New UK renting law update as landlords 'make change'

The Renters' Rights Act came in earlier this year06:24, 07 Aug 2026Landlords are making changes after a new law came into force this year.‌Mortgage brokers and property experts have said semi-commercial property is becoming "a sexy alternative" to traditional buy-to-let for a growing number of landlords, as residential property has become "very unattractive" due to taxation and the Renters' Rights Act. They say semi-commercial units can be more tax-efficient, offer greater security through longer leases and carry potentially lower acquisition costs, as purchasers benefit from commercial land transaction tax rates rather than the often much higher residential rates and surcharges.‌"For many landlords," said Mark Alexander, founder of Norwich-based Property118.com, a news and community hub f