming, especially with the recent surcharge increase to 5% on additional properties. However, when buyers acquire a property company as a whole, they’re only subject to 0.5% Stamp Duty on the company purchase, not the high SDLT rates on each individual property. This difference is driving a wave of interest from serious investors who are looking to acquire property companies as a going concern.

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The Landlord Talk Show podcast: Landlords, Find Out What The Renters’ Rights Bill Means To You

New Episode - The landlord talk Show podcast

In this episode, David and Ian catch up with what’s happened so far in 2025… including the Renters’ Rights Bill, the general state of play for landlords at the moment, and what’s still to come down the line.

Why All Landlords Should Know What the Renters’ Rights Bill Means for Them

If you’re a landlord, you’ve probably heard about the Renters’ Rights Bill. But do you know exactly how it will affect you and your rental properties? This important legislation is set to bring significant changes to the private rental sector, so staying informed is crucial.

It’s no longer just about keeping your tenants happy – the new bill will bring in more rules and regulations. It also gives councils will be given more powers to fine landlords for legislative errors. Keeping up with new legislation can be expensive – especially when EPC requirements come into force later this year – but with councils’ new powers; failure to comply will be significantly more expensive.

 

Key Changes in the Renters’ Rights Bill

Here are some of the biggest changes the bill proposes:

  • Abolition of Section 21 Evictions – Landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants without a valid reason. This means greater security for tenants but also a need for landlords to be more aware of legitimate grounds for eviction.
  • Stronger Grounds for Possession – While Section 21 is going, the government plans to strengthen Section 8, making it easier for landlords to reclaim their property in legitimate cases, such as rent arrears or selling the home.
  • A New Ombudsman for Landlords – All private landlords will be required to register with a new ombudsman service, aimed at resolving disputes more efficiently.
  • A Property Portal for Compliance – A new online portal will help landlords ensure they are following all legal requirements, making the rental process clearer for both landlords and tenants.
  • Improved Standards for Rental Properties – The Decent Homes Standard is set to apply to private rentals, meaning landlords must meet higher property standards.

 

Why Landlords Need to Stay Informed

These changes could impact everything from how you manage your property to the rights and responsibilities you have as a landlord. Failing to comply with new laws could lead to fines or legal trouble, so understanding your obligations is essential.
One of the best ways to stay updated is by listening to experts who break down these reforms in simple, practical terms.
The Landlord Talk Podcast is a great resource for landlords looking to stay ahead of the curve. The podcast covers key topics affecting landlords, offering expert insights and practical advice.

 

 

Keeping informed about the Renters’ Reform Bill will help you adapt to the changes smoothly and continue managing your properties successfully. Don’t get caught out—stay ahead of the game and be prepared!

 

 

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Landlords see profits soar from downsizing “loophole”

A landlord’s buy-to-let flats sold for £1.15 million in 4 weeks, another in just 2 weeks for 18% higher than market value, and property portfolios performing at the same level of profitability as when we started in the rental sector 15 years ago: these might sound like numbers from years back, but this is exactly what Landlord Sales Agency is achieving for landlords right now.

In fact, it’s all part of what’s been described as a “loophole” for landlords. In July this year, the Renters’ Rights Bill will come into effect – the Bill, which will see landlords subject to scrutiny, demands for refurbs, limitations on selling, and huge limitations on how much rent they can charge, is set to cause a mass exodus of panic selling. The flood of tenanted properties to the market is expected to cause house prices for sales with tenants in situ to plumet.

This means two things:

1. Landlords who want to tidy up their portfolios and get rid of low performing properties should be thinking about selling now before the price drops for tenanted property, but very interestingly

2. The amounts made from selling this side of the Bill can be reinvested into scooping up the inevitable bargains from the panic sell post July.

It’s precisely this tactic that Landlords are contacting Landlord Sales Agency to implement, and the benefits are huge. It means that landlords can cut the chaff over the next few months and keep hold of their best performing properties, increasing their profits, but it also means that there’s a possibility that if you wanted to, you could reinvest again in properties that are cheap as chips. In short: sell 10 tenanted properties this side of the curve now, and you might be able to buy 15 tenanted properties on the other side. It’s a win-win.

