Residential Property Review December 2025
In December’s Residential Property Review – higher landlord taxes, sweeping tenancy reform and policy changes are set to reshape the UK housing market over the coming years.
Key takeaways
- Rising taxes on rental income may squeeze buy-to-let yields and prompt some landlords to reassess investment strategies
- The Renters’ Rights Act marks a major shift toward periodic tenancies, limiting rent increases and strengthening tenant protections
- Housing happiness is closely linked to community, safety and environment, with smaller towns outperforming many larger cities
