There's no getting around the fact that April has been an unusual month to try to read the property market. The ripple effects of the conflict in the Middle East — higher energy prices, inflation concerns, rising mortgage rates — have introduced a level of uncertainty that nobody was anticipating at the start of the year.

New research from specialist lender Pepper Money suggests that around 220,000 privately rented homes will be sold out of the rental sector by the end of 2026. That's a significant number, and if you're a landlord weighing your options, you're far from alone in doing so. Understanding what's driving this trend, and what it means for those who stay.

April is the final window for landlords in England to prepare for the first phase of the Renters’ Rights Act. With the new tenancy regime starting on 1 May 2026, now is the time to review paperwork, processes and whether self-management still feels realistic.

April is a good time for buyers to focus on readiness rather than guesswork. In a market where choice has improved but confidence remains mixed, being organised can make all the difference when the right home comes along.

For tenants, April is a useful point to pause and plan. With rents still rising across the UK and the first phase of rental reform approaching in England, this is a good time to review your budget, renewal options and next move.

If you are thinking about moving in the next 6 to 12 months, a market appraisal is often the best first step. It gives you a clearer view of value, timing and buyer demand, helping you plan with more confidence in a competitive 2026 market.

March has been a month of genuine contrasts in the property market. Asking prices have edged up, buyer activity has held relatively firm, and the spring selling season has arrived broadly on cue, yet there's an undercurrent of uncertainty that anyone thinking about moving needs to be aware of.

The government's 2030 deadline for EPC C compliance is four years away, but the average major energy improvement — from initial assessment through planning, procurement and works — can take considerably longer than most landlords expect and from late 2026, the very way EPCs are measured and reported is changing.

This guide is designed to help landlords and agents understand what happens if they commit an offence or break the rules. This guide is designed to help landlords and agents understand the tenancy reform enforcement measures in Chapter 1 of Part 1 of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, which will come into force on or from 1 May 2026.

Rental demand remains resilient in early 2026, but growth has moderated. For landlords, spring is less about reacting and more about refining strategy.

With mortgage rates steadier and spring listings emerging, March 2026 offers buyers a balanced window before peak competition intensifies.

More households are reassessing space in early 2026. If your home feels tighter than it once did, this spring may offer the right conditions to move up.