This of course, only works if you’re able to sell your properties now for the best prices possible, and crucially, fast. This is why landlords are flooding to Landlord Sales Agency – a company run by landlords, with an average sale time of less than 28 days.

In fact, we’re experts at selling tenanted properties anywhere in the UK, no matter the tenant situation and regardless of the condition. Our private database of over 30,000 buyers, plus relationships with property buying funds and companies means that we’ve got buyers who have 100% trust in us, are motivated and ready to buy.

We also assist sellers selling Off Market. We even sell through local agents to get best price for the right property where that’s the best solution. With landlords keen to shift the “dead weight” before July, we’ve been working faster than ever before, and are versatile to focus on the right solution for each property.

What’s more, buyers get text messages every time we list a property, allowing us to start a bidding war to drive up the value of landlord properties to achieve the best possible prices.

Our method gets higher prices and the same 95% completion rates as traditional auctions. For one portfolio landlord, we sold a flat in Warrington with a tenant in situ in under two weeks for £115,000 – other property buying companies or auctions would have achieved £90 – 100K. For another repeat selling client, we sold a terrace property in Stoke for the price he wanted with a tenant in situ who was paying £300pcm below market rent. We were only able to achieve this price because we did what we do best: get sellers and tenants on board with our strategy of having first time buyers view and bid in competition with landlords, driving up the offers we get from landlords buying with tenants in situ. The result is we’re selling faster, for higher prices, and we’re beating the clock before Renters Rights Bill becomes law in July.

So if you’re a landlord who’s interested in taking advantage of this loophole, get in touch today.

It’s time landlords got back on their feet and back to business.

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How Landlords are “raking the cash in” after following this 3 step strategy

If you’re a landlord, you’d be forgiven for not wanting to read the current headlines. From landlords rushing to exit the market, to the dreaded Renters’ Rights Bill, landlords seem to be getting hit left, right and centre.

But it isn’t all bad news. Landlords will always find a way, and this year it’s no different. For landlords who don’t fully understand the implication of the Renters’ Rights Bill, it’s a Bill that’s expected to become fully operational from July and, amongst other consequences, landlords will have just 3 months to issue Section 21’s or Section 13’s (rent increases) before the new system takes full effect. Ultimately its goal is to give tenants more security to stay in their homes and more freedom to leave substandard properties. Overall, rents will be limited on how much they can increase by, properties will have to undergo major refurbs to hit the required standards, and landlords will not be allowed to sell a property in the first 12 months of a tenancy. Nor will they be able to issue “no fault evictions.” In summary, the situation – whilst great for tenants – is extremely grim for landlords.

So how are some landlords getting around it? And why are their portfolios still so profitable?

The answer is simpler than you think:

  1. Landlords take stock of their portfolio and identify the top performing properties that they should keep.
  2. They sell the remaining properties that don’t strategically fit long-term holds or will have costly damp/condition repairs using a specialist portfolio selling company to maximise the amount they can get for it.
  3. They use the cash to level up the properties they’ve kept, making them money-making machines, and then float the rest of their investment elsewhere.

Now for many landlords, selling might seem like a drastic option, it might even seem like a step back to the empires we’ve so carefully built. But it isn’t.

This year is the year of tightening up our assets. Crucially, whilst we can. What we’re faced with is an opportunity to make our best properties bomb-proof, turning over a great income, and cut the chaff on the rest. Why? Because, put bluntly, we’re about to enter a war on landlords and we need to be bulletproof if we’re going to survive this next era of landlord regulations.

We might find that from the money we’ve made from selling the lower-performing properties, we reinvest in buying again from landlords that missed the boat and need to exit quickly at discounted prices after the Bill takes effect.

So how do we sell our lower-performing properties to make sure we’re getting the most possible cash, and ensuring we’re making a strong business decision? Estate agents won’t get them sold before July, auctions will sell for a fraction of the property’s worth, and that’s precisely why landlords are turning to property portfolio exit specialists.

In fact in the first three months of this year already, almost 150 landlords per month contacted us to sell their low-performing properties to tighten their portfolios so they could continue to see high profits from property. And it worked.

