Market & Money · 20 October 2026 · 11 min read The Autumn Budget 2026 lands on 28 October, and property is firmly in the spotlight. Here is a clear, London-focused guide to what is confirmed, what is only predicted, and what it could mean for landlords, homeowners, and buyers.
Landlord Guides · 18 October 2026 · 10 min read The let only vs fully managed decision is one of the biggest a London landlord makes. This guide compares the two honestly, so you can pick the option that fits your time, your property, and your peace of mind. Every
Selling & Market Insight · 16 October 2026 · 10 min read A headline figure says nearly four in ten London flats now resell for less than they cost. Before you panic, read this. Selling a flat in London rarely means a loss when you understand what buyers really look
Tenant Guides · 14 October 2026 · 9 min read Moving into a new rental in London is exciting, but the first week comes with a to-do list. This simple guide walks you through utilities, meter readings, your inventory, and repairs, so you settle into your London home without the
Lettings & Compliance · 10 October 2026 · 10 min read The Renters’ Rights Act has changed the rules for every private landlord in England. Here are the five worries we hear most from East London landlords, and the practical ways a good managing agent takes each one off your
Lettings & Compliance · 7 October 2026 · 9 min read A Hackney landlord has been fined £30,000 over poor landlord fire safety in a let property. Here is what happened, why the council is cracking down, and the exact steps that keep you on the right side of the
Last updated: September 2026 The rules are now confirmed: every private rented home in England and Wales must reach EPC C by 1 October 2030. Here is what the deadline means, the £10,000 cost cap, the exemptions, and exactly what landlords should do now. After years of uncertainty, the government
Last updated: September 2026 Awaab’s Law is coming to private renting, and it will give tenants legally enforceable deadlines for damp, mould and serious hazards. Here is what it means for landlords and tenants, when it starts, and what you must do now. Few housing rules have had as much
Last updated: September 2026 Since 1 May 2026, tenants in England have a legal right to request a pet, and landlords can no longer say no just because. Here is exactly what the new rules mean, when a landlord can still refuse, and how to handle a pet request the
Last updated: September 2026 Homerton is one of East London’s most characterful corners: an E9 pocket of Hackney with Victorian terraces, a busy Overground station, Sutton House and green space on every side. Here is our complete local guide to property, renting, buying, selling and living in Homerton. Homerton has
Last updated: September 2026 The new national landlord registration service is confirmed, and the dates are set. From 15 December 2026, private landlords in England must register on a mandatory online database. Here is exactly what it means, when it hits London, and how homefinders handles it for you. After
Last updated: September 2026 Thinking of using a letting agent in Hackney but unsure what it will cost? This honest guide breaks down exactly what Hackney letting agents charge in 2026, what each fee covers, and how to compare like for like. If you are a landlord weighing up a
