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The hidden cost of a letting agent’s deposit admin error

Landlord wins compensation after letting agent failed to protect tenant deposit, exposing how “administrative errors” can trigger serious legal breach

The hidden cost of a letting agent’s deposit admin error

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Landlord wins compensation after letting agent failed to protect tenant deposit, exposing how “administrative errors” can trigger serious legal breach

Deposit protection scheme

The hidden cost of a letting agent’s deposit admin error

The hidden cost of a letting agent’s deposit admin error

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Landlord wins compensation after letting agent failed to protect tenant deposit, exposing how “administrative errors” can trigger serious legal breach

Councils, evictions and a system under strain - landlords cannot be the default safety net

Councils are relying on landlords as a safety net in housing crisis, worsening evictions, costs, and conflict for all sides.

Councils, evictions and a system under strain - landlords cannot be the default safety net

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Councils are relying on landlords as a safety net in housing crisis, worsening evictions, costs, and conflict for all sides.

Private rented sector
Housing crisis

Councils, evictions and a system under strain - landlords cannot be the default safety net

Councils, evictions and a system under strain - landlords cannot be the default safety net

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Councils are relying on landlords as a safety net in housing crisis, worsening evictions, costs, and conflict for all sides.

Do you have an HMO without knowing it?

Or do you know you have an HMO and don’t know the rules? You need to be aware of your obligations now...

Do you have an HMO without knowing it?

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Or do you know you have an HMO and don’t know the rules? You need to be aware of your obligations now...

Health safety
Hmo
Fire doors

Do you have an HMO without knowing it?

Do you have an HMO without knowing it?

Information

Or do you know you have an HMO and don’t know the rules? You need to be aware of your obligations now...

Minister insists good landlords shouldn't fear historic reforms

Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has reassured responsible landlords that they have nothing to fear from upcoming rental reforms.

Minister insists good landlords shouldn't fear historic reforms

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Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has reassured responsible landlords that they have nothing to fear from upcoming rental reforms.

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matthew-pennycook

Minister insists good landlords shouldn't fear historic reforms

Minister insists good landlords shouldn't fear historic reforms

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Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has reassured responsible landlords that they have nothing to fear from upcoming rental reforms.

Supported accommodation providers to face tougher regulation

The government has vowed to crack down on poor-quality supported housing by introducing a national licensing scheme.

Supported accommodation providers to face tougher regulation

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The government has vowed to crack down on poor-quality supported housing by introducing a national licensing scheme.

Rogue landlords
Housing benefit

Supported accommodation providers to face tougher regulation

Supported accommodation providers to face tougher regulation

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The government has vowed to crack down on poor-quality supported housing by introducing a national licensing scheme.

Rogue landlord who threatened 'terrified' tenant avoids jail

A rogue landlord who bombarded her tenant with threatening messages has been given a suspended prison sentence.

Rogue landlord who threatened 'terrified' tenant avoids jail

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A rogue landlord who bombarded her tenant with threatening messages has been given a suspended prison sentence.

Rogue landlords

Rogue landlord who threatened 'terrified' tenant avoids jail

Rogue landlord who threatened 'terrified' tenant avoids jail

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A rogue landlord who bombarded her tenant with threatening messages has been given a suspended prison sentence.

Government moves to avoid stamp duty confusion

The government has pledged that scores of tenants won’t have to start paying stamp duty due to changes in the Renters’ Rights Act.

Government moves to avoid stamp duty confusion

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The government has pledged that scores of tenants won’t have to start paying stamp duty due to changes in the Renters’ Rights Act.

Stamp duty
renters' rights act

Government moves to avoid stamp duty confusion

Government moves to avoid stamp duty confusion

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The government has pledged that scores of tenants won’t have to start paying stamp duty due to changes in the Renters’ Rights Act.

Scottish landlords demand PRS focus to tackle housing crisis

Scottish landlords have urged the country’s next government to come up with a dedicated PRS strategy.

Scottish landlords demand PRS focus to tackle housing crisis

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Scottish landlords have urged the country’s next government to come up with a dedicated PRS strategy.

Scotland
scottish association of landlords

Scottish landlords demand PRS focus to tackle housing crisis

Scottish landlords demand PRS focus to tackle housing crisis

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Scottish landlords have urged the country’s next government to come up with a dedicated PRS strategy.

Tory housing minister handed eviction notice

Shadow housing secretary James Cleverly has been handed an eviction notice from his landlord, who is selling his rental property.

Tory housing minister handed eviction notice

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Shadow housing secretary James Cleverly has been handed an eviction notice from his landlord, who is selling his rental property.

Eviction

Tory housing minister handed eviction notice

Tory housing minister handed eviction notice

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Shadow housing secretary James Cleverly has been handed an eviction notice from his landlord, who is selling his rental property.

Rent Control, the idea that never dies. 

Could the Renters’ Rights Act introduce rent control, capped rents by another name? 

Rent Control, the idea that never dies. 

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Could the Renters’ Rights Act introduce rent control, capped rents by another name? 

Rent control
Rents
renters' rights act

Rent Control, the idea that never dies. 

Rent Control, the idea that never dies. 

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Could the Renters’ Rights Act introduce rent control, capped rents by another name? 

'Muslim only' rental adverts listed across capital

Landlords are illegally advertising for ‘Muslim only’ tenants across London and the south-east, an investigation by The Telegraph has found.

'Muslim only' rental adverts listed across capital

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Landlords are illegally advertising for ‘Muslim only’ tenants across London and the south-east, an investigation by The Telegraph has found.

Discrimination

'Muslim only' rental adverts listed across capital

'Muslim only' rental adverts listed across capital

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Landlords are illegally advertising for ‘Muslim only’ tenants across London and the south-east, an investigation by The Telegraph has found.

Landlords in London borough warned about 'surprise' licensing schemes

A licensing expert has warned that landlords may not be aware of six selective licensing schemes due to launch over the summer in Harrow.

Landlords in London borough warned about 'surprise' licensing schemes

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A licensing expert has warned that landlords may not be aware of six selective licensing schemes due to launch over the summer in Harrow.

Selective licensing

Landlords in London borough warned about 'surprise' licensing schemes

Landlords in London borough warned about 'surprise' licensing schemes

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A licensing expert has warned that landlords may not be aware of six selective licensing schemes due to launch over the summer in Harrow.

Government clarifies rules around rent increases

The government has clarified important changes to s13 notices ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act taking effect.

Government clarifies rules around rent increases

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The government has clarified important changes to s13 notices ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act taking effect.

Rent increases
David smith

Government clarifies rules around rent increases

Government clarifies rules around rent increases

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The government has clarified important changes to s13 notices ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act taking effect.

Templates help HMO landlords comply with rental reforms

HMO management platform COHO has created new assured tenancy agreement templates ahead of the Renters' Rights Act.

Templates help HMO landlords comply with rental reforms

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HMO management platform COHO has created new assured tenancy agreement templates ahead of the Renters' Rights Act.

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renters' rights act

Templates help HMO landlords comply with rental reforms

Templates help HMO landlords comply with rental reforms

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HMO management platform COHO has created new assured tenancy agreement templates ahead of the Renters' Rights Act.

Lettings firm must pay tenants £23,000 for unlawful eviction

Letting agents who illegally evicted a tenant from an unsafe and unlicensed HMO must pay a £23,000 Rent Repayment Order.

Lettings firm must pay tenants £23,000 for unlawful eviction

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Letting agents who illegally evicted a tenant from an unsafe and unlicensed HMO must pay a £23,000 Rent Repayment Order.