As a company run by landlords for landlords, there’s no surprise the volume of enquiries to Landlord Sales Agency are growing week by week. We’re experts at selling tenanted properties anywhere in the UK, no matter the tenant situation and regardless of the condition. Our private database of over 30,000 buyers, plus relationships with property buying funds and companies means that we’ve got buyers who have 100% trust in us motivated and ready to buy. We also assist sellers selling Off Market.  We even sell through local agents to get best price for the right property where that’s the best solution. With landlords keen to shift the “dead weight” before July, we’ve been working faster than ever before, and are versatile to focus on the right solution for each property.

What’s more, buyers get text messages every time we list a property, allowing us to start a bidding war to drive up the value of landlord properties to achieve the best possible prices. Our method gets higher prices and the same 95% completion rates as traditional auctions. In one portfolio, we sold a flat in Warrington with a tenant in situ in under two weeks for £115,000 – other property buying companies or auctions would have achieved £90 – 100K. We’re selling faster, and for more, and we’re doing it every single week.

It’s clear that the landlords who are thriving right now know what they’re doing. Taking stock, saving their best properties, selling the rest, and reinvesting or keeping the cash ready for when the market works in our favour again.

The time to act is now. Whether or not you’re sure about selling, our company of landlord experts are here to help. We’re ready, and we deliver. So get in touch today and let’s chat.

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Nightmare Tenants, Compliance Issues, and Coal Mines: We Still Sold This Portfolio for £700K

We’ve said it before, and no doubt you’re experiencing it now: it’s a tough market for landlords. With increasing compliance costs, unreliable tenants, and a rapidly changing property landscape, you’d be forgiven for thinking that it’s time to throw in the towel and cash out before prices drop further. In fact, you’re not alone, it’s a decision that many landlords are making.

A landlord from Windsor was in that exact position. Over the last four years, Landlord Sales Agency had helped her sell 40 properties, handling everything from obtaining compliance certificates to managing major refurbishments and even resolving serious coal mining survey issues. But recently, she decided that enough was enough. It was time to package up her six remaining properties. She didn’t want to take the risk and wait for house prices to plumet.

What’s more, with the remaining properties having numerous problems, she opted for the best possible option: a quick, efficient, and guaranteed sale. And that’s exactly what we delivered.

Rather than dealing with

the hassle of individual sales, she trusted us to secure a cash buyer for all six properties in one go.

With four properties on the Wirral and two in North Wales, this was no easy feat, especially with two tenants in significant arrears, having missed multiple payments in the last 12 months. To make matters even more complex, one tenant was an elderly resident on a long-term rent-back agreement from 2006, meaning any buyer needed to be willing to keep them in place. We handled it all, ensuring the buyer was committed to retaining the tenant and providing them with long-term security.

As for the compliance issues? No problem. Some of the landlord’s properties had damp issues and lacked EICRs, which could have seriously delayed or derailed a traditional sale. Thanks to our national agreements with Rentokil, Peter Cox and our extensive network of electricians, we resolved all outstanding issues swiftly, ensuring the deal progressed smoothly.

As if that wasn’t enough, historical coal mine shafts resided near two of the properties. Whilst a neighbouring homeowner had to slash their asking price by £60K due to similar concerns, we had a better solution. Our structural engineers and coal mining surveyors conducted thorough investigations, providing reports that gave the all-clear. As a result, we secured mortgage buyers who were willing to pay £360K more than a cash-only sale would have achieved.

Every single problem that the portfolio had, we were able to solve to ensure the fastest possible sale for the landlord, whilst getting the highest price possible.

At Landlord Sales Agency, this is what we do best. We take complex portfolios, navigate every legal and logistical hurdle, and deliver results that exceed expectations.

Whether you have tenant issues, compliance concerns, or properties that seem impossible to shift, we have the expertise, resources, and buyers to get them sold quickly and for the best possible price.

If you’re a landlord looking to offload your properties with zero stress and maximum return, now is the time to act.

