# Progressive Lets > Letting and property management specialists serving Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire, and surrounding areas. Specialists in residential lettings, HMO management, property sourcing, refurbishment, and rent guarantee services for landlords. Progressive Lets is an independent letting agency based in Peterborough with expertise in residential lettings, HMO conversions, and landlord services. The agency offers property management, refurbishment services, property sourcing, and a rent guarantee scheme. Progressive Lets provides comprehensive guides for landlords on legislation, compliance, and investment strategy, and maintains an active blog covering rental market trends and regulatory changes. ## Core Services - [Estate Agents Overview](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/) - [Our Services](https://progressivelets.co.uk/our-services/) - [Property Management](https://progressivelets.co.uk/our-services/property-management/) - [Property Refurbishment](https://progressivelets.co.uk/our-services/property-refurbishment/) - [Property Sourcing](https://progressivelets.co.uk/our-services/property-sourcing/) - [Property Valuation](https://progressivelets.co.uk/property-valuation/) - [Rent Guarantee Service](https://progressivelets.co.uk/rent-guarantee-service/) - [Advanced Rent Option](https://progressivelets.co.uk/advanced-rent-option/) ## Areas We Cover - [Boston](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/boston/) - [Stamford](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/stamford/) - [Northampton](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/northampton/) - [Wisbech](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/wisbech/) - [Cambridgeshire](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/cambridgeshire/) - [Rushden](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/rushden/) - [Northamptonshire](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/northamptonshire/) - [Wellingborough](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/wellingborough/) - [Kettering](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/kettering/) - [Corby](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/corby/) - [Spalding](https://progressivelets.co.uk/estate-agents/spalding/) ## Rental Properties - [Property to Rent](https://progressivelets.co.uk/property-to-rent/) - [Property to Rent in Peterborough](https://progressivelets.co.uk/property-to-rent/peterborough/) ## Landlord Guides - [Landlords Hub](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/) - [HMOs](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/hmos/) - [First-Time Landlords](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/first-time-landlords/) - [Property Portfolio Holders](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/property-portfolio-holders/) - [Breathing Space Scheme](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/landlords-the-breathing-space-scheme-which-aims-to-support-tenants-in-debt-has-come-into-force-and-may-affect-you-at-some-point/) - [Top Tips for Being a Great Landlord](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/top-tips-for-being-a-great-landlord/) - [Benefits of Using a Letting Service](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/the-benefits-of-using-a-letting-service-to-find-your-tenants/) - [What Insurance Do I Need as a Landlord](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/what-insurance-do-i-need-as-a-landlord/) - [Previous Tenant Unpaid Council Tax](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/previous-tenant-unpaid-council-tax/) - [Electrical Safety for Landlords](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/electrical-safety-for-landlords/) - [What to Do If Your Tenant Does Not Pay Rent](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/what-to-do-if-your-tenant-does-not-pay-rent/) - [Landlord Access to Property](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/landlord-access-to-property/) - [How to Improve EPC Rating](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/how-to-improve-epc-rating/) - [Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms in Rental Properties](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/smoke-and-carbon-monoxide-alarms-in-rental-properties/) - [Changing Mortgage to Buy to Let](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/changing-mortgage-to-buy-to-let/) - [Landlord Tax Return](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/landlord-tax-return/) - [Labour Renters Rights Bill](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/labour-renters-rights-bill/) - [How to Work Out the Yield of a Rental Property](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/how-to-work-out-the-yield-of-a-rental-property/) - [HMO Planning Permission](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/hmo-planning-permission/) - [HMO Requirements](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/hmo-requirements/) - [HMO Property](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/hmo-property/) - [Is a Buy to Let a Good Investment](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/is-a-buy-to-let-a-good-investment/) - [What