The MRKT Property Experts blog

The private rented sector is undergoing its biggest shake-up in decades. Under the new Renters’ Rights Act, the Government is introducing the Private Rented Sector (PRS) Database. For landlords, this is not just an...

The Bank of England has announced its latest decision: the official Base Rate is held at 3.75% While many homeowners were hoping for a Valentine's gift in the form of a rate cut, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has opted for...

What would you do if your tenant stopped paying? From 1st May 2026, some of the most significant changes under the Renters’ Rights Act will come into force. All tenancy agreements will transition to Assured Periodic Tenancies,...

The Decent Homes Standard & Renters’ Rights Act 2025: A Guide for Bournemouth Landlords The private rented sector (PRS) is facing its most significant transformation in over three decades. With the Renters’ Rights Act 2025...

For many established landlords in Bournemouth, the decision to introduce a letting agent to manage your property isn’t just about convenience — it’s about protecting and enhancing returns. One of the key metrics landlords...

Winter can be a challenging time for some rental properties, especially across Bournemouth, Winton, Boscombe and Charminster, where heavy rain and coastal weather can quickly expose hidden issues. For landlords, preparation is...

While the bulk of the Renters Rights Act will come into effect from 1st May 2026, some parts are coming into play from 27 December 2025. These early changes reflect the additional powers granted to Local Housing Authorities...

The Renters Rights Act will see swathes of changes affecting landlords, tenants and agents in Bournemouth, Poole and around the country. This brings lots for us all to learn and prepare for. As members of ARLA Propertymark we are...

The most important thing for now is to be aware of the changes and how they may affect your current tenancies and your plans moving forward. Essentially, any contracts with tenancies starting after 1 May 2026 will be affected by...

One area of the Renters’ Rights Act bringing that is raising many eyebrows amongst landlords is pet requests. If you’re letting a property in Bournemouth, you’ll want to understand exactly what’s changing — and what...