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Rental Property Registration 2027: What the New Rules Mean for Landlords and Letting Agents

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Rental Property Registration 2027: What the New Rules Mean for Landlords and Letting Agents

The Government's new ‘Register your rental property’ service, set out in guidance on 29th October 2026, will require private landlords to register themselves and their rental properties on a national database. As part of a phased rollout across England, landlords will have a three-month registration window based on where their rental properties are located. For landlords in Manchester and across the North West, voluntary registration opens on 15th December 2026, allowing landlords to register their properties ahead of the mandatory registration period, which runs from 15th May 2027 to 14th August 2027.

The Autumn Budget and Property: What Has Changed for Buyers, Sellers and Investors?

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The Autumn Budget and Property: What Has Changed for Buyers, Sellers and Investors?

The Autumn Budget 2026 introduced several changes affecting the UK property market, including higher tax rates on rental income and new support for first-time buyers. For buyers, homeowners and landlords in Manchester, these announcements could influence future property costs and investment decisions.

Right to Rent Rule Changes 2026: What Landlords Need to Know

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Right to Rent Rule Changes 2026: What Landlords Need to Know

Right to Rent checks are a legal requirement for landlords letting residential property in England. Before a tenancy begins, landlords must check that every adult who will occupy the property as their only or main home has the legal right to rent in the UK.

What's on in Manchester: November 2026

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What's on in Manchester: November 2026

Discover the best things to do in Manchester in November 2026, from independent markets and creative workshops to live comedy, fashion events, wine tasting and music. Explore Northern Group’s top picks for making the most of autumn in Manchester.

A Landlord’s Guide to Renting with Pets in 2026

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A Landlord’s Guide to Renting with Pets in 2026

Find out how the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 affects landlords renting with pets in 2026. This guide covers the new rules for pets in rented properties, when landlords can reasonably refuse a pet request, the 28-day response deadline and how to manage pet-friendly tenancies while protecting your property.

What No.10 North Means to Manchester and Manchester’s Property Market

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What No.10 North Means to Manchester and Manchester’s Property Market

Manchester has long been one of the UK’s leading cities for business, investment and regeneration. Since No.10 North opened its temporary base at Heron House in July 2026, the city is taking on a more prominent role in national government and economic decision-making, with a renewed focus on growth and regeneration beyond London.

A Landlord's Guide to Switching Letting Agents

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A Landlord's Guide to Switching Letting Agents

Changing letting agents can feel like a bigger job than it actually is, particularly if you have tenants already living in your property. At Northern Group, we regularly take over the management of properties from other letting agents and take care of the handover directly with them, keeping the landlord and tenant informed throughout.