Moving home has long been considered one of life’s most stressful events—but recent findings suggest the experience may be doing more than just raising stress levels. It’s actively discouraging people from moving again altogether.

As borrowing costs climb back to levels last seen in late 2023, landlords are being forced to rethink not only how they finance their portfolios, but how they sustain profitability in a more challenging and complex market.

The latest developments in borrowing costs have undoubtedly introduced a new layer of caution into the UK housing market. However, while headlines may suggest uncertainty, the reality on the ground tells a more balanced story—one of resilience, adaptation, and continued opportunity.

With new legislation coming into force from 1 May 2026, tenants across the private rented sector will have the legal right to request permission to keep a pet, & crucially, landlords will no longer be able to unreasonably refuse. While this marks a positive step for animal lovers, it also reshapes the way tenancies are assessed, agreed, & managed.