is Subletting](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/what-is-subletting/) - [Understanding Tax Changes](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/understanding-tax-changes-what-does-this-mean-for-landlords/) - [Landlord Checklist](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/landlord-checklist/) - [Landlord Inventory Template](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/landlord-inventory-template/) - [What is a Periodic Tenancy](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/what-is-a-periodic-tenancy/) - [Pension or Property](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/pension-or-property/) - [Landlord Inspection Checklist](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/landlord-inspection-checklist/) - [Vacant Rental Property](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/vacant-rental-property/) - [First-Time Landlord](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/first-time-landlord/) - [How to Choose a Tenant](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/how-to-choose-a-tenant/) - [Tenancy Deposit Scheme Rules](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/tenancy-deposit-scheme-rules/) - [Inheriting a House](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/inheriting-a-house/) - [Government Signals Energy Efficiency Reforms for PRS](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/government-signals-energy-efficiency-reforms-for-prs/) - [Should Landlords Buy in 2026](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/should-landlords-buy-in-2026-a-sober-look-at-yields-costs-and-risks/) - [How to Become a Property Investor](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/how-to-become-a-property-investor/) - [How to Evict a Tenant](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/how-to-evict-a-tenant/) - [How to Build a Property Portfolio](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/how-to-build-a-property-portfolio/) - [How to Increase Rental Yield](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/how-to-increase-rental-yield/) - [Becoming a Landlord](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/becoming-a-landlord/) - [Costs of Being a Landlord](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/costs-of-being-a-landlord/) - [Best Way to Collect Rent](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/best-way-to-collect-rent/) ## Tenant and Renter Guides - [Tenants Hub](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/) - [Report a Maintenance Issue](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/report-a-maintenance-issue/) - [Renters Reform Bill Summary](https://progressivelets.co.uk/landlords/renters-reform-bill-summary/) - [Landlords: How to Convert a Property into an HMO](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/landlords-heres-how-to-convert-a-property-into-an-hmo/) - [Greedy, Uncaring Landlord Myth Busted by Survey](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/greedy-uncaring-landlord-myth-busted-by-survey/) - [How Should Landlords Prepare for New Energy Efficiency Targets](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/how-should-landlords-prepare-for-new-energy-efficiency-targets/) - [What Can Renters Expect in 2023](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-can-renters-expect-in-2023/) - [Staying on Top of Home Design Trends for Spring 2023](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/staying-on-top-of-home-design-trends-for-spring-2023/) - [Fire Safety Regulations Every Multiple Tenancy Landlord Should Know](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/fire-safety-regulations-every-multiple-tenancy-landlord-should-know/) - [Slim Pickings for PRS in Hunts Back to Work Budget](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/slim-pickings-for-prs-in-hunts-back-to-work-budget/) - [HMO Licences in Peterborough](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/hmo-licences-in-peterborough/) - [The How to Rent Guide Updates](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/the-how-to-rent-guide-updates/) - [What Do the New MEES Rules Mean for Landlords and How Can Agents Help](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-do-the-new-mees-rules-mean-for-landlords-and-how-can-agents-help/) - [If Section 21 is Abolished, What Will This Mean for Landlords](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/if-section-21-is-abolished-what-will-this-mean-for-landlords/) - [How to Handle Short-Term Rentals and Vacation Rentals](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/how-to-handle-short-term-rentals-and-vacation-rentals/) - [Repurposing Properties for Short-Term Rentals](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/repurposing-properties-for-short-term-rentals-unlocking-profitability-in-non-traditional-markets/) - [Artificial Intelligence in Property Management](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/artificial-intelligence-in-property-management-enhancing-efficiency-for-landlords/) - [Maximising HMO Rental