Illegal eviction
First Tier Tribunal

Lettings firm must pay tenants £23,000 for unlawful eviction

Lettings firm must pay tenants £23,000 for unlawful eviction

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Letting agents who illegally evicted a tenant from an unsafe and unlicensed HMO must pay a £23,000 Rent Repayment Order.

North West council looks to stop HMO 'free-for-all'

Landlords in Warrington hoping to convert family homes into HMOs could soon face tougher planning restrictions.

North West council looks to stop HMO 'free-for-all'

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Landlords in Warrington hoping to convert family homes into HMOs could soon face tougher planning restrictions.

Article 4 directions
Hmos

North West council looks to stop HMO 'free-for-all'

North West council looks to stop HMO 'free-for-all'

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Landlords in Warrington hoping to convert family homes into HMOs could soon face tougher planning restrictions.

Possession instructions surge as rental reforms loom

Possession instructions jumped 60% year-on-year last month at Landlord Action, with enquiries up 75%, the highest spike on record.

Possession instructions surge as rental reforms loom

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Possession instructions jumped 60% year-on-year last month at Landlord Action, with enquiries up 75%, the highest spike on record.

Possession
Landlord action

Possession instructions surge as rental reforms loom

Possession instructions surge as rental reforms loom

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Possession instructions jumped 60% year-on-year last month at Landlord Action, with enquiries up 75%, the highest spike on record.

Landlord busted for role in cannabis farm ring

A landlord has been found guilty of allowing seven of his properties to be used to grow cannabis.

Landlord busted for role in cannabis farm ring

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A landlord has been found guilty of allowing seven of his properties to be used to grow cannabis.

Cannabis factory

Landlord busted for role in cannabis farm ring

Landlord busted for role in cannabis farm ring

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A landlord has been found guilty of allowing seven of his properties to be used to grow cannabis.

Huge tenant demonstration destroys landlord effigy

Thousands of tenants marched through central London at the weekend to demand the introduction of rent controls.

Huge tenant demonstration destroys landlord effigy

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Thousands of tenants marched through central London at the weekend to demand the introduction of rent controls.

Rent controls
London renters union

Huge tenant demonstration destroys landlord effigy

Huge tenant demonstration destroys landlord effigy

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Thousands of tenants marched through central London at the weekend to demand the introduction of rent controls.

Will the pitfalls of the Renters’ Rights Act outweigh its benefits?

Well-Intentioned, badly timed and the people it’s meant to help may be the first to suffer – that’s the claim of a recent media article

Will the pitfalls of the Renters’ Rights Act outweigh its benefits?

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Well-Intentioned, badly timed and the people it’s meant to help may be the first to suffer – that’s the claim of a recent media article

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Tenants

Will the pitfalls of the Renters’ Rights Act outweigh its benefits?

Will the pitfalls of the Renters’ Rights Act outweigh its benefits?

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Well-Intentioned, badly timed and the people it’s meant to help may be the first to suffer – that’s the claim of a recent media article

Small landlords akin to disappearing village pubs, warns expert

Small landlords could suffer the same fate as village pubs after the smoking ban, with big operators taking over the sector.

Small landlords akin to disappearing village pubs, warns expert

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Small landlords could suffer the same fate as village pubs after the smoking ban, with big operators taking over the sector.

renters' rights act

Small landlords akin to disappearing village pubs, warns expert

Small landlords akin to disappearing village pubs, warns expert

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Small landlords could suffer the same fate as village pubs after the smoking ban, with big operators taking over the sector.

Landlord told to pay tenants £14,400 for 'vindictive' eviction

A landlord who was vindictive towards her tenants has been found guilty of using violence to secure entry, unlawful eviction and harassment.

Landlord told to pay tenants £14,400 for 'vindictive' eviction

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A landlord who was vindictive towards her tenants has been found guilty of using violence to secure entry, unlawful eviction and harassment.

Rent repayment orders
Illegal eviction

Landlord told to pay tenants £14,400 for 'vindictive' eviction

Landlord told to pay tenants £14,400 for 'vindictive' eviction

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A landlord who was vindictive towards her tenants has been found guilty of using violence to secure entry, unlawful eviction and harassment.

Greens reveal blanket rent control ambition

Green Party leader Zack Polanski has said he wants to see rent controls imposed on all private rented homes.

Greens reveal blanket rent control ambition

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Green Party leader Zack Polanski has said he wants to see rent controls imposed on all private rented homes.

Rent controls

Greens reveal blanket rent control ambition

Greens reveal blanket rent control ambition

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Green Party leader Zack Polanski has said he wants to see rent controls imposed on all private rented homes.

2 Weeks to go until RRA: This free compliance check could save Landlords thousands

Renters’ Rights Act lands in 2 weeks: Section 21 ends, fines up to £40k. Landlords must act now or risk penalties, delays and costly mistakes.

2 Weeks to go until RRA: This free compliance check could save Landlords thousands

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Renters’ Rights Act lands in 2 weeks: Section 21 ends, fines up to £40k. Landlords must act now or risk penalties, delays and costly mistakes.

National residential
Landlord sales agency
renters' rights act

2 Weeks to go until RRA: This free compliance check could save Landlords thousands

2 Weeks to go until RRA: This free compliance check could save Landlords thousands

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Renters’ Rights Act lands in 2 weeks: Section 21 ends, fines up to £40k. Landlords must act now or risk penalties, delays and costly mistakes.

Bank funds charity's radical move into the PRS

Homeless charity Crisis is to buy its first rental properties – funded by Lloyds Banking Group – in its bid to become a landlord.

Bank funds charity's radical move into the PRS

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Homeless charity Crisis is to buy its first rental properties – funded by Lloyds Banking Group – in its bid to become a landlord.

Housing crisis

Bank funds charity's radical move into the PRS

Bank funds charity's radical move into the PRS

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Homeless charity Crisis is to buy its first rental properties – funded by Lloyds Banking Group – in its bid to become a landlord.

Landlords forced to cut rental prices as supply rises

More than a quarter of rental listings have been reduced in price during the first quarter of the year, the highest number since 2012.

Landlords forced to cut rental prices as supply rises

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More than a quarter of rental listings have been reduced in price during the first quarter of the year, the highest number since 2012.

Rental property trends UK

Landlords forced to cut rental prices as supply rises

Landlords forced to cut rental prices as supply rises

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More than a quarter of rental listings have been reduced in price during the first quarter of the year, the highest number since 2012.

Landlords told to avoid Right to Rent discrimination

Landlords have been warned they face legal action if they discriminate against tenants when conducting Right to Rent checks.

Landlords told to avoid Right to Rent discrimination

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Landlords have been warned they face legal action if they discriminate against tenants when conducting Right to Rent checks.

Right to rent checks

Landlords told to avoid Right to Rent discrimination

Landlords told to avoid Right to Rent discrimination

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Landlords have been warned they face legal action if they discriminate against tenants when conducting Right to Rent checks.

Tenants under pressure, JFR report favours rent control

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation’s latest housing market report highlights the affordability issues facing tenants

Tenants under pressure, JFR report favours rent control

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The Joseph Rowntree Foundation’s latest housing market report highlights the affordability issues facing tenants

Tenant debt
vulnerable tenant

Tenants under pressure, JFR report favours rent control

Tenants under pressure, JFR report favours rent control

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The Joseph Rowntree Foundation’s latest housing market report highlights the affordability issues facing tenants

Landlord's licence dodge results in £35,000 fine

A landlord has been ordered to pay almost £35,000 in fines and costs after he failed to license his HMO in Gravesend town centre.

Landlord's licence dodge results in £35,000 fine

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A landlord has been ordered to pay almost £35,000 in fines and costs after he failed to license his HMO in Gravesend town centre.

