February is always an interesting turning point in the property calendar. The festive slowdown is well behind us, the days are visibly getting longer, and that familiar buzz is starting to creep back into the market. Let’s break down what’s happening in the UK property market this month and what it means for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants.

Many Landlords feel they’re “up to date” with compliance – gas safety, electrical certificates, EPC ratings – the usual checklist. But there’s one upcoming change that could quietly catch a lot of landlords off guard in 2026: the shift towards mandatory higher energy efficiency standards for rental properties under the government’s EPC reforms.

The UK housing market continues to evolve, and recent data reveals a significant shift in how homes are owned and occupied across the country. According to new research by Savills, the UK’s private rented sector (PRS) recorded its largest decline this century in 2025, falling by £48 billion in value as many buy-to-let landlords exited the market.

The Renters’ Rights Act introduces the biggest changes in private renting in decades. This guide breaks down the facts landlords need now, including key dates and compliance steps.