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Adding value to your property is the key to investment success 

Adding value to your property is the key to investment success 

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One tried and trusted way to maximise profit is to buy undervalued property, you can then compound the gain by adding value

REPORT: Landlord exodus already impacting market

REPORT: Landlord exodus already impacting market

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Scores of landlords leaving the sector are exacerbating a significant lack of rental properties

Former housing watchdog chief says build-to-rent 'the future'

Former housing watchdog chief says build-to-rent 'the future'

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Long-standing MP Clive Betts is banging the drum for build-to-rent (BTR) through a taskforce that aims to boost the number of properties in the sector

Council leader says HMOs 'change the character of neighbourhoods'

Council leader says HMOs 'change the character of neighbourhoods'

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Warrington leader makes comments as council launches plan to rein-in HMO numbers within town.

Solicitor highlights 'holes' in Labour's renting reforms

Solicitor highlights 'holes' in Labour's renting reforms

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Bethen Abraham highlights two areas of the Renters' Rights Bill that have yet to be clarified by Ministers.

Student landlords STILL being forgotten by Labour - expert

Student landlords STILL being forgotten by Labour - expert

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Paddy Jackman says sector's needs 'falling between' cracks as Government pushes ahead with renting reforms.

Judge highlights  unregulated eviction 'solicitors' problem

Judge highlights  unregulated eviction 'solicitors' problem

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Court case highlights ongoing problem of legal firms that claim to be 'authorised' to help landlords evict tenants when they are not.

Generous property 'leasing scheme' for landlords goes national

Generous property 'leasing scheme' for landlords goes national

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Landlords across Wales can now take advantage of a scheme that lets them lease their property to the local council for up to 20 years.

'Cut stamp duty if you want to help end housing crisis'

'Cut stamp duty if you want to help end housing crisis'

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Scotland’s landlords have urged its government to pause additional stamp duty payments in a bid to alleviate its housing emergency.

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Positive thinking! Six reasons for landlords to feel optimistic about 2023

Positive thinking! Six reasons for landlords to feel optimistic about 2023

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https://www.belvoir.co.uk/?utm_source=LandlordZONE&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=29_01" target="_blank" Belvoir , which is one of the largest High Street property management groups manages over 73,000 properties nationwide, and franchisees across the country are very awa

NEW: Asking rents continue to rise hitting �1,172 average says Rightmove

NEW: Asking rents continue to rise hitting �1,172 average says Rightmove

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Average asking rents for new tenancies outside London jumped to another record high of �1,172 a month in December - although there are now signs that the pace of growth is starting to ease. https://www.rightmove.co.uk/" target="_blank" Rightmove </s

Legal: UK Supreme Court ruling favours landlord in service charge dispute

Legal: UK Supreme Court ruling favours landlord in service charge dispute

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The case involved Sara &amp; Hossein Asset Holdings Ltd v Blacks Outdoor Retail Ltd and revolved around a service charge certificate (SCC) issued by the landlord (SHAH), and the question of whether this was considered to be "conclusive" (meaning final) for the amount due. Servic

Landlords to challenge Scottish rent control extension

Landlords to challenge Scottish rent control extension

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A coalition of landlords and letting agencies are to seek a legal challenge to the Scottish Government's rent control and eviction ban legislation and its proposed extension from April. The Scottish Association of Landlords, Scottish Land and Estates, and Propertymark have together submitte

City council launches major crackdown on revenge evictions

City council launches major crackdown on revenge evictions

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Brighton &amp; Hove Council has launched a crackdown on revenge evictions as it works towards a zero-tolerance approach to rogue landlords. In a review of its PRS enforcement policy, the authority will look at measures to reduce the risk of revenge evictions by serving improveme

Adult content star reveals plan to become affordable rent landlord

Adult content star reveals plan to become affordable rent landlord

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A single mother who used to survive on charity hand-outs but who now claims to earn up to �100,000 a month from creating online adult content has announced plans to join the ranks of UK landlords. 28-year-old Rebecca Goodwin (main picture, inset), who previously struggled to su

Planners force landlord to return �42,637 in rent after 'illegal gains'

Planners force landlord to return �42,637 in rent after 'illegal gains'

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A rogue landlord who created three tiny flats in the basement of one of his properties has been ordered to pay back more than �42,000 in illegal gains. Mawan Musa , 63, of Maude Road, Camberwell, admitted breaching planning rules at two properties in the s

BREAKING: Evidence heard in final day of landmark rent-to-rent court case

BREAKING: Evidence heard in final day of landmark rent-to-rent court case

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The Supreme Court is debating a key legal case around rent-to-rent operators today to decide if the superior landlord, or any landlord in the chain, should be responsible for a rent repayment order. <figure id="" class="w-richtext-figure-type- " data-rt-type="" data-rt-align=""><div><img

Barclays to stop telling tenants credit card debt 'helps them pass referencing'

Barclays to stop telling tenants credit card debt 'helps them pass referencing'

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Barclays has been rapped on the knuckles for a radio advert that urged tenants to rack up credit card debt and increase their credit score to help them rent a flat. The adverts voiceover explained: Using my Barclaycard Forward credit card to pay for the stuff I need now co

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What was the Fire Certificate is no longer required as it was previously under the Fire Precautions Act 1971 for hotels, boarding houses, factories, offices, shops and railway premises. All these premises must comply with Fire Regulations, now covered by t

False Statements By Tenants

False Statements By Tenants

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Ending a residential tenancy on the ground of "false statement by the tenant "The Housing Act 1988 as amended by the Housing Act 1996 makes provision for the possession of residential properties let under Assured and Assured Shorthold Tenancies.However

Bed & Breakfast Business

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Running a Successful Bed &amp; Breakfast Guest HouseRunning a successful Bed &amp; Breakfast Business from the comfort of your own home has many advantages and rewards as far as being self employed is concerned:</

Taking in a Lodger

Taking in a Lodger

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Taking in a LodgerIf you're considering taking a lodger there are some important things to think about first. Most of its common sense, but its a good idea plan carefully and get things right.[list type='3'] <ul <li Taking in Lodgers is a good way to earn extr

Section 8 Notices

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Obtaining Possession Using Section 8 NoticesThis article explains how to gain possession of your residential rental property using the Section 8 procedure.Section 8 is a breach of contract court procedure.There are 17 grounds for possession listed in the Housing Acts 1988 &amp; 199

Get Notice Dates Right

Get Notice Dates Right

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How do I Ensure Notice Dates are Correct?Landlords and letting agents, at various times during a tenancy, may need to serve legal notices on their tenants.It is vital that not only do you complete and serve the notice in such as way that it is valid, but that you can

Section 21 Notices

Section 21 Notices

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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