Landlord fines

Landlord's licence dodge results in £35,000 fine

Landlord's licence dodge results in £35,000 fine

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A landlord has been ordered to pay almost £35,000 in fines and costs after he failed to license his HMO in Gravesend town centre.

Build-to-rent schemes struggle to get go-ahead

The number of build-to-rent homes under construction has fallen by a fifth year-on-year as the sector battles planning and building rules.

Build-to-rent schemes struggle to get go-ahead

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The number of build-to-rent homes under construction has fallen by a fifth year-on-year as the sector battles planning and building rules.

build to rent

Build-to-rent schemes struggle to get go-ahead

Build-to-rent schemes struggle to get go-ahead

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The number of build-to-rent homes under construction has fallen by a fifth year-on-year as the sector battles planning and building rules.

More landlords juggling multiple loans across lenders

Landlords with buy-to-let borrowing hold an average of 6.5 individual loans, typically spread across two lenders, research finds.

More landlords juggling multiple loans across lenders

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Landlords with buy-to-let borrowing hold an average of 6.5 individual loans, typically spread across two lenders, research finds.

buy-to-let-yields
Mortgages

More landlords juggling multiple loans across lenders

More landlords juggling multiple loans across lenders

News

Landlords with buy-to-let borrowing hold an average of 6.5 individual loans, typically spread across two lenders, research finds.

Agents urged to prove worth or risk losing landlords

Many agents who plan to pass the cost of compliance through to landlords via higher fees risk pushing them to risk self-manage, says Goodlord.

Agents urged to prove worth or risk losing landlords

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Many agents who plan to pass the cost of compliance through to landlords via higher fees risk pushing them to risk self-manage, says Goodlord.

Letting agents
Goodlord

Agents urged to prove worth or risk losing landlords

Agents urged to prove worth or risk losing landlords

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Many agents who plan to pass the cost of compliance through to landlords via higher fees risk pushing them to risk self-manage, says Goodlord.

Agent told to pay £31K after rent-to-rent scheme backfires

A letting agent who claimed he wasn’t the landlord of an unlicensed HMO has been told to pay back £31,435 in rent.

Agent told to pay £31K after rent-to-rent scheme backfires

News

A letting agent who claimed he wasn’t the landlord of an unlicensed HMO has been told to pay back £31,435 in rent.

Rent repayment orders

Agent told to pay £31K after rent-to-rent scheme backfires

Agent told to pay £31K after rent-to-rent scheme backfires

News

A letting agent who claimed he wasn’t the landlord of an unlicensed HMO has been told to pay back £31,435 in rent.

Councils get multi-million cash boost to target rogue landlords

The government has given councils another £41 million to help cover the costs of ramping up enforcement action against private landlords.

Councils get multi-million cash boost to target rogue landlords

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The government has given councils another £41 million to help cover the costs of ramping up enforcement action against private landlords.

Landlord fines
renters' rights act

Councils get multi-million cash boost to target rogue landlords

Councils get multi-million cash boost to target rogue landlords

News

The government has given councils another £41 million to help cover the costs of ramping up enforcement action against private landlords.

Platform makes rent review process more robust

A new rent review platform aims to help landlords and agents agree rents after 1st May without going to a tribunal.

Platform makes rent review process more robust

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A new rent review platform aims to help landlords and agents agree rents after 1st May without going to a tribunal.

Rents
Property tribunal

Platform makes rent review process more robust

Platform makes rent review process more robust

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A new rent review platform aims to help landlords and agents agree rents after 1st May without going to a tribunal.

Property expert hits back at minister's landlord attack

Kate Faulkner has defended landlords for issuing Section 21 notices after Housing Secretary Steve Reed labelled it “shameless behaviour”.

Property expert hits back at minister's landlord attack

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Kate Faulkner has defended landlords for issuing Section 21 notices after Housing Secretary Steve Reed labelled it “shameless behaviour”.

Kate faulkner
section 21

Property expert hits back at minister's landlord attack

Property expert hits back at minister's landlord attack

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Kate Faulkner has defended landlords for issuing Section 21 notices after Housing Secretary Steve Reed labelled it “shameless behaviour”.

Agents pay price for flouting compensation rules

Six letting agents have been expelled from The Property Ombudsman after failing to pay compensation to landlords or tenants.

Agents pay price for flouting compensation rules

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Six letting agents have been expelled from The Property Ombudsman after failing to pay compensation to landlords or tenants.

Letting agents

Agents pay price for flouting compensation rules

Agents pay price for flouting compensation rules

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Six letting agents have been expelled from The Property Ombudsman after failing to pay compensation to landlords or tenants.

Extended notice periods could drive out Northern Ireland landlords

Reforms to notice periods could reduce rental supply, impacting affordability and availability for renters, says Propertymark.

Extended notice periods could drive out Northern Ireland landlords

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Reforms to notice periods could reduce rental supply, impacting affordability and availability for renters, says Propertymark.

Northern ireland
Evictions

Extended notice periods could drive out Northern Ireland landlords

Extended notice periods could drive out Northern Ireland landlords

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Reforms to notice periods could reduce rental supply, impacting affordability and availability for renters, says Propertymark.

SNP pledges to offer ex-rental properties to tenants

Private tenants in Scotland will get first refusal if a landlord puts their home up for sale under plans announced by the SNP.

SNP pledges to offer ex-rental properties to tenants

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Private tenants in Scotland will get first refusal if a landlord puts their home up for sale under plans announced by the SNP.

Scotland
Landlords selling

SNP pledges to offer ex-rental properties to tenants

SNP pledges to offer ex-rental properties to tenants

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Private tenants in Scotland will get first refusal if a landlord puts their home up for sale under plans announced by the SNP.

Hotspots where landlords face huge EPC challenge

Two-thirds of private rental properties in some parts of England have an EPC below C, illustrating the scale of the challenge facing landlords.

Hotspots where landlords face huge EPC challenge

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Two-thirds of private rental properties in some parts of England have an EPC below C, illustrating the scale of the challenge facing landlords.

Epcs

Hotspots where landlords face huge EPC challenge

Hotspots where landlords face huge EPC challenge

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Two-thirds of private rental properties in some parts of England have an EPC below C, illustrating the scale of the challenge facing landlords.

In the News – Renters’ Reform, Rising Costs and Investor Retreat

England’s private rented sector (PRS) is on the cusp of its most significant structural change in decades

In the News – Renters’ Reform, Rising Costs and Investor Retreat

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England’s private rented sector (PRS) is on the cusp of its most significant structural change in decades

News
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In the News – Renters’ Reform, Rising Costs and Investor Retreat

In the News – Renters’ Reform, Rising Costs and Investor Retreat

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England’s private rented sector (PRS) is on the cusp of its most significant structural change in decades

Ministers urged to choose percentage-based visitor levy

A think-tank has warned that a flat rate visitor levy in England would place a higher burden on budget travellers.

Ministers urged to choose percentage-based visitor levy

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A think-tank has warned that a flat rate visitor levy in England would place a higher burden on budget travellers.

Short term lets

Ministers urged to choose percentage-based visitor levy

Ministers urged to choose percentage-based visitor levy

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A think-tank has warned that a flat rate visitor levy in England would place a higher burden on budget travellers.

Cautious landlords resist making purchases despite rising yields

Rental yields across England and Wales increased year-on-year to Q1 2026 across every region, according to Fleet Mortgages.