Income](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/maximising-hmo-rental-income-how-to-make-the-most-profit-from-your-property/) - [Transforming Your Property into a Corporate Let](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/transforming-your-property-into-a-corporate-let-tips-for-property-owners/) - [The Pros and Cons of Incorporation for Landlords](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/the-pros-and-cons-of-incorporation-for-landlords/) - [What to Think About Before Becoming a Landlord](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-to-think-about-before-becoming-a-landlord/) - [Landlord Insurance Essentials](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/landlord-insurance-essentials-protecting-your-investment/) - [Converting Your Property into an HMO](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/converting-your-property-into-an-hmo-what-landlords-need-to-know/) - [The Legal Landscape of Rental Properties](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/the-legal-landscape-of-rental-properties-compliance-and-risk-mitigation-for-landlords/) - [What Does the Autumn Statement Mean for Landlords and Tenants](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-does-the-autumn-statement-mean-for-landlords-and-tenants/) - [Essential Checklist for New Landlords](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/essential-checklist-for-new-landlords-to-ensure-a-merry-christmas/) - [What Now for the Renters Reform Bill](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-now-for-the-renters-reform-bill-as-committee-stage-ends/) - [Changes to Material Information](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/changes-to-material-information/) - [Improving HMO Properties - Forecasts on Tenant Preferences in 2024](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/improving-hmo-properties-forecasts-on-tenant-preferences-in-2024/) - [Is 2024 a Good Year to Become a Landlord](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/is-2024-a-good-year-to-become-a-landlord/) - [The Pros and Cons of Fixed Term Tenancies vs Periodic Tenancies](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/the-pros-and-cons-of-fixed-term-tenancies-vs-periodic-tenancies/) - [What the Introduction of Selective Licensing in Peterborough Will Mean for Landlords](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-the-introduction-of-selective-licensing-in-peterborough-will-mean-for-landlords/) - [Little Budget Cheer for Landlords and Tenants](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/little-budget-cheer-for-landlords-and-tenants/) - [Tips for Successful Single Lets in Peterborough](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/tips-for-successful-single-lets-in-peterborough/) - [How to Put the Rent Up and Keep the Tenant](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/how-to-put-the-rent-up-and-keep-the-tenant/) - [How to Maximise Revenue from Your HMO](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/how-to-maximise-revenue-from-your-hmo/) - [Are We Hitting a Ceiling on Rental Charges](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/are-we-hitting-a-ceiling-on-rental-charges/) - [Post-Election Impact on the Lettings Market](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/post-election-impact-on-the-lettings-market/) - [Five Tips to Cut Energy Bills and Save the Planet](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/five-tips-to-cut-energy-bills-and-save-the-planet/) - [Will Labour Kill the PRS](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/will-labour-kill-the-prs/) - [What Will Be in Labour's New Renters Rights Bill](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-will-be-in-labour-s-new-renters-rights-bill/) - [Will Labour's Planning Revolution Benefit Landlords](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/will-labours-planning-revolution-benefit-landlords/) - [Fire Safety Tips for HMOs](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/fire-safety-tips-for-hmos/) - [5 Reasons Why Your BTL Investments Can Fail](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/5-reasons-why-your-btl-investments-can-fail/) - [What the Budget Means for Landlords in Peterborough](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-the-budget-means-for-landlords-in-peterborough/) - [What the Renters Rights Bill Means for Landlords](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-the-renters-rights-bill-means-for-landlords/) - [Portfolio Planning for Landlords in June 2025](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/portfolio-planning-for-landlords-in-june-2025/) - [The New Playing Field - What the Renters Rights Bill Means for Long-Term Letting Strategy](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/the-new-playing-field-what-the-renters-rights-bill-means-for-long-term-letting-strategy/) - [How Are Inflation and Interest Rates Shaping Rental Yields This Spring](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/how-are-inflation-and-interest-rates-shaping-rental-yields-this-spring/) - [How the End of Section 21 No-Fault Evictions Will Impact Your Lettings