Despite landlords’ complaints about government regulations making rentals less attractive, recent data from the Kadaster indicates the number of rental properties owned by profit-oriented landlords has remained stable. Smaller landlords are selling properties to owner-occupiers while institutional investors are offsetting this through new builds. Recent regulations, such as the Affordable Rent Act, are impacting rental prices and taxes, leading to complaints from private landlords about reduced returns. Meanwhile, sold rental homes are offering more affordable options for first-time buyers.