Michael Gove says that under Awaab’s Law, social housing landlords must deal with condensation issues without delay.
Get ready for an intriguing year ahead in 2024, particularly if you're a hands-on landlord, as several forthcoming announcements are poised to reshape the landscape of property management.
The importance of keeping commercial lease clauses up-to-date with changes in new legislation, in particular there's one clause that should be inserted into every commercial lease to take account of the new energy efficiency rules. Under the Landlord
A landlord who was unable to conduct an electrical safety check due to his hoarding tenant has had a £3,500 fine quashed.
The government has confirmed that commercial landlords won’t have to meet a proposed 2025 deadline to raise their properties to an EPC band C.
CreditLadder has teamed up with Digital ID Connect so app users can report rental payments into credit reference agencies.
Monthly rental costs fell by 0.9% across the UK during December and by 2.2% in Greater London - one of the biggest drops seen in 2023.
The government has rejected calls for private landlords to be given similar deadlines to the social housing sector for dealing with damp and mould.
New Economics Foundation says Private Rented Sector Database must be a major tool to fund and direct enforcement.
The government has vowed to carefully dismantle Grenfell Tower behind its white outer wrapping to “respect the unique circumstances of the tragedy".
Former enfant terrible of the publishing world, James Brown, has revealed his tips for successful holiday let.
A landlord has been fined for failing to clear a huge pile of fridges from the front garden of his empty rental property.
Regular property inspections and maintenance help landlords prevent costly repairs. Budget 1% of property value yearly and follow seasonal checklists
Private landlords are earning an average of £17,665 a year – although profits are much slimmer, according to the latest figures.
The expensive dangers for 'amateur' landlords who don't realise their regulatory responsibilities have been revealed during a Tribunal hearing.
Property investors are invited to sign up for a unique property investor network event next month examining the Renters' Rights Bill.
Hillingdon Council has agreed to consider additional licensing after residents raised concerns about growing problems in the London borough.
Obtaining Possession - Section 21 Notices: This article explains how to gain possession of your residential rental property in the most efficient way. You may just want your property back for your own use, or to sell, or you may be having problems with the tenant, such as re