Cautious landlords resist making purchases despite rising yields

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Rental yields across England and Wales increased year-on-year to Q1 2026 across every region, according to Fleet Mortgages.

buy-to-let-yields
Rics

Cautious landlords resist making purchases despite rising yields

Cautious landlords resist making purchases despite rising yields

News

Rental yields across England and Wales increased year-on-year to Q1 2026 across every region, according to Fleet Mortgages.

Rent in advance agreements hinge on tenancy wording, warns lawyer

Property lawyer advises landlords to check tenancy agreements when trying to understand new rent in advance rules.

Rent in advance agreements hinge on tenancy wording, warns lawyer

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Property lawyer advises landlords to check tenancy agreements when trying to understand new rent in advance rules.

Advance rent
David smith

Rent in advance agreements hinge on tenancy wording, warns lawyer

Rent in advance agreements hinge on tenancy wording, warns lawyer

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Property lawyer advises landlords to check tenancy agreements when trying to understand new rent in advance rules.

Landlord eviction panic alarms tenant charities

Growing numbers of landlords are rushing to serve last-minute no-fault evictions before the ban comes into force on 1st May.

Landlord eviction panic alarms tenant charities

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Growing numbers of landlords are rushing to serve last-minute no-fault evictions before the ban comes into force on 1st May.

section 21
Eviction

Landlord eviction panic alarms tenant charities

Landlord eviction panic alarms tenant charities

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Growing numbers of landlords are rushing to serve last-minute no-fault evictions before the ban comes into force on 1st May.

Furnished holiday lets and VAT: the hidden rules catching UK landlords out

Furnished holiday lets face VAT rules UK landlords often overlook, including registration, rates, and reclaiming allowable expenses.

Furnished holiday lets and VAT: the hidden rules catching UK landlords out

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Furnished holiday lets face VAT rules UK landlords often overlook, including registration, rates, and reclaiming allowable expenses.

VAT
Holiday lets

Furnished holiday lets and VAT: the hidden rules catching UK landlords out

Furnished holiday lets and VAT: the hidden rules catching UK landlords out

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Furnished holiday lets face VAT rules UK landlords often overlook, including registration, rates, and reclaiming allowable expenses.

Time is running out: what landlords must do now before the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect

Time is running out: key deadlines, mandatory notices, and Section 21 changes landlords must act on before 1 May.

Time is running out: what landlords must do now before the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect

Column

Time is running out: key deadlines, mandatory notices, and Section 21 changes landlords must act on before 1 May.

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Paul Shamplina

Time is running out: what landlords must do now before the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect

Time is running out: what landlords must do now before the Renters’ Rights Act takes effect

Column

Time is running out: key deadlines, mandatory notices, and Section 21 changes landlords must act on before 1 May.

Councils use minor licence application errors to fine landlords

Landlords have been warned to take extra care when making licence applications after a spate of fines for filling out the wrong form.

Councils use minor licence application errors to fine landlords

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Landlords have been warned to take extra care when making licence applications after a spate of fines for filling out the wrong form.

Licensing
Landlord fines

Councils use minor licence application errors to fine landlords

Councils use minor licence application errors to fine landlords

News

Landlords have been warned to take extra care when making licence applications after a spate of fines for filling out the wrong form.

Greens' gains in Wales could herald PRS clampdown

The Green party plans to push for rent controls in Wales as the party looks set to win its first seats in the Senedd next month.

Greens' gains in Wales could herald PRS clampdown

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The Green party plans to push for rent controls in Wales as the party looks set to win its first seats in the Senedd next month.

Wales
Rent controls

Greens' gains in Wales could herald PRS clampdown

Greens' gains in Wales could herald PRS clampdown

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The Green party plans to push for rent controls in Wales as the party looks set to win its first seats in the Senedd next month.

Tenants given the lowdown on upcoming rental reforms

The government has released a raft of new guidance for tenants around the Renters’ Rights Act.

Tenants given the lowdown on upcoming rental reforms

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The government has released a raft of new guidance for tenants around the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Tenants given the lowdown on upcoming rental reforms

Tenants given the lowdown on upcoming rental reforms

News

The government has released a raft of new guidance for tenants around the Renters’ Rights Act.

Making Tax Digital: a guide for landlords

Making Tax Digital requires landlords earning £50k+ to submit quarterly digital tax updates from April 2026.

Making Tax Digital: a guide for landlords

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Making Tax Digital requires landlords earning £50k+ to submit quarterly digital tax updates from April 2026.

Tax
Making tax digital

Making Tax Digital: a guide for landlords

Making Tax Digital: a guide for landlords

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Making Tax Digital requires landlords earning £50k+ to submit quarterly digital tax updates from April 2026.

Kent council lays out plans for new HMO controls

Swale Council has urged private landlords to take part in a consultation about introducing tougher rules for HMOs.

Kent council lays out plans for new HMO controls

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Swale Council has urged private landlords to take part in a consultation about introducing tougher rules for HMOs.

Hmos

Kent council lays out plans for new HMO controls

Kent council lays out plans for new HMO controls

News

Swale Council has urged private landlords to take part in a consultation about introducing tougher rules for HMOs.

Landlord exhausted by council confusion over tenancy

Landlord Mick Roberts has hit out at Nottingham Council officers for failing to understand housing law and deterring others from helping tenants.

Landlord exhausted by council confusion over tenancy

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Landlord Mick Roberts has hit out at Nottingham Council officers for failing to understand housing law and deterring others from helping tenants.

Selective licensing
Gas safety

Landlord exhausted by council confusion over tenancy

Landlord exhausted by council confusion over tenancy

News

Landlord Mick Roberts has hit out at Nottingham Council officers for failing to understand housing law and deterring others from helping tenants.

Book review: The Good Landlord Handbook: Practical Survival Guide

The Good Landlord Handbook: Succeed as a landlord under the Renters’ Rights Act 

Book review: The Good Landlord Handbook: Practical Survival Guide

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The Good Landlord Handbook: Succeed as a landlord under the Renters’ Rights Act 

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Book review: The Good Landlord Handbook: Practical Survival Guide

Book review: The Good Landlord Handbook: Practical Survival Guide

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The Good Landlord Handbook: Succeed as a landlord under the Renters’ Rights Act 

Big Northern council extends HMO rules across county

County Durham plans to extend Article 4 rules across the entire borough to control the spread of HMOs.

Big Northern council extends HMO rules across county

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County Durham plans to extend Article 4 rules across the entire borough to control the spread of HMOs.

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Big Northern council extends HMO rules across county

Big Northern council extends HMO rules across county

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County Durham plans to extend Article 4 rules across the entire borough to control the spread of HMOs.

Quarter of landlords actively looking to sell rental homes

A quarter of landlords (24%) are actively selling or looking to sell some, or all of their portfolio, new research finds.

Quarter of landlords actively looking to sell rental homes

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A quarter of landlords (24%) are actively selling or looking to sell some, or all of their portfolio, new research finds.

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Quarter of landlords actively looking to sell rental homes

Quarter of landlords actively looking to sell rental homes

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A quarter of landlords (24%) are actively selling or looking to sell some, or all of their portfolio, new research finds.

Government to help fund thousands of build-to-rent homes

The government’s newly established National Housing Bank will help to fund 3,300 build-to-rent homes in a link-up with Homes England and Aviva.

Government to help fund thousands of build-to-rent homes

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The government’s newly established National Housing Bank will help to fund 3,300 build-to-rent homes in a link-up with Homes England and Aviva.

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Government to help fund thousands of build-to-rent homes

Government to help fund thousands of build-to-rent homes

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The government’s newly established National Housing Bank will help to fund 3,300 build-to-rent homes in a link-up with Homes England and Aviva.

Will holiday lets remain a popular after the Renters’ Rights Act?