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Landlord sells 23 properties in 16 days: get the highest price now before the market drops

It’s a tough decision to make: should you hold on to your properties, hoping to recover your portfolio back to the golden era of profits? Or is the market well and truly dead? If you’re a landlord who’s been thinking about this over the last year, you’re going to want to keep reading.

Many changes last year pointed at a possible recovery for landlords but, put simply, this year the situation doesn’t look great. The numbers aren’t nearly as profitable enough for the amount of effort you’re putting in, and tied up money in property is getting to a point where it’ll shockingly likely make more profits sitting in a high interest account.

What’s more, last week Rent Smart reported that landlords selling up was going to cause a huge slide in house prices, as the market becomes inundated with houses. The news was met just as a clamp down on EPCs came into play – currently only 48% of private rentals already meet this standard. Figures by Habito revealed that EPC upgrades can cost up to £12,540 – per property. But there’s no reason to panic.

We’re currently sitting in a window where there’s still time to sell whilst you can get the highest price for your properties.

This doesn’t mean you have to sell all your properties, but what it does mean is that if you act fast, you might still have time to beat the drop. This is exactly the decision Shauna made when she approached portfolio exit specialists, Landlord Sales Agency. Keen to get the highest possible price for her buy-to-lets, she knew she had to get in touch with the experts and it paid off.

Rather than attempt to sell through auction or local estate agents, she like many landlords who approach us, knew the importance of having experts in selling rental properties with or without tenants still occupying them, no matter what condition, for the highest price possible and most importantly, fast.

Within less than 16 days of contacting us, Shauna sold 23 properties.

No nonsense, no fuss, just a savvy financial decision to allocate her funds elsewhere. Our team of experts knew exactly what to do, reaching out to our private database of over 30,000 buyers, property buying companies, off-market agents and first time buyers, we created a bidding war to drive prices up. As our company is run by landlords for landlords, we also knew that time was of the essence. Our average property sells in just 28 days. We delivered.

It’s never an easy decision to make – whether to sell or how to sell – but one thing’s for sure, now is the time to be considering it. So if you’re interested, get in touch today. There’s no obligation to sell, but every opportunity to act.

Let’s get you back to your prime, recoup your assets and go into the rest of 2025 stronger.

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Is now the perfect time to sell?

Demand for properties is at an all-time high, and with the property market booming, now could be the perfect time to sell.

In the last month alone, demand for homes has increased by 13%, and we’ve had more than 200 landlords contact Landlord Sales Agency to sell their rental properties — you could be next!

We are not like other companies as we manage the entire sale for you. We can talk to tenants, make sure all your certifications are sorted, and get everything 100% compliant and ready for sale.

Best of all we can do it all in less than 28 days and for the best price.

If needed, we’ll even fund refurbishments to help get you a better price, depending on the property.

That’s exactly what we did for one landlord. After her tenants were evicted, they left her buy-to-let portfolio in poor condition.

She needed £40K for refurbishments but didn’t have the funds. Hoping to sell two properties for £125K each and another for £160K, she came to us for help.

We were so confident in selling her portfolio that we provided the money as an interest-free cash advance and organised the building teams. After refurbishments, the properties sold for £240K and £300K, earning her an additional £200K in profit after costs.

No matter the problem, our team is on hand to help and help landlords get the best possible price for their portfolio.

News on Property118 recently highlighted the long wait times for tenant evictions, and the situation is expected to worsen. Section 21 claims are set to reach unprecedented levels in 2025 as landlords rush to regain possession before the Renters’ Rights Bill bans this eviction route.

According to the Ministry of Justice, possession claims have surged sharply, reaching 32,287 last year — the highest since 2016.

Many of our clients come to us to avoid evicting their tenants where possible – not just because of the time it takes to process a Section 21 – but also because they want to look after their tenants’ interests. To prevent the need for eviction, we collect rent payment history and reference check information as well as property details. We work with the existing tenants and new buyers to negotiate new rents or help tenants relocate.  We provide both financial assistance and help accessing external support from specialist agencies.

Landlord Sales Agency works with tenants through rewards and incentives to make the prospect of working with us rather than against us in tenants’ best interests and to avoid distressing and expensive legal action where possible.

