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What Rent Repayment Order Data Really Shows

18 November 2024

We read thousands of First-tier Tribunal decisions from 2021 to mid-2024. Case numbers are not rising the way they are usually described, and the share of rent tenants actually recover has fallen from 72% to 41%. Read more »

Add Photos And Videos To Your Reviews

8 November 2024

A significant update to the platform: tenants can now upload photographs and video alongside a review, so the condition of a property is shown rather than described. Read more »

Interview With Landlord Suzanne Smith

2 November 2024

We talk to Suzanne Smith from The Independent Landlord blog about being a self managed landlord Read more »

2024 Renters' Pulse Q3 Survey Results

26 October 2024

Our fifth Renters' Pulse survey, covering July to September 2024, on repairs, tenure, financial security, mental health and rent across the UK. Read more »

2024 Renters' Pulse Q2 Survey Results

29 August 2024

Our fourth Renters' Pulse survey, covering April to June 2024, on repairs, security of tenure, financial security, mental health and rent prices. Read more »

2024 Renters' Pulse Q1 Survey Results

3 April 2024

Our third Renters' Pulse survey, covering January to March 2024. The trends were not positive, with mental health and security of tenure both worsening. Read more »

2023 Renters' Pulse Q4 Survey Results

8 January 2024

Our second Renters' Pulse survey, covering October to December 2023. Changes were marginal in both directions, on a picture that was not improving. Read more »

Satire: Paying Rent In Exposure And Good Vibes

24 November 2023

In a groundbreaking move that has left landlords across the nation in a state of disbelief, a new law has been passed allowing tenants to pay their rent in 'exposure' and good vibes, rather than traditional currency. Read more »

Are Landlords Selling Up?

2 November 2023

The press would have you believe landlords are selling up in droves. But is this true? Read more »

Students: Remember To Rate Your Landlord

1 November 2023

Your student accommodation is still your home - rate your landlord and ensure you get the best possible place to live! Read more »