Sweeping reforms are about to reshape the private rented sector, how will holiday let businesses fare?

Will holiday lets remain a popular after the Renters’ Rights Act?

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Sweeping reforms are about to reshape the private rented sector, how will holiday let businesses fare?

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Will holiday lets remain a popular after the Renters’ Rights Act?

Will holiday lets remain a popular after the Renters’ Rights Act?

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Sweeping reforms are about to reshape the private rented sector, how will holiday let businesses fare?

Practical steps needed to prepare for new regime

Landlords and agents have been warned to get ready for upcoming rental reforms or face costly fines.

Practical steps needed to prepare for new regime

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Landlords and agents have been warned to get ready for upcoming rental reforms or face costly fines.

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Practical steps needed to prepare for new regime

Practical steps needed to prepare for new regime

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Landlords and agents have been warned to get ready for upcoming rental reforms or face costly fines.

What landlord exits mean for the PRS

Landlord exits shrink UK rental supply; staying landlords must adapt, professionalise, and navigate new regulations.

What landlord exits mean for the PRS

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Landlord exits shrink UK rental supply; staying landlords must adapt, professionalise, and navigate new regulations.

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What landlord exits mean for the PRS

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Landlord exits shrink UK rental supply; staying landlords must adapt, professionalise, and navigate new regulations.

UK rents rise for first time since October

Rents have increased for the first time in five months but remain 2.5% lower than October’s peak.

UK rents rise for first time since October

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Rents have increased for the first time in five months but remain 2.5% lower than October’s peak.

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UK rents rise for first time since October

UK rents rise for first time since October

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Rents have increased for the first time in five months but remain 2.5% lower than October’s peak.

Just 30 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28

Just 30 days until the Renters’ Rights Act - landlords are selling fast to beat new rules and secure top prices in under 28 days.

Just 30 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28

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Just 30 days until the Renters’ Rights Act - landlords are selling fast to beat new rules and secure top prices in under 28 days.

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Just 30 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28

Just 30 Days to go until Renters’ Rights Act: We’ll sell your houses in less than 28

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Just 30 days until the Renters’ Rights Act - landlords are selling fast to beat new rules and secure top prices in under 28 days.

April Fools today, serious rental rules 1 May

April Fools? Landlords, 1 May brings major rental reforms - from rent rules to pets, possessions, and new tenant rights.

April Fools today, serious rental rules 1 May

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April Fools? Landlords, 1 May brings major rental reforms - from rent rules to pets, possessions, and new tenant rights.

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April Fools today, serious rental rules 1 May

April Fools today, serious rental rules 1 May

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April Fools? Landlords, 1 May brings major rental reforms - from rent rules to pets, possessions, and new tenant rights.

Landlords struggle to absorb rising costs as reforms loom

Landlords can’t absorb growing costs without passing them on through higher rents, the NRLA has warned.

Landlords struggle to absorb rising costs as reforms loom

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Landlords can’t absorb growing costs without passing them on through higher rents, the NRLA has warned.

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Landlords struggle to absorb rising costs as reforms loom

Landlords struggle to absorb rising costs as reforms loom

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Landlords can’t absorb growing costs without passing them on through higher rents, the NRLA has warned.

Pet-friendly rental homes in sharp decline

The number of pet-friendly rental homes in England has dropped by -39% since the start of the year.

Pet-friendly rental homes in sharp decline

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The number of pet-friendly rental homes in England has dropped by -39% since the start of the year.

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Pet-friendly rental homes in sharp decline

Pet-friendly rental homes in sharp decline

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The number of pet-friendly rental homes in England has dropped by -39% since the start of the year.

Agents want national push to target empty homes

Propertymark wants councils to invest more in empty home schemes after it found less than half of have an empty homes strategy.

Agents want national push to target empty homes

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Propertymark wants councils to invest more in empty home schemes after it found less than half of have an empty homes strategy.

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Agents want national push to target empty homes

Agents want national push to target empty homes

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Propertymark wants councils to invest more in empty home schemes after it found less than half of have an empty homes strategy.

North East council gets tough on HMO spread

Landlords in Stockton will face much tougher rules around HMOs following a planned clampdown by the council.

North East council gets tough on HMO spread

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Landlords in Stockton will face much tougher rules around HMOs following a planned clampdown by the council.

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North East council gets tough on HMO spread

North East council gets tough on HMO spread

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Landlords in Stockton will face much tougher rules around HMOs following a planned clampdown by the council.

How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

Paul Sowerbutts and Sonia Rai discuss disability discrimination risks in possession claims and Equality Act defences landlords must consider.

How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

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Paul Sowerbutts and Sonia Rai discuss disability discrimination risks in possession claims and Equality Act defences landlords must consider.

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How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

How the Equality Act 2010 is reshaping eviction strategy in the post-Section 21 landscape

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Paul Sowerbutts and Sonia Rai discuss disability discrimination risks in possession claims and Equality Act defences landlords must consider.

Soaring borrowing costs will cause landlords pain

Unrest in the Middle East is adding hundreds of pounds to landlords’ new buy-to-let mortgages, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.

Soaring borrowing costs will cause landlords pain

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Unrest in the Middle East is adding hundreds of pounds to landlords’ new buy-to-let mortgages, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.

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Soaring borrowing costs will cause landlords pain

Soaring borrowing costs will cause landlords pain

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Unrest in the Middle East is adding hundreds of pounds to landlords’ new buy-to-let mortgages, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk.

Wales to introduce single council tax band for HMOs

The Welsh Government has confirmed that landlords, not tenants, will remain liable for council tax in HMOs.

Wales to introduce single council tax band for HMOs

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The Welsh Government has confirmed that landlords, not tenants, will remain liable for council tax in HMOs.

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Wales to introduce single council tax band for HMOs

Wales to introduce single council tax band for HMOs

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The Welsh Government has confirmed that landlords, not tenants, will remain liable for council tax in HMOs.

Big council gives green light to two licensing schemes

Croydon Council has promised to conduct more housing inspections under its new selective and additional licensing schemes.

Big council gives green light to two licensing schemes

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Croydon Council has promised to conduct more housing inspections under its new selective and additional licensing schemes.

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Big council gives green light to two licensing schemes

Big council gives green light to two licensing schemes

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Croydon Council has promised to conduct more housing inspections under its new selective and additional licensing schemes.

Middle East conflict is freezing the UK commercial property market 

Uncertainty pervades the commercial property market as investors put decisions on hold…

Middle East conflict is freezing the UK commercial property market 

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Uncertainty pervades the commercial property market as investors put decisions on hold…

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Middle East conflict is freezing the UK commercial property market 

Middle East conflict is freezing the UK commercial property market 

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Uncertainty pervades the commercial property market as investors put decisions on hold…

Council demolishes shocking unsafe makeshift homes

Council workers have knocked down makeshift buildings that were being rented out with dodgy electrics and no proper bathroom or toilet.

Council demolishes shocking unsafe makeshift homes

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Council workers have knocked down makeshift buildings that were being rented out with dodgy electrics and no proper bathroom or toilet.

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Council demolishes shocking unsafe makeshift homes

Council demolishes shocking unsafe makeshift homes

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Council workers have knocked down makeshift buildings that were being rented out with dodgy electrics and no proper bathroom or toilet.

Check your email for council notices, landlords warned

A property lawyer has warned landlords to check their spam email to ensure they don’t miss council notices after two significant court cases.

Check your email for council notices, landlords warned

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A property lawyer has warned landlords to check their spam email to ensure they don’t miss council notices after two significant court cases.