As a result, sellers avoid long delays and tenants pay rent up to completion.

You won’t get a higher price for the service, and any company promising you 100% market value is hiding a huge list of costs that are going to come after the sale. That’s not the case with us. It’s what makes us different.

We’re a company founded by landlords for landlords, made up of the UK’s top portfolio exit specialists who know exactly what it takes to overcome all problems associated with selling buy-to-lets. We solve every single problem, no matter what it is.

Remember you don’t have to sell all your properties in one go. We can help landlords sell partial or entire portfolios in bulk for speed and convenience, or properties individually to secure the best possible price.

No matter how many houses you have, or in what condition, we’ll take them all off your hands, and get you the highest price for your portfolios in less than 28 days.

With demand for properties sky-rocketing and the Renters’ Rights Bill set to become law by summer — not to mention eviction wait times at an all-time high — now could be the perfect time to sell and get cash in the bank.

What are you waiting for? You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

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Landlords: It’s Time To Choose What Properties To Sell Before The Renters’ Rights Bill Becomes Law

Landlords: Spring is in the air – and with the Renters’ Rights Bill just around the corner, now is the perfect time to spring clean your property portfolio!

Spring is the season of renewal – the ideal time to tackle those jobs that were put off over winter. It’s time to clear out the clutter and focus on protecting what matters most. The same principle applies to your property portfolio. With major changes on the horizon, now is the time to safeguard your investments.

For some landlords, this means leaving the private rental sector altogether before new legislation empowers tenants to claim compensation—sometimes exaggeratedly—for issues that could result in significant financial losses.

For others, it’s about restructuring—offloading underperforming properties or those that won’t meet the new EPC Grade C requirements. This could mean raising funds to pay off mortgages on other properties or investing in improvements where it makes financial sense.

Take the EPC requirements, for example. Some older properties can only achieve a Grade C rating with costly internal wall insulation, running into thousands of pounds per property. Even well-maintained homes with modern boilers, insulation, and double glazing can still receive a D rating if assessors deem further improvements possible.

The challenge doesn’t end there—certain properties simply aren’t suited to insulation upgrades due to ventilation issues. Some landlords have already seen mould problems arise after making ‘improvements’, putting them at risk of legal action from tenants. And with ‘no win, no fee’ solicitors eager to take on claims, landlords are increasingly held accountable for issues beyond their control—such as tenants drying washing indoors without ventilation or failing to heat their homes properly.

As energy prices rise and tenants cut back on heating, these problems will only escalate. The passing of the Renters’ Rights Bill will make it even harder to address these challenges, as landlords will have fewer options to remove opportunistic or aggressive tenants without the risk of retaliatory action claims.

With demand for properties at an all-time high and the market still strong, now is the optimal time to sell buy-to-let properties before the expected flood of listings drives down prices.

At Landlord Sales Agency, we can help you sell some or all of your portfolio quickly and efficiently—bypassing lengthy Section 21 eviction waits and avoiding the stress of dealing with tenants yourself. Our expert team manages the entire sale process, ensuring valid certification throughout and working with tenants rather than against them to protect your rental income while the sale progresses.

Leave everything to us and enjoy peace of mind, knowing that your properties, tenants, and rents are in safe hands.

Whether you’re rolling up your sleeves to protect your investments or ready to move on, now is the time to act. Contact Landlord Sales Agency today.

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How We Helped a Seller Walk Away From a Repossession with £20K in Profit Rather than £5K in Debt

When you are worrying about losing your home due to debt or not paying your mortgage and you are desperate to keep hold of it; it might seem counter intuative to think about selling your house.

But, if you have explored all other options with your lenders and cannot realistically repay the loan or meet a payment plan, selling your property yourself is usually a much better option than letting it get repossessed.

It gives you more control over the sale process, potentially allowing you to get a better price for your property, limits the damage to your credit score, and potentially helps you to avoid added debt through fines and legal costs.
In addition, if a forced sale does not recover the total of the money you owe, you can be liable for the debt for a further 12 years.