Strategy](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/how-the-end-of-section-21-no-fault-evictions-will-impact-your-lettings-strategy/) - [How to Spot When Tenants Twist the Truth](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/how-to-spot-when-tenants-twist-the-truth/) - [Is It Time for a Landlords Anonymous Support Group](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/is-it-time-for-a-landlords-anonymous-support-group/) - [Can You Still Make Money in Buy to Let in 2025](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/can-you-still-make-money-in-buy-to-let-in-2025/) - [Renters Rights Bill - 7 Things Landlords Must Know](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/renters-rights-bill-7-things-landlords-must-know/) - [UK Property Market Forecast 2025 - What Landlords Need to Know](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/uk-property-market-forecast-2025-what-landlords-need-to-know/) - [5 Money-Making Tips for Landlords in 2025](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/5-money-making-tips-for-landlords-in-2025/) - [Rental Market Outlook - Slowing Rent Increases and Tenant Affordability](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/rental-market-outlook-slowing-rent-increases-and-tenant-affordability/) - [Energy Upgrades for Rental Properties](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/energy-upgrades-for-rental-properties-what-landlords-need-to-know/) - [Debt Stacking or Diversifying - Best Strategies for Funding Multiple Properties](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/debt-stacking-or-diversifying-best-strategies-for-funding-multiple-properties/) - [Landlords: Here's How to Get Set for the Renters Rights Bill](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/landlords-heres-how-to-get-set-for-the-renters-rights-bill/) - [Pre-Heating Checks for HMOs](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/pre%e2%80%91heating-checks-for-hmos-thermostats-trvs-and-tenant-comms/) - [Yield Realism for 2025 - What Slower Rent Growth Means for Your Next Buy-to-Let](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/yield-realism-for-2025-what-slower-rent-growth-means-for-your-next-buy%e2%80%91to%e2%80%91let/) - [Mandatory HMO Licensing Basics](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/mandatory-hmo-licensing-basics-what-landlords-need-to-know/) - [A New Era for Renters and the Industry That Serves Them](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/a-new-era-for-renters-and-the-industry-that-serves-them/) - [Utility Capping - Lawful Fair Usage Clauses for HMOs](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/utility-capping-lawful-fair-usage-clauses-for-hmos/) - [Winter Proofing Your Rental - Energy Efficiency and Safety Tips for December](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/winter-proofing-your-rental-energy-efficiency-and-safety-tips-for-december/) - [Tis the Season for Smart Lettings - How Landlords Can Deck the Halls with Tech](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/tis-the-season-for-smart-lettings-how-landlords-can-deck-the-halls-with-tech/) - [Things to Look for When Viewing a Rental Property](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/things-to-look-for-when-viewing-a-rental-property/) - [Renters Rights Act - What Landlords Need to Know About the 1 May 2026 Start Date](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/renters-rights-act-what-landlords-need-to-know-about-the-1-may-2026-start-date/) - [Renters Rights Act - What Landlords Need to Know](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/renters-rights-act-what-landlords-need-to-know/) - [Autumn Budget 2025 - What It Means for Landlords and the Rental Market](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/autumn-budget-2025-what-it-means-for-landlords-and-the-rental-market/) - [What the Autumn Budget Means for Landlords in Peterborough](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/what-the-autumn-budget-means-for-landlords-in-peterborough/) - [Renters Rights Act - What It Means for Tenancies and How to Prepare](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/renters-rights-act-what-it-means-for-tenancies-and-how-to-prepare/) - [As HMO Licensing Rules Change, Are You Still Compliant](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/as-hmo-licensing-rules-change-are-you-still-compliant/) - [The Greater Importance of Mid-Term Inspections Ahead of May 1](https://progressivelets.co.uk/tenants/the-greater-importance-of-mid-term-inspections-ahead-of-may-1/) ## Local Area Guides - [Peterborough Property Types](https://progressivelets.co.uk/local-area/peterborough-property-types/) - [Peterborough Living](https://progressivelets.co.uk/local-area/peterborough-living/) - [Peterborough Best Streets](https://progressivelets.co.uk/local-area/peterborough-best-streets/) ## About - [Home](https://progressivelets.co.uk/) - [About Us](https://progressivelets.co.uk/about-us/) - [Our Team](https://progressivelets.co.uk/about-us/our-team/) - [Testimonials](https://progressivelets.co.uk/testimonials/) - [Contact Us](https://progressivelets.co.uk/contact-us/) - [Blog](https://progressivelets.co.uk/blog/)