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Check your email for council notices, landlords warned

Check your email for council notices, landlords warned

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A property lawyer has warned landlords to check their spam email to ensure they don’t miss council notices after two significant court cases.

Veteran landlord vows to help solve rent arrears dilemma

Landlord Alwin Oliver has vowed to work towards finding solutions to homelessness and helping landlords prevent rent arrears.

Veteran landlord vows to help solve rent arrears dilemma

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Landlord Alwin Oliver has vowed to work towards finding solutions to homelessness and helping landlords prevent rent arrears.

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Veteran landlord vows to help solve rent arrears dilemma

Veteran landlord vows to help solve rent arrears dilemma

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Landlord Alwin Oliver has vowed to work towards finding solutions to homelessness and helping landlords prevent rent arrears.

London renters get cash boost to target 'dodgy' landlords

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a new Renters’ Rights Enforcement Fund to help renters defend their rights from 1st May.

London renters get cash boost to target 'dodgy' landlords

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London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a new Renters’ Rights Enforcement Fund to help renters defend their rights from 1st May.

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London renters get cash boost to target 'dodgy' landlords

London renters get cash boost to target 'dodgy' landlords

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London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced a new Renters’ Rights Enforcement Fund to help renters defend their rights from 1st May.

First landlords begin to trial PRS Database

Landlords in Oxford have been picked to help the government trial its new PRS Database, set to launch later this year.

First landlords begin to trial PRS Database

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Landlords in Oxford have been picked to help the government trial its new PRS Database, set to launch later this year.

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First landlords begin to trial PRS Database

First landlords begin to trial PRS Database

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Landlords in Oxford have been picked to help the government trial its new PRS Database, set to launch later this year.

MPs urge minister to include short lets in levy scheme

MPs have disagreed over whether short let owners should have to collect a visitor levy under plans being drawn up for English councils.

MPs urge minister to include short lets in levy scheme

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MPs have disagreed over whether short let owners should have to collect a visitor levy under plans being drawn up for English councils.

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MPs urge minister to include short lets in levy scheme

MPs urge minister to include short lets in levy scheme

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MPs have disagreed over whether short let owners should have to collect a visitor levy under plans being drawn up for English councils.

Light industrial property – a standout rental opportunity 

For years, buy-to-let has dominated the small-scale private investor landscape, but light industrial property is a viable alternative

Light industrial property – a standout rental opportunity 

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For years, buy-to-let has dominated the small-scale private investor landscape, but light industrial property is a viable alternative

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Light industrial property – a standout rental opportunity 

Light industrial property – a standout rental opportunity 

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For years, buy-to-let has dominated the small-scale private investor landscape, but light industrial property is a viable alternative

Landlord feedback wanted on paying for PRS green upgrades

The government wants landlords' views on funding options for energy efficiency improvements under its Warm Homes Fund.

Landlord feedback wanted on paying for PRS green upgrades

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The government wants landlords' views on funding options for energy efficiency improvements under its Warm Homes Fund.

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Landlord feedback wanted on paying for PRS green upgrades

Landlord feedback wanted on paying for PRS green upgrades

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The government wants landlords' views on funding options for energy efficiency improvements under its Warm Homes Fund.

Agents spread the word about banishing mould

Property agents in Yorkshire have joined a push to help landlords and tenants understand the causes of damp and mould.

Agents spread the word about banishing mould

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Property agents in Yorkshire have joined a push to help landlords and tenants understand the causes of damp and mould.

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Agents spread the word about banishing mould

Agents spread the word about banishing mould

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Property agents in Yorkshire have joined a push to help landlords and tenants understand the causes of damp and mould.

Buy-to-let investors shift focus to North

Northern England now accounts for a larger share of landlord house purchases than London and the South.

Buy-to-let investors shift focus to North

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Northern England now accounts for a larger share of landlord house purchases than London and the South.

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Buy-to-let investors shift focus to North

Buy-to-let investors shift focus to North

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Northern England now accounts for a larger share of landlord house purchases than London and the South.

Risk fears and rental reforms drive tougher tenant criteria

One in three agents (32%) report that more landlords routinely request guarantors than 12 months ago, new research reveals.

Risk fears and rental reforms drive tougher tenant criteria

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One in three agents (32%) report that more landlords routinely request guarantors than 12 months ago, new research reveals.

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Risk fears and rental reforms drive tougher tenant criteria

Risk fears and rental reforms drive tougher tenant criteria

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One in three agents (32%) report that more landlords routinely request guarantors than 12 months ago, new research reveals.

Large South East council poised to launch two licensing schemes

Medway Council aims to introduce selective and additional licensing schemes to clamp down on problem rented properties.

Large South East council poised to launch two licensing schemes

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Medway Council aims to introduce selective and additional licensing schemes to clamp down on problem rented properties.

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Large South East council poised to launch two licensing schemes

Large South East council poised to launch two licensing schemes

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Medway Council aims to introduce selective and additional licensing schemes to clamp down on problem rented properties.

Agents urged to avoid confusion over information sheet

A property expert has warned that confusion could arise over who is responsible for handing tenants the new information sheet.

Agents urged to avoid confusion over information sheet

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A property expert has warned that confusion could arise over who is responsible for handing tenants the new information sheet.

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Agents urged to avoid confusion over information sheet

Agents urged to avoid confusion over information sheet

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A property expert has warned that confusion could arise over who is responsible for handing tenants the new information sheet.

Tenants' rights campaigner quits top role

Campaigning tenant group Generation Rent is looking for a new chief executive after Ben Twomey announced he would quit the role in July.

Tenants' rights campaigner quits top role

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Campaigning tenant group Generation Rent is looking for a new chief executive after Ben Twomey announced he would quit the role in July.

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Tenants' rights campaigner quits top role

Tenants' rights campaigner quits top role

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Campaigning tenant group Generation Rent is looking for a new chief executive after Ben Twomey announced he would quit the role in July.

Landlords get advanced notice about new tenancy forms

The government has published drafts of the new forms for tenancy processes that need to be used under the Renters’ Rights Act.

Landlords get advanced notice about new tenancy forms

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The government has published drafts of the new forms for tenancy processes that need to be used under the Renters’ Rights Act.

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Landlords get advanced notice about new tenancy forms

Landlords get advanced notice about new tenancy forms

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The government has published drafts of the new forms for tenancy processes that need to be used under the Renters’ Rights Act.

Landlord made 'unreasonable demands' on tenants in unlicensed flat

A landlord who sent tenants “brash and overbearing” messages has been told to pay them back more than £10,000.

Landlord made 'unreasonable demands' on tenants in unlicensed flat

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A landlord who sent tenants “brash and overbearing” messages has been told to pay them back more than £10,000.

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Landlord made 'unreasonable demands' on tenants in unlicensed flat

Landlord made 'unreasonable demands' on tenants in unlicensed flat

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A landlord who sent tenants “brash and overbearing” messages has been told to pay them back more than £10,000.

Why buy-to-let is still an opportunity for some, but only for the prepared

Investors’ Chronicle declares buy-to-let, still an investment opportunity for the serious landlord

Why buy-to-let is still an opportunity for some, but only for the prepared

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Investors’ Chronicle declares buy-to-let, still an investment opportunity for the serious landlord

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Why buy-to-let is still an opportunity for some, but only for the prepared

Why buy-to-let is still an opportunity for some, but only for the prepared

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Investors’ Chronicle declares buy-to-let, still an investment opportunity for the serious landlord

Scores of Blackpool landlords fail to license properties

Nearly half the properties covered by Blackpool’s selective licensing scheme have failed to get a licence since it launched almost a year ago.

