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Section 21 evictions ban will take a long time to be implemented says expert

Section 21 evictions ban will take a long time to be implemented says expert

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Some landlords will be able to continue serving Section 21 notices under the Renters Reform Bill, says one property expert.

Letting agents who ripped off landlords brought to justice

Letting agents who ripped off landlords brought to justice

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A pair who traded fraudulently and defrauded victims out of at least £24,000 through letting and rental scams have been sentenced.

Landlords warned over evictions paperwork ahead of landmark judgement

Landlords warned over evictions paperwork ahead of landmark judgement

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Landlords have been urged to ensure their tenants sign when receiving any important documents ahead of a key court ruling.

Only half of councils bother to collect rogue landlord fines

Only half of councils bother to collect rogue landlord fines

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Less than half the fines levied against rogue landlords have been collected by local authorities, according to new figures.

Jersey landlords fume at licence scheme 'fudge'

Jersey landlords fume at licence scheme 'fudge'

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The Jersey Landlords’ Association has slammed the “disorderly” roll-out of the Island's new property licence scheme.

Victory for landlord leaseholders in landmark case

Victory for landlord leaseholders in landmark case

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Grey GR has been ordered to fix serious building safety issues at Stevenage’s Vista Tower following a long-running dispute.

Tenants to be given right to live with more than one pet

Tenants to be given right to live with more than one pet

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The government has promised to clarify guidance outlining that tenants can soon request to keep more than one pet.

Landlords have longer to wait for mortgage rate cuts

Landlords have longer to wait for mortgage rate cuts

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The Bank of England has left UK interest rates on hold at 5.25% for the sixth time in a row, delaying any reduction in mortgage rates.

Lancashire borough bids to bring back licensing and raise standards

Lancashire borough bids to bring back licensing and raise standards

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Blackburn with Darwen Council is consulting on a new selective licensing scheme on the edge of its town centre.

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Concerns raised about whether new planning reforms go far enough to address housing shortage

Concerns raised about whether new planning reforms go far enough to address housing shortage

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Concerns about whether new planning reforms go far enough to address the country’s housing shortage have been raised by estate agents.

Labour pressured to remove guarantor rights for landlords

Labour pressured to remove guarantor rights for landlords

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Homelessness charities are requesting amendments to the Renters’ Rights Bill that would severely limit landlords’ right to use guarantor agreements

Inflation dips to 2.8%, boosting hopes of interest rate cuts

Inflation dips to 2.8%, boosting hopes of interest rate cuts

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Inflation has dipped, boosting mortgage borrowers’ hopes of more interest rate cuts.

Average asking rents have risen to £557 a week, new Foxton figures have revealed.

Average asking rents have risen to £557 a week, new Foxton figures have revealed.

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Average asking rents have risen to £557 a week, new Foxton figures have revealed.

Flat sales stall amid lack of meaningful progress on unsafe cladding repairs, estate agents warn

Flat sales stall amid lack of meaningful progress on unsafe cladding repairs, estate agents warn

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Many flat sales are stalling due to a lack of meaningful progress on unsafe cladding repairs, estate agents have warned.

Landlords invited to boost business at training day

Landlords invited to boost business at training day

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Landlords are being invited to a “five-star training day” to help them navigate the biggest changes in the rental market for 30 years.

Single-Family Housing market attracts attention amid surge in demand

Single-Family Housing market attracts attention amid surge in demand

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Investors are targeting the Single-Family Housing (SFH) market as the booming sector aims to help fill the PRS shortfall.

Landlord fails in bid to increase tenant’s rent, tribunal rules

Landlord fails in bid to increase tenant’s rent, tribunal rules

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A landlord company has failed in its bid to increase a tenant’s rent by 25% after a First Tier Property Tribunal heard that poor standards would lower the market rent.

NRLA on the road: New events programme to bring the association to you

NRLA on the road: New events programme to bring the association to you

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The NRLA is hosting free "On Tour" events across England and Wales, offering expert advice on upcoming legislation. The first live Listen Up Landlords podcast will also be recorded to mark the NRLA's fifth anniversary. Details for the annual conference will be announced soon.

As if landlords don’t have enough to worry about – here’s another risk...

As if landlords don’t have enough to worry about – here’s another risk...

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There’s an issue with the safe disposal of Vapes - disposal in normal household bins has been identified as a fire risk

Landlord fined £43K for renting rodent-infested flats and blaming tenants for disrepair

Landlord fined £43K for renting rodent-infested flats and blaming tenants for disrepair

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A landlord has been fined more than £43,000 for renting unsafe and rodent-infested flats - but blamed tenants for the disrepair.

Growing appeal of commercial property among landlords

Growing appeal of commercial property among landlords

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Growing numbers of landlords are moving into commercial property amid fears that the residential market is too challenging.

Landlords to be fined if their tenants don’t keep their rubbish under control, warns council

Landlords to be fined if their tenants don’t keep their rubbish under control, warns council

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Sefton Council has threatened to get tough on private landlords if they don’t help tenants keep their rubbish under control.

