10 Mega Landlords Strategically Buying Up UK Housing

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam from Property Solvers analyses the ten institutional landlords reshaping the UK rental market. He explains who they are, where they are building, and how build-to-rent strategies, pension capital, and large-scale ownership affect rents, supply, and competition. Ruban also sets out what this shift means for smaller landlords, renters, and buyers.

RICS Level 1, 2 & 3 Homebuyers Surveys Explained

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam from Property Solvers explains why RICS Level 1, 2, and 3 surveys are not interchangeable. He shows what each survey covers, what they miss, and how choosing the wrong level can hide defects, inflate costs, or trigger surprises. You’ll learn how to pick the survey for property and risk profile.

Gazundering… The Sneaky Home Buyer Trick

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam from Property Solvers explains gazundering – when buyers cut their offer just before exchange. He reveals why it’s rising, the warning signs to spot, and how to protect yourself. Ruban also shares practical tips, including how auctions and cash sales can completely eliminate the risk of last-minute price drops.

Is Labour About to Trigger a House Price Crash?

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam from Property Solvers examines whether Labour’s housing reforms could trigger a downturn. With the 26 November Budget approaching, he looks past headlines to reveal what the latest data shows, how policy shifts may impact confidence, and why a managed adjustment – not a full crash – is the more likely scenario.

Reform UK’s Vision for Housing and Property

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam from Property Solvers unpacks Reform UK’s housing agenda – from “locals first” allocations and faster planning to tax cuts and landlord reforms. He explains how these proposals could reshape who gets housed, how property is taxed, and what it all means for landlords, buyers, and renters navigating a changing market.

Renters’ Rights Act… Who Really Wins?

Ruban Selvanayagam breaks down the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 – a law marketed as pro-tenant but driven by fiscal restraint. He explains how Section 21’s abolition, tighter standards, and underfunded courts could raise rents, slow evictions, and push smaller landlords out, leaving institutional investors as the main winners in an increasingly regulated market.

Home Buying and Selling Reforms Explained

The video unpacks the government’s promised overhaul of the home-moving process – billed as the biggest shake-up in decades. It explores new upfront information packs, digital property logbooks, early binding contracts, and higher agent standards. While the reforms aim to make transactions faster and fairer, critics question whether they’ll truly fix Britain’s broken property system.

Boomers Selling Up – The Great Property Wealth Transfer

The video examines the coming wave of Baby Boomer property sales – a £2 trillion shift that could redefine Britain’s housing market. It explores why downsizing remains difficult, how tax and inheritance rules will reshape ownership, and the shortage of homes suited to older movers. It also highlights the potential of redevelopment, conversions, and auctions to revitalise supply – and warns that mishandling this transition could deepen housing inequality.

Keir Starmer’s Attack on Landlords

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam, Co-Director at Property Solvers, breaks down Labour’s plan to “professionalise” renting and what it means for landlords in 2025 and beyond. He explains the Renters’ Rights Bill, tighter standards, rising compliance costs, and shifting tax rules – outlining how smart, mid-sized landlords can adapt, stay profitable, and avoid costly exits.

How to Stop Repossession – Lessons from 20+ Years on the Front Line

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam, Co-Director at Property Solvers, draws on over two decades of experience helping homeowners facing repossession. He explains how the process really works, your legal rights, and practical steps to stop it – including when selling makes sense. Ruban also highlights free support, real success stories, and why repossession isn’t inevitable.

UK Housing Crisis 2025 – Why Millions Still Can’t Buy a Home

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam, Co-Director at Property Solvers, explores the UK’s worsening housing affordability crisis. He explains how rising prices, stagnant wages, and bigger deposits have pushed homeownership further out of reach. Ruban also examines regional gaps, inflation’s impact, and the deeper structural issues – outlining what these challenges mean for buyers, sellers, and investors.

Why Are So Many House Sales Falling Through?

In 2025, over 214,000 house sales have already fallen through, and experts warn one in three could collapse by year-end. In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam, Co-Director at Property Solvers, unpacks the key causes – from chain delays and mortgage issues to down valuations, legal snags, and market uncertainty – and explores the reforms now reshaping property transactions.

Leasehold Reform 2025 – The £4 Billion Battle

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam from Property Solvers breaks down the legal battle over the Leasehold & Freehold Reform Act 2024. He explains the government’s £4 billion savings claim, why major freeholders like Grosvenor and Cadogan are challenging it, and how the High Court’s “Bank Mellat Test” could reshape premiums, valuations, and outcomes for leaseholders.

UK Housing Crisis… But Why Are 350,000 Homes Sitting Empty?

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam from Property Solvers investigates the UK’s growing empty homes crisis – exploring who owns these properties, why they remain unused, and the impact on communities. He examines stalled developments, probate cases, and overseas ownership while outlining practical solutions and how auctions and cash sales can help bring vacant homes back into use.

Probate Property Sales Made Simple

Ruban Selvanayagam, Co-Director at Property Solvers, draws on 20 years of experience with his business partner James Durr to guide families through probate property sales. In this video, he explains the process in plain English, explores selling options, highlights legal and family challenges, and shares practical tips for achieving smooth, fair, and effective outcomes.

Selling a Tenanted Property – Fast, Easy and for the Best Price

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam, Co-Director at Property Solvers with James Durr, offers clear guidance for landlords selling rental properties with tenants in place. Drawing on two decades of experience through changing markets, he explains the pros, cons, and practical strategies to sell quickly, stay compliant, and achieve strong, reliable results in today’s market.

Are Sell House Fast Companies Scammers?

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam from Property Solvers exposes the realities of fast home buying companies. He explains what really happens when selling to these firms, the risks to avoid such as hidden fees, lock-ins and last-minute price drops, and how to spot a genuine buyer through proof of funds and verified reviews.

Ruban also compares cash sales with auctions and estate agents, helping homeowners make informed decisions under pressure.

How to Get the Best Sales Price at Auction

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam, co-director at Property Solvers and Property Solvers Auctions, shares 10 proven strategies for selling at auction. From setting the right guide and reserve prices to professional marketing, early legal packs, and smart handling of offers, he outlines how sellers can maximise results.

Drawing on real client successes, Ruban explains how homeowners, landlords, and executors can attract serious bidders and achieve strong auction outcomes.

Should You Sell to a Cash House Buying Company?

In this video, Ruban Selvanayagam, co-director at Property Solvers, explores when selling to a cash house buyer makes sense and when it may not. He explains what these companies actually do, the risks to watch out for, and how to spot credible firms through proof of funds and reviews.

Ruban also compares cash sales with auctions and estate agents, highlighting pros, cons, and legal protections to help homeowners make informed decisions.