Scores of Blackpool landlords fail to license properties

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Nearly half the properties covered by Blackpool’s selective licensing scheme have failed to get a licence since it launched almost a year ago.

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Scores of Blackpool landlords fail to license properties

Scores of Blackpool landlords fail to license properties

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Nearly half the properties covered by Blackpool’s selective licensing scheme have failed to get a licence since it launched almost a year ago.

Tenants will pay reduced fee to challenge rent increases

Tenants will be asked to pay £47 to challenge a Section 13 rent increase through the First Tier Property Tribunal, the government has announced.

Tenants will pay reduced fee to challenge rent increases

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Tenants will be asked to pay £47 to challenge a Section 13 rent increase through the First Tier Property Tribunal, the government has announced.

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Tenants will pay reduced fee to challenge rent increases

Tenants will pay reduced fee to challenge rent increases

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Tenants will be asked to pay £47 to challenge a Section 13 rent increase through the First Tier Property Tribunal, the government has announced.

Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year

Prime-area landlords are selling fast using the RRR formula right property, price and location, unlocking stronger offers despite market challenges.

Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year

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Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year

Landlord properties in “prime areas” are selling faster than last year

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Prime-area landlords are selling fast using the RRR formula right property, price and location, unlocking stronger offers despite market challenges.

Government publishes vital landlord Information Sheet

The government has published the Information Sheet which landlords must give to tenants by 31st May or face a potential £7,000 fine.

Government publishes vital landlord Information Sheet

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The government has published the Information Sheet which landlords must give to tenants by 31st May or face a potential £7,000 fine.

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Government publishes vital landlord Information Sheet

Government publishes vital landlord Information Sheet

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The government has published the Information Sheet which landlords must give to tenants by 31st May or face a potential £7,000 fine.

The unintended consequences hitting the private rented sector as the Section 21 ban approaches

Section 21 ban drives landlord exits, tenant uncertainty and rising rents as courts face pressure and supply tightens

The unintended consequences hitting the private rented sector as the Section 21 ban approaches

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Section 21 ban drives landlord exits, tenant uncertainty and rising rents as courts face pressure and supply tightens

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The unintended consequences hitting the private rented sector as the Section 21 ban approaches

The unintended consequences hitting the private rented sector as the Section 21 ban approaches

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Section 21 ban drives landlord exits, tenant uncertainty and rising rents as courts face pressure and supply tightens

Government reminds landlords to be Renters' Rights Act ready

The government has stepped up its information campaign to make sure landlords prepare for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act.

Government reminds landlords to be Renters' Rights Act ready

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The government has stepped up its information campaign to make sure landlords prepare for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act.

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Government reminds landlords to be Renters' Rights Act ready

Government reminds landlords to be Renters' Rights Act ready

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The government has stepped up its information campaign to make sure landlords prepare for the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act.

LATEST: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%

The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% amid increases in global energy prices due to the Middle East conflict.

LATEST: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%

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The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% amid increases in global energy prices due to the Middle East conflict.

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LATEST: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%

LATEST: Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75%

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The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75% amid increases in global energy prices due to the Middle East conflict.

Welsh short-let owners face more red tape

Landlords in Wales will soon need a licence for their short-let properties after the Senedd passed a Bill to improve visitor accommodation.

Welsh short-let owners face more red tape

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Landlords in Wales will soon need a licence for their short-let properties after the Senedd passed a Bill to improve visitor accommodation.

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Welsh short-let owners face more red tape

Welsh short-let owners face more red tape

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Landlords in Wales will soon need a licence for their short-let properties after the Senedd passed a Bill to improve visitor accommodation.

The property guru trap

Tom Entwistle comments on how training providers are selling dreams and simply delivering debt. He gives some personal advice for novice investors

The property guru trap

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Tom Entwistle comments on how training providers are selling dreams and simply delivering debt. He gives some personal advice for novice investors

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The property guru trap

The property guru trap

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Tom Entwistle comments on how training providers are selling dreams and simply delivering debt. He gives some personal advice for novice investors

Rising CCJs highlight tenant credit risks

Rising CCJs signal ongoing financial strain, increasing tenant credit risk and making careful landlord screening more important.

Rising CCJs highlight tenant credit risks

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Rising CCJs signal ongoing financial strain, increasing tenant credit risk and making careful landlord screening more important.

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Rising CCJs highlight tenant credit risks

Rising CCJs highlight tenant credit risks

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Rising CCJs signal ongoing financial strain, increasing tenant credit risk and making careful landlord screening more important.

Landlord who housed baby in unheated outhouse fined £92,000

A rogue landlord has been handed a whopping £92,000 fine for renting out an unheated outhouse to a couple with a four-month-old baby.

Landlord who housed baby in unheated outhouse fined £92,000

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A rogue landlord has been handed a whopping £92,000 fine for renting out an unheated outhouse to a couple with a four-month-old baby.

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Landlord who housed baby in unheated outhouse fined £92,000

Landlord who housed baby in unheated outhouse fined £92,000

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A rogue landlord has been handed a whopping £92,000 fine for renting out an unheated outhouse to a couple with a four-month-old baby.

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The hidden cost of a letting agent’s deposit admin error

The hidden cost of a letting agent’s deposit admin error

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Landlord wins compensation after letting agent failed to protect tenant deposit, exposing how “administrative errors” can trigger serious legal breach

Councils, evictions and a system under strain - landlords cannot be the default safety net

Councils, evictions and a system under strain - landlords cannot be the default safety net

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Councils are relying on landlords as a safety net in housing crisis, worsening evictions, costs, and conflict for all sides.

Do you have an HMO without knowing it?

Do you have an HMO without knowing it?

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Or do you know you have an HMO and don’t know the rules? You need to be aware of your obligations now...

Minister insists good landlords shouldn't fear historic reforms

Minister insists good landlords shouldn't fear historic reforms

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Housing minister Matthew Pennycook has reassured responsible landlords that they have nothing to fear from upcoming rental reforms.

Supported accommodation providers to face tougher regulation

Supported accommodation providers to face tougher regulation

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The government has vowed to crack down on poor-quality supported housing by introducing a national licensing scheme.

Rogue landlord who threatened 'terrified' tenant avoids jail

Rogue landlord who threatened 'terrified' tenant avoids jail

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A rogue landlord who bombarded her tenant with threatening messages has been given a suspended prison sentence.

Government moves to avoid stamp duty confusion

Government moves to avoid stamp duty confusion

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The government has pledged that scores of tenants won’t have to start paying stamp duty due to changes in the Renters’ Rights Act.

Scottish landlords demand PRS focus to tackle housing crisis

Scottish landlords demand PRS focus to tackle housing crisis

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Scottish landlords have urged the country’s next government to come up with a dedicated PRS strategy.

Tory housing minister handed eviction notice

Tory housing minister handed eviction notice

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Shadow housing secretary James Cleverly has been handed an eviction notice from his landlord, who is selling his rental property.

