Although the UK is, in general, very much on the move back to “business as usual”, many aspects of life are still in flux. One of them is the issue […]
Understanding deposit disputes
Deposit disputes are possibly the single, biggest cause of friction between landlords and tenants. Avoiding disputes is always much better than having to resolve them. If, however, the matter does […]
Key changes and updates landlords should know for 2021
The world of property is constantly changing and being a landlord is already a difficult task without the additional stress and pressure of having to remain aware of the constantly […]
Vulnerable tenants could suffer most from changes to the eviction process
It’s almost inevitable that making any policy change will benefit some people, but could put others at a disadvantage. This is particularly true for any government policy which could affect […]
Landlords and Tenants: What the law has in store
Although the UK’s next scheduled general election isn’t until 2022, politicians of all persuasions seem to be gearing up into campaign mode and it seems reasonable to assume that housing […]
Tax changes for buy-to-let properties landlords need to know
6 April is the start of the new tax year and as is traditional, a new round of tax changes. Here are the new tax rules that buy-to-let property investors […]
What information do you need to legally disclose when selling your property?
Generally speaking, sales between one private individual and another work on the basis of ‘caveat emptor’ let the buyer beware. This means that the buyer alone is responsible for checking […]
What does the future hold for student property and HMOs?
Student property has long been a popular investment for many, but will harsh tax changes start to outweigh the attractive yields that the market has to offer?
6 important tips for student property and buy-to-let landlords
September and January are the busiest months for landlords across the UK with an average of over 500,000 students going to university each year. Students are often looking to start […]
Are rental deposit protection schemes in need of urgent reform?
Deposits have long been one of the biggest sticking points in the property market. It’s obvious why landlords want them and even many tenants would probably recognise that the principle […]
New HMO legislation confirmed for October 2018
The government has confirmed that there will be an extension of the licensing rules for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and that all landlords covered by the rules must apply […]
New codes of practice for letting and managing agents
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has announced that a code of practice and an independent regulator will be introduced for letting and managing agents in England, specifically […]