Landlords less likely to win appeals again improvements notices after tribunal ruling

Landlords less likely to win appeals again improvements notices after tribunal ruling

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Landlords are less likely to win their appeal against an improvement notice following an Upper Tribunal ruling.

Renters’ Rights bill “won’t impact landlords’ profits”, insists tenant referencing firm

Renters’ Rights bill “won’t impact landlords’ profits”, insists tenant referencing firm

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The Renters’ Rights Bill won’t impact private landlords’ profits or slow rising rents, according to tenant referencing company FCC Paragon.

Landlord ordered to pay £11K in fines and costs after misleading tenants

Landlord ordered to pay £11K in fines and costs after misleading tenants

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A landlord who hoodwinked her student tenants into paying higher deposits has been ordered to pay more than £11,000 in fines and costs.

Average monthly rents in Britain increase to £1,332, official figures reveal

Average monthly rents in Britain increase to £1,332, official figures reveal

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The average rent in Britain increased by 7.7% to £1,332 in the 12 months to March this year, official figures have revealed.

Inflation fall prompts hopes of an interest rate cut

Inflation fall prompts hopes of an interest rate cut

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A drop in the UK inflation rate has sparked hopes that it could prompt a cut in interest rates next month amid the threat of economic uncertainty.

Rental sector risks being saddled with unworkable reforms, NRLA warns

Rental sector risks being saddled with unworkable reforms, NRLA warns

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The rental sector risks being saddled with unworkable reforms unless the Government backs amendments proposed by peers, the NRLA has warned.

Increasing number of landlords are selling up ahead of the Renters' Rights Bill, new data suggests

Increasing number of landlords are selling up ahead of the Renters' Rights Bill, new data suggests

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An increasing number of properties are being sold by landlords, new databy TwentyEA reveals.

Renting with pets – the rules are changing

Renting with pets – the rules are changing

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Labour have vowed to make it easier for tenants to rent with pets - The Renters’ Rights Bill will give tenants greater pets rights

Landlord groups still have pulling power despite smaller players quitting the market

Landlord groups still have pulling power despite smaller players quitting the market

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Landlord groups continue to have pulling power despite a backdrop of smaller players quitting the market, insists the founder of GB Landlords.

Landlords could charge a premium on HMO rooms based on this single service

Landlords could charge a premium on HMO rooms based on this single service

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Landlords could charge a premium on HMO rooms by helping to ensure tenants will get on with their housemates, a new survey reveals.

Landbay is latest buy-to-let lender to cut rates in wake of Trump’s tariffs

Landbay is latest buy-to-let lender to cut rates in wake of Trump’s tariffs

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Landbay has become the latest buy-to-let lender to reduce rates in the wake of President Trump’s Liberation Day tariffs.

Properties for sale typically spend a month on the market

Properties for sale typically spend a month on the market

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Properties for sale in England and Wales spend just over a month on the market on average, new data reveals.

Guaranteed Rent provider teams up with accreditation scheme LLAS

Guaranteed Rent provider teams up with accreditation scheme LLAS

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London Landlord Accreditation Scheme (LLAS) and guaranteed rent provider Elliot Leigh have teamed up to raise standards and improve landlord support across the PRS.

Younger tenants unlike to support great regulation even though it would enhance their rights

Younger tenants unlike to support great regulation even though it would enhance their rights

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Younger renters are less likely to support greater regulation of the sector that would enhance their rights despite widespread anxiety around their housing situation.

Renters’ Rights Bill could be delayed until the autumn as unelected peers' financial interests are revealed

Renters’ Rights Bill could be delayed until the autumn as unelected peers' financial interests are revealed

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Tenant groups voice concerns that a group of peers with ties to the property sector are trying to delay the Renters’ Rights Bill and get concessions from the Government.

Average asking prices rise to more than £5,000 this month to £377,182, says Rightmove

Average asking prices rise to more than £5,000 this month to £377,182, says Rightmove

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The typical asking price of a property for sale has risen more than £5,000 this month to £377,182, new data reveals.

Behind every lease, a hidden risk: The rise of subletting scams

Behind every lease, a hidden risk: The rise of subletting scams

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Unauthorized subletting is on the rise, leaving landlords exposed to financial loss and legal issues. Tools like Title Guardian can help monitor properties and alert landlords to suspicious activity. Stay informed and protect your investments.

Will Trump’s tariffs lead to interest rate cuts for borrowers – or will inflation rein them in?

Will Trump’s tariffs lead to interest rate cuts for borrowers – or will inflation rein them in?

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Questions have been raised about whether Trump’s tariffs will be a help or a hindrance to landlords.

Demand for property in Bedford expected to rise following Universal theme park announcement

Demand for property in Bedford expected to rise following Universal theme park announcement

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Rightmove said searches for properties for sale rose sharply on Wednesday following the announcement that a Universal theme park would be built in the area.

Typical price of renting a luxury home edges upwards

Typical price of renting a luxury home edges upwards

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The typical price of renting a luxury property edged up marginally at the beginning of this year, new figures suggest.

Converting commercial property to residential use

Converting commercial property to residential use

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Commercial to residential conversions are creating lots of new investment opportunities for landlords / developers