Bennett's Independent Lettings Ltd

23/09/2026

16/09/2026

🏠 Landlords: a new annual registration requirement is coming

From December 2026, the new Register Your Rental Property service will begin rolling out region by region across England.

Registration will be a legal requirement for private landlords and will cost £65 per property, per year.

The rollout is expected to take place over approximately 12 months, with landlords invited to register as the service reaches their region.

If you own rental property, it is worth allowing for this additional annual cost within your budget now.

At Bennett’s Independent Lettings, we will continue to monitor the changes and keep our landlords informed as further details are released.

11/09/2026

🏡 Rooms or Full Property to Rent – Ely, Cambs

Recently redecorated throughout with brand-new furnishings.

🔑 Individual single & double rooms from £495pcm - £650pcm, including bills
🏠 Entire property for £2,400 pcm, excluding bills
👷 Ideal for a company or contractor let

The property offers a spacious lounge, well-equipped kitchen, two bathrooms plus an additional WC, large garden, external storage and driveway parking. Conveniently located for Ely and the A10.

View full details or enquire here:
https://www.openrent.co.uk/property-to-rent/ely/room-in-a-shared-house-st-ovins-green-cb6/3036978

11/09/2026

🏡 Rooms or Full Property to Rent – St Ovins Green, Ely

Recently redecorated throughout with brand-new furnishings.

🔑 Individual rooms from £495 pcm, including bills
🏠 Entire property for £2,400 pcm, excluding bills
👷 Ideal for a company or contractor let

The property offers a spacious lounge, well-equipped kitchen, two bathrooms plus an additional WC, large garden, external storage and driveway parking. Conveniently located for Ely and the A10.

View full details or enquire here:
https://www.openrent.co.uk/property-to-rent/ely/room-in-a-shared-house-st-ovins-green-cb6/3036978

Property: Room in a Shared House, St Ovins Green, CB6, Available to Rent in Ely. No admin fees. £495.00 p/m.

09/09/2026

https://www.lettingagenttoday.co.uk/breaking-news/2026/09/government-launches-private-rental-registration-service/?email_hash=f9590e9859b4a20ad1be2072062adb35ab08121b213d144784ed013fc28da161

It starts in December – Government launches private rental registration service

28/08/2026

https://www.lettingagenttoday.co.uk/breaking-news/2026/08/investors-back-buy-to-let-despite-tax-and-red-tape/?email_hash=f9590e9859b4a20ad1be2072062adb35ab08121b213d144784ed013fc28da161

The survey has been conducted by a leading lettings agency – Investors back buy to let despite tax and red tape

10/08/2026

https://www.lettingagenttoday.co.uk/breaking-news/2026/08/rents-higher-despite-demand-easing-back-at-last/?email_hash=3f710ef9979ed714ba2bf1905bee3b6eaf4280b3cb09515db765fa75751e8f45

This is Propertymark's latest monthly analysis – Rents higher despite demand easing back at last

05/08/2026

🚨 Landlords: Did you know a tenant can appeal a possession order?

An appeal is possible, but it isn't simply a second chance. A tenant must show that the judge made a legal error or there was a serious procedural irregularity, and they have just 21 days to apply.

One of the biggest risks for landlords? Avoidable mistakes.

An incorrect Section 8 notice, missing compliance documents or procedural errors can result in months of delay and, in some cases, having to restart the possession process from the beginning.

The key takeaway is simple: getting the paperwork right from day one is essential.

If you're considering possession action, make sure you understand the process before serving notice. Seek legal advice.

03/08/2026

Did you invest in an HMO because the figures looked great on paper?

Higher rental income. Better yields. Stronger returns.

Then reality sets in...

🏠 One tenant moves out and you're advertising a room.

💷 Another tenant pays the rent late.

🔧 The kitchen tap needs repairing... again.

📞 Two tenants are arguing over cleaning the communal areas.

📋 Your HMO licence renewal is due, and you're trying to remember the latest compliance requirements.

And it's only Tuesday.

The reality of HMO ownership...

✅ Rooms become vacant more frequently than single-let properties.

✅ Multiple tenants mean multiple rent payments to manage.

✅ Shared living can lead to disputes over noise, cleaning and communal responsibilities.

✅ Fire safety, licensing, inspections and compliance are ongoing responsibilities.

✅ The Renters' Rights Act has introduced further standards that landlords need to stay on top of.

Professional HMO management takes the pressure off.

At Bennett's Independent Lettings, we can help with:

✔️ Proactive compliance management

✔️ Finding replacement tenants quickly to minimise void periods

✔️ Rent collection and arrears management

✔️ Handling tenant queries and disputes

✔️ Day-to-day property management, so you can focus on growing your portfolio

The cost of extended voids, compliance breaches and poor management can easily outweigh the cost of professional management.

📩 If you're wondering what HMO management would cost for your property, get in touch for a no-obligation chat.

21/07/2026

Your rent is protected. As a member of an approved Client Money Protection scheme, any rent or other client funds we hold on your behalf are protected. This means you have an extra layer of security and reassurance that your money is handled responsibly and safeguarded in accordance with industry regulations.