Landlords are facing more complexity than ever - and many will be looking to their intermediary for guidance. That's why we've collaborated with Suzanne Smith, founder of The Independent Landlord, to create practical resources you can share with your landlord clients.
A century ago, married women couldn’t legally own property. Today, they make up half of all landlords in England. That’s progress worth celebrating.
The Mortgage Works asked Suzanne Smith, founder of The Independent Landlord to write about how far women have come in property. This article recognises the women who are redefining what it means to be a landlord in 2026.
The government announced details of their new Warm Homes Plan in January 2026, which has significant implications for private landlords in England and Wales. Upcoming EPC rule changes impact more than 50% of UK landlords.
Our guide explains what’s changing, when it comes into effect, and how your landlord clients can prepare. Created with Suzanne Smith, it highlights the key steps to stay compliant and plan with confidence.
On Wednesday 28 January, we hosted an exclusive webinar with Suzanne Smith, designed to help you and your clients stay informed on new regulations and evolving requirements coming to the private rented sector in 2026.
Catch up on the latest practical insights on the year ahead, including:
Watch the Navigating the Private Rented Sector in 2026 webinar
Fraud is an ever-present threat for landlords, and its consequences, both financial and legal, can be severe. Criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, targeting property owners through impersonation, fake letting agents, and tenants using forged identities.
Our preventing fraud guide, created in collaboration with landlord expert Suzanne Smith, breaks down the three most common fraud risks landlords face and provides practical, actionable steps to mitigate each risk.
Equip your clients with the knowledge they need to protect their investments.
How to protect against mortgage fraud
The Renters' Rights Act 2025 introduces major changes for landlords in England, coming into effect on 1 May 2026. From the end of fixed term tenancies and the abolition of Section 21 notices to new rules on rent increases, tenant rights, and penalties for non-compliance, this legislation will fundamentally reshape the private rental sector.
Intermediaries can help their landlord clients prepare by understanding the key changes and actions required to stay compliant.
Download the full guide to share with your clients
We understand how much the private rented sector is evolving. With the Renters' Rights Act and Making Tax Digital coming into effect from 2026, and new energy efficiency standards coming into effect from 2028, landlords are facing more complexity than ever - and many will be looking to their intermediary for guidance.
Drawing on her own experience, Suzanne offers 8 actionable tips to help landlords take a more professional, business like approach, from legal responsibilities and financial resilience to tenant relationships and rent reviews.
Download the 8 actionable tips to share with your landlord clients
Suzanne Smith is the founder of The Independent Landlord and a leading voice in the private rented sector.
A former solicitor, she combines legal expertise with hands-on landlord experience to make complex issues clear and actionable.