Key reasons to sell voluntarily instead of facing repossession:

  • Higher sale price: When a lender repossesses, they often sell the property quickly at a traditional auction, which may result in a selling price  dramatically lower than the property’s value and leaving you with a significant debt even after the property has been sold.
  • Control over the sales process: By selling yourself, you can choose the timing and marketing strategy for the sale, potentially attracting more buyers and getting a better deal. However, if your lender has issued with a deadline to repay, not all sales types will be possible due to the unpredictable nature of high street sales. Also you will need to consider the time betwenn agreeing a sale and having the funds deposited in your bank as the process can take longer than lenders allow.
  • Choosing your next move: If you are going to lose your home, freeing up any money tied into your property could give you more choice abut how, when and where you move next
  • Minimising credit damage: A repossession will severely impact your credit score, making it harder to obtain loans in the future, while a voluntary sale can be managed to minimise the negative impact.
  • Potential to avoid further debt: If you sell your house yourself, you may be able to use the proceeds to fully pay off your mortgage and avoid any additional debt to the lender.

 

How We Can Help

National Residential sells property in 28 days and we make sure our buyers are able to completes in 56 days so we can provide schedules lenders will accept. Plus we have a 95% completion rate.

Sellers normally walk away with 85-90% of the high street sale value and pay no fees or legal costs. Whereas property sold at traditional auction (as will happen if it is repossessed) normally only achieves 70% of the high street sale value and they incur costs, fees and legal fees which are added to the sellers  debt.

Once we have a found a seller and they have paid the nonrefundable deposit to secure the sale, we can provide sellers with sufficient equity in their property, an interest free cash advance (to be repaid on completion). With it, we can pay off sellers’ debts so that sellers have more choice about when the sale completes and they leave the property. It can mean the difference between being homeless and having a home to go to when you leave the proerty.

For the best outcome, contact us as soon as  all options to come to a feasible agreement with your lender have been exhausted but we can help even if your lender has started proceedings or obtained an eviction order. Speed is crucial, and we can negotiate with creditors to delay or halt proceedings with a guaranteed sale.

 

Case Study

A seller who had fallen into arrears with their mortgage repayments came to us for help and this is what happened:

  1. A seller with mortgage arrears of £7,900 contacted us at the end of Oct because they had received notice of a bailiff being appointed to evict them on Nov 12th
  2. The market value of their property was estimated to be £210-225K and they had outstanding mortgage/loan of £155K
  3. If they allowed their property to be repossessed and sold at tradional auction, the expected sales price would have been appx £147 – 157 ( 70% minus appx £3K auction fees/listing costs plus £1-2k solicitor costs), meaning the amount raised from auction would not clear their debts and they would be held liable to pay back the outstanding £5K + (est) for 12 years
  4. A cash buying company had already offered to buy the property directly for £160K
  5. Instead, the seller accepted a ‘Fixed Price with Zero Fees’ (walk away) offer from us of £190K* (minus our cash advance or any loan secured on the property)* Meaning we would try to sell the property to a 3rd party and our seller would receive £190K if we were successful.
  6. We collected listing material and listed the property for sale by 7th Nov.
  7. We proactively advertised the discounted property to chain free buyers who are able to complete in 28 days in our database of 30,000+ buyers and negotiated with interested parties to find buyers who were willing and able to pay a bigger deposit than our normal rates (£7900 rather than £5000).
  8. We agreed a sale for £205K and our buyer paid the deposit 9th Nov (i.e. just 2 days later).
  9. We paid the full amount of the deposit paid by our buyer to our independent panel solicitor who arranged an emergency court hearing on Nov 11th to halt the eviction. The court agreed and gave the seller 2 months to complete/repay the loan in full.
  10. We paid the seller an interest free cash advance of £3,500 to pay: their solicitor’s fees for attending court; the deposit and 1st months rent on a rented property; and her removal costs
  11. The completion was made slightly more complicated than usual because of the involvment of a Help To Buy company but we liaised with them directly to ensure their needs were met within the timeframe required by the court agreement
  12. The sale completed in less than 6 weeks and the seller walked away with £20K profit after all loans had been paid

 

Contact us now using our callback form or  0800 612 8659 (free phone, 24/7) to find out how we can help you sell to avoid being evicted and get the best price for your property.

