To prevent homelessness and keep the cost of living affordable, rent controls can be used to limit the amount that a landlord can charge. However, that comes with its challenges.
Labour and the U-turn on rent controls Read More »
After the Deregulation Act 2015 came into effect, the biggest defence in possession claims has been the key documents not being received. So, this week we talk through what these documents are, what they need to include and how to issue them.
The Deregulation Act 2015: Essential Knowledge for Landlords on Section 21 Evictions Read More »
Mortgage interest rates are going up, however landlords can’t simply just put the rent up. So what are the rules and regulations?
Navigating Rent Increases: Rules and Considerations for Landlords and Letting Agent Read More »
Gaining possession of a property involves several stages and procedures that must be followed. The process can be divided into three main steps: giving notice, court proceedings, and enforcement. It is important for Letting Agents and Landlords to understand what they involve and how long they may take.
How long does it take to gain possession? Read More »
With Rental Reform planning to move all tenants onto a single system of periodic tenancies, we look at how this will give tenants more flexibility but cause landlords concern.
The Implications of Periodic Tenancies: Balancing Tenant Security and Landlord Concerns Read More »
In this blog, we will walk you through each stage of the possession journey, shedding light on the time frames and procedures involved.
How long does it take to gain possession? Read More »
Dealing with Improvement Notices can be daunting for landlords, so what happens if they are served and how does this affect regaining possession?
Understanding Improvement Notices: Impact on Landlords and Possession Proceedings Read More »
The whole industry has been following the Rental Reform bill, trying to understand how to talk to their landlords and tenants about the changes. In this week’s blog we are focusing on the timeline of the bill and our predictions on how it will move forward.
When a possession order is granted landlords expect their property back quickly. However, with bailiff waiting times up to several months we look at the alternate solution.