SHOUT OUT: Landlords with rent-to-rent experience to help in landmark case

SHOUT OUT: Landlords with rent-to-rent experience to help in landmark case

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The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA ) wants to hear from landlords who have let property on a rent-to-rent basis so it can contribute to a high-profile case at the Supreme Court. It believes the outcome of the upcoming Rakusen v Jepsen appe

Rogue letting agent jailed after ripping off landlords in shocking case

Rogue letting agent jailed after ripping off landlords in shocking case

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A letting agency boss in the West Midlands has been jailed for two years and four months after ripping off landlords and tenants who used his firm. Bhavander Singh Sanghera , of Jesson Road, Walsall ran EBS Properties Ltd trading as Martin & Co Wolverha

NEW: Huge reform of estate agency firms STILL being considered four years on

NEW: Huge reform of estate agency firms STILL being considered four years on

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The government has confirmed it is still deliberating whether to bring in property agency qualifications and minimum standards in the sector, almost four years after the Regulation of Property Agents (RoPA) published its recommendations. RoPAs report outlined proposals back i

LATEST: Ministers say new PRS Ombudsman must tackle mould complaints

LATEST: Ministers say new PRS Ombudsman must tackle mould complaints

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The Government has announced plans to tackle mould within the private and social housing sectors through updated guidance and iniatives. Announced late on Friday before a midnight deadline set by the Coroner during the inquest looking into the death of toddler Awaab Ishak, the i

Room for optimism in rental market despite agents' gloomy forecast

Room for optimism in rental market despite agents' gloomy forecast

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The majority of letting agents expect to see more landlords leave the market in 2023, against a backdrop of rising arrears and falling https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/december-dip-makes-small-dent-in-rising-house-prices/" house prices . Goodlord reveals tha

Government urged to ban sale of gas boilers within a decade

Government urged to ban sale of gas boilers within a decade

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New and replacement gas boilers should be banned by 2033, two years earlier than current plans, according to the governments net zero tsar. Conservative MP Chris Skidmore believes it should make the decision to decarbonise homes by next year to help the country meet its clima

Alarm as Scottish ministers look to extend rent controls

Alarm as Scottish ministers look to extend rent controls

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The Scottish government has admitted it is considering long-term proposals for rent control after the https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/leading-letting-agent-slams-chaotic-rent-freeze-announcement-in-scotland/" Cost of Living Act has expired. Minister for Te

Secretive landlord ordered to pay �37,000 for exploiting tenants

Secretive landlord ordered to pay �37,000 for exploiting tenants

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A rogue landlord who created false identities and fake letting agencies as part of an elaborate web of misinformation designed to exploit his tenants has been fined �12,000 and ordered to pay �25,000 costs.   Thomas Flight, who owns flats on Portland Square in ht

Landlord deals to come under close scrutiny as cost-of-living rises bite

Landlord deals to come under close scrutiny as cost-of-living rises bite

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Tougher checks on lending to buy-to-let https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/office-blocks-and-high-streets-provide-hope-for-canny-investors/" investors are on the cards after the Bank of England warned it would scrutinise risky areas more heavily due to rising interest ra

Will the last landlord to leave Scotland please turn out lights?

Will the last landlord to leave Scotland please turn out lights?

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Scottish landlords exit amid stringent regulations and taxation; experts warn of worsening housing shortages and increased homelessness risk.

Experts join forces to share knowledge and raise redress standards

Experts join forces to share knowledge and raise redress standards

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The Property Redress Scheme's (PRS) advisory panel has chosen experts from across the sector to join its new member panel. The UKs largest lettings redress scheme, covering more than 13,250 letting agency branches, launched the panels as new, open, and transparent forums to b

Bid to ditch stamp duty benefit for BTL investors thrown out by MPs

Bid to ditch stamp duty benefit for BTL investors thrown out by MPs

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MPs have voted against an amendment to prevent a tax cut from applying to buyers of second and additional homes. During a debate on the Stamp Duty Land Tax (Reduction) Bill, Opposition Treasury Secretary Abena Oppong-Asare said that a clause which increases the threshold for peo

The average UK household will lose over �2,000 in income this year

The average UK household will lose over �2,000 in income this year

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According to a new report just out by the Resolution Foundation (RF), UK households face a torrid time in the coming months in what is going to be the worst cost-of-living crisis in living memory. Its the aftermath of a Covid pandemic that involved massive Government borrowin

Large fall in rent repayment cases as councils also scupper tenants' chances

Large fall in rent repayment cases as councils also scupper tenants' chances

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https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/judge-slams-arrogant-landlord-after-illegal-eviction-of-tenant-during-covid/" Rent Repayment Order (RRO) applications dropped significantly last year as tenants were put off by more restrictive Upper Tribunal and Court of Appeal decisio

Greater Manchester plea to sort out broken housing system

Greater Manchester plea to sort out broken housing system

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Housing groups across Greater https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/latest-manchester-landlords-given-last-chance-to-comment-on-licensing-expansion/" Manchester have urged MPs and local policymakers to step in and protect tenants from eviction, warning that the system is no

Commercial landlords struggle to see return on their investment

Commercial landlords struggle to see return on their investment

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Commercial capital property values fell 13% last year as rising interest rates impacted the sector, with industrial units taking the biggest hit. https://www.cbre.co.uk/" CBRE s monthly figures show values down 3% in December and annual total returns down by

Tenants forking out more for homes as rental price rises bite

Tenants forking out more for homes as rental price rises bite

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Private renters are facing an increase in housing costs, with rental price growth at its highest rate in the UK since records began in 2016. About a quarter (26%) of all renters (both private and social) surveyed between 7th and 18th December reported that their rent payments ha

BLOG: Ignoring deposit protection law can ruin some landlords - so seek advice

BLOG: Ignoring deposit protection law can ruin some landlords - so seek advice

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As landlords, we all know there is a wealth of legislation that we need to wrap our heads around to maintain compliance throughout the lifespan of a tenancy. Gas safety, energy efficiency, electrical safety, legionella risk assessments, insurances, prohibited payments, How to Rent, Right to

Landlords can no longer obstruct broadband upgrades

Landlords can no longer obstruct broadband upgrades

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New laws will make it easier for broadband companies to gain access to thousands of https://www.landlordzone.co.uk/news/latest-mps-gives-tenants-new-rights-to-have-high-speed-broadband-kit-installed-in-blocks/" blocks of flats across England and Wales. The Tel

Helping homeless to move on could be right up landlords' street

Helping homeless to move on could be right up landlords' street

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Landlords are being encouraged to donate the addresses of their vacant properties as part of a unique bid to stem homelessness. Dreamt up by architect Chris Hildrey, https://www.proxyaddress.co.uk/" ProxyAddress allows people to securely borrow a stable, donat

December dip makes small dent in rising house prices

December dip makes small dent in rising house prices

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Average house prices fell by -1.5% in December, while the annual growth rate dropped from +4.6% to +2.0%, according to the Halifax House Price Index. A typical property now costs �281,272 - down from �285,425 in November following six months of rapid growth during the firs

Industry finds holes in energy scheme's bid to cut bills

Industry finds holes in energy scheme's bid to cut bills

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Propertymark has voiced fears that the governments ECO plus scheme risks excluding many landlords with low-rated properties. In its response to the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategys consultation into the scheme to help fund home insulation, the indus

Get a move on with PRS reforms, council tells Gove

Get a move on with PRS reforms, council tells Gove

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Cherwell District Council has pressed the government to urgently introduce the long-awaited Renters Reform Bill to help it rebalance the relationship between landlords and tenants. The north Oxfordshire authority has written to Housing Secretary Michael Gove asking him to bring

Business rates revaluation 2023 will hit small retailers hardest

Business rates revaluation 2023 will hit small retailers hardest

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All non-domestic properties usually have their business property Rateable Value (RV) revalued every five years by the Valuation Office Agency. The next revaluation is due to take place on 1 April 2023. What is Rateable Value? The value is determined by the Valuation

Modest drop in rental costs heralds busy start to the year

Modest drop in rental costs heralds busy start to the year

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The average cost of rent fell slightly during December, dropping 1.47% to �1,071, according to the latest Rental Index from https://www.goodlord.co/" Goodlord .<br><br>The South West saw the largest reduction of 2.68% to �1,066 while the only region to see an increase wa