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Landlords are rushing to sell while demand for property is high

From dwindling profits to tenant pressure groups and legislative interventions – landlords all over the UK have had enough.

In the last month alone, over 200 landlords contacted Landlord Sales Agency to sell their rental properties and they are enjoying a bumper start to the year with demand for homes increased by 13% in January 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

With The Renters’ Rights bill receiving its 2nd reading in the House of Lords this week (Tuesday 4th Feb) and a staggering 132% increase in housing disrepair claims against landlords over the last 4 years (often funded by the rise in ’no win, no fee’ offers from solicitors who some might say are eager to cash in the never-ending war on landlords), any landlords who want to escape the feelings of persecution need to act fast.

The solution is clear: get out now while you still can and the property market is booming before The Renters’ Rights bill is passed into law.

Continue reading Landlords are rushing to sell while demand for property is high

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Landlords, it’s time to stop the hassle and sell your property portfolio NOW

The latest news that landlords will have to bear the brunt of paying the £33 million cost of the Renters’ Rights Bill has left many wondering whether now is the time to sell up.

For one landlord, it wasn’t worth all the stress and uncertainty of running his property portfolio, and with new regulations on the way, many landlords are simply saying now is the best time to exit the market.

Landlord Sales Agency helped Alasdair sell 35 of his properties in less than 28 days all for the best price.

Continue reading Landlords, it’s time to stop the hassle and sell your property portfolio NOW

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What Serious Property Buyers Are Most Interested In Right Now

The property market is shifting, and it’s becoming clearer every day what serious buyers are really looking for: property companies and blocks of six or more properties. These investment opportunities aren’t just a trend — they’re the most efficient way for buyers to expand their portfolios while keeping costs down. For landlords considering selling, this demand creates a fantastic opportunity to exit the market with a smooth, profitable deal.

Let me explain why these types of purchases are in such high demand and how working with my team at Landlord Sales Agency can help you take full advantage — whether you’re buying or selling.

Why Blocks of Six or More Properties Are So Popular

The tax landscape for property buyers has changed dramatically in recent years, with Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) costs climbing to unprecedented levels. For individual property purchases, the SDLT surcharge now stands at a hefty 5%. But there’s a crucial rule that makes buying in blocks of six or more properties highly attractive: when six or more properties are purchased in a single transaction, non-residential SDLT rates apply.

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Different Ways To Sell Buy-To-Let Property

As has been widely reported, UK landlords are leaving the Private Rented Sector (PRS) for many reasons. From Section 24 and dwindling profits to tenant pressure groups and legislitative interventions – landlords all over the UK have had enough.

According to government data, in Nov 2024 31% of landlords have reported planning to decrease the size of their portfolio in the next two years, including 16% who were planning to sell all their properties but selling buy-to-let property isn’t as easy or straightforward as selling owner occupied properties so we have put together a guide outlining the selling options landlords need to consider.
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Who Wins when landlords’ hands are tied? And who loses?

News last week on Property118 about amendments in the Renters’ Rights Bill, which could allow tenants to move in without paying rent sent a shiver down every landlord’s spine.

The new amendment prevents landlords from accepting rent in advance of a tenancy agreement or more than a month’s rent in advance.

Advance rent agreements offer security to landlords who entrust tenants with properties worth hundreds of thousands of pounds. They prevent tenants without a guarantor from paying one month’s rent and living rent-free for as long as it takes to evict them under Section 8 (currently estimated at 9 –12 months).

They make students, whose grants are paid per term, a safer choice for landlords. Tenants wishing to pay upfront to secure tenancy will lose their advantage. These and any group of people who might be perceived as risk will be the losers in a market where landlords can choose a safer option.

It will offer little benefit to tenants with good credit checks and guarantors.

And the winners? Hostile tenants with less to lose.

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Extending a Lease on a Short Leasehold Property And Why You Should Act Sooner Than Later

In England and Wales, leasehold ownership grants you rights to a property for a fixed term, but not the land it stands on. When a lease runs out the buildings on the land become the property of the freehold (land) owner. Most flats in England and Wales are leasehold.

A standard lease is usually 125 years long. Leasehold properties with a long lease are often only marginally cheaper to buy than freehold properties but as a lease gets shorter, the property reduces in value because of the cost to extend a lease.

When property is bought and sold, the agreement is transferred (NOT renewed) so the new owners are only buying the ownership of the buildings for whatever length of time is remaining on the lease.

Properties with less time can still be bought and sold, but most mortgage providers will only lend money against leasehold properties if the lease has more than 80 years left to run meaning they are typically bought by cash buyers.
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How To Sell Property Fast For The Best Price With Unrivaled Support

How to Sell Property Fast For the Best Price

Selling your property can be overwhelming, with many options available. We believe we have created the perfect solution for people who need to sell their house fast, want a Goldilocks Price (low enough to attract buyers but as high as possible) with the BEST support there is.

We are perfect for anyone wanting to sell a house fast  – esp if there are complications such as: selling a tenanted house, selling multiple properties in bulk, selling property in disrepair, selling property with a short lease or selling property to avoid repossession (because we believe we will get you a much better price than your lender and you will avoid fines, court cost, legal bills etc and be in more control of how and when you move).
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What Happens If You Cannot Pay Your Mortgage

What Happens If You Can’t Pay Your Mortgage?

Falling behind on your mortgage can feel overwhelming, but there are steps you can take to regain control. Acting quickly and exploring all your options is key. Your lender will want to recover their money ASAP and you will need to discuss a firm schedule of reayment with them.

National Residential specialise in selling all types of property in as little as 7-28 days andcompleting in 56 days (12 weeks in total) which is normally fast enough for most lenders.

With your permission, we can make arrangement with your lender on your behalf to pay off your debt and stop any repossession process to prevent you being evicted.
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The smarter way UK landlords are selling their buy-to-let properties in bulk

Sell Buy-to-Let Properties Faster: How National Residential / Landlord Sales Agency Can Help

Are you a landlord looking to sell your buy-to-let properties fast? At National Residential, we specialise in helping landlords sell their property portfolios quickly and for the best possible price, no matter what challenges are involved.

Take, for example, a landlord from Wandsworth who recently contacted us. He needed to sell his entire property porfolio fast… every property was tenanted and he needed to sell during a Covid lockdown.

We sold all 5 properties in less than a month, releasing over £500,000 in cash with absolutely no hassle, worry, or stress. Our team handled every step of the process, resolving any issues along the way.

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Landlords: Should You Hold or Sell Before Time Runs Out To Act Before The Renters’ Rights bill becomes law?

Landlords across the country are facing a dilemma: with rising costs, new legislation, and market uncertainty creating a perfect storm, many landlords are left wondering — should I hold onto my properties or sell before it’s too late?

The property market isn’t just changing — it’s transforming, and the choices you make today could define your financial future.

If you are unsure of what to do you are not alone – just look at the number of landlords questioning issues or raising points in reply to Property118 articles.

Many landlords have already taken the decision to cash out and walk away from the sector with their profits safe and intact but with demand for properties sky-high, and with talk of an interest rate cut in February, selling your property portfolio may not be the right decision for everyone at this moment in time.

There is no decision that will be correct for all landlords – it depends on many things including cash flow, tenants, profit, inclination and property condition. The one thing that is certain: every landlord in the UK should be looking at their portfolio and weighing up their options before the Renter’s Rights bill becomes law because it will create changes that will affect every landlord in England.

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Is now the perfect time to sell your properties?

News this week of the Renters’ Rights Bill returning to Parliament and getting ever closer to becoming law by the summer of this year has sent alarm bells ringing.

Abolition of Section 21, banning advance rent payments and more powers given to councils to fine landlords, ha

ve created a perfect storm in the private rented sector.

For landlords like myself, the Renters’ Rights Bill is the final nail in the coffin. Many of us are now looking at our portfolios and asking, “Is it time to step away?”

It may seem like no one is on the side of landlords, but we understand you’ve looked after your portfolio and your tenants, and now you might be considering selling due to the mounting challenges.

You may think selling tenanted properties will be tough and take years to complete, this is where Landlord Sales Agency comes in.

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