It is National Dog Day tomorrow – 26th August – which is the perfect time to celebrate our four-legged companions and reflect on what the proposed changes announced in the Rental Reform Bill could mean for dog lovers.
Pets in Lets: Celebrating National Dog Day Read More »
Bills included has become one of the most searched terms from tenants following the cost of living increase, however landlords are moving away from including bills in the Tenancy Agreement. But why? In this weeks blog we look at why landlords are staying away from the idea, and if landlords are including bills the things they need to look out for.
Utility bills: who is liable to pay? Read More »
Gaining possession consists of multiple stages but for those who reach the final step, it means it is time to enforce a possession order via a bailiff appointment or high court enforcement officer. But which option is better? In this weeks blog we look at the difference between a bailiff and a high court enforcement officer and what the benefits of each of the services are.
County Court Bailiff or High Court Enforcement? Read More »
For tenancies where a landlord or letting agent hasn’t opted for a Rent Protection product, then it isn’t unusual for a legal team to be instructed to recover a debt from a tenant who has defaulted on their rent. In this blog we look at why Settlement Agreements shouldn’t be overlooked with an example of a recent case study from Woodstock Legal Services.
Why Settlement Agreements Matter Read More »
We look at the three grounds that are typically used to evict a tenant who is in arrears that are served alongside a Section 8. We also discuss how this may change with the proposed Rental Reform.
Serving Section 8 Notices: How Much Do the Arrears Need to Be? Read More »
From the 1st August the new Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service (HLPAS) commenced in England and Wales providing legal advice on housing, debt, welfare and more. This is a free service for tenants who are going to loose their home. But why could this be concerning for landlords?
Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service – New free service for tenants Read More »
This week’s blog unveils the core of Section 156, reshaping fire safety and landlords’ roles. So how can you support landlords with the changes? First it is understanding what those changes are! Don’t worry – we have you covered…
Happy International Cat Day! To celebrate our feline friends, we share our top reasons why renters should have the right to request a pet in their rental property.
Pets in Rental Properties: Celebrating International Cat Day Read More »
Learn about the key costs to consider as a landlord. From additional mortgage expenses to legal fees for eviction, gain valuable insights to make informed decisions in your property investment journey.
Navigating the Costs and Challenges of Becoming a Landlord Read More »
Unfortunately, we can at times find ourselves in the difficult situation where a loved one has passed and left us to deal with their affairs. In this weeks blog we look at what an executors responsibilities are when gaining possession of the property, and their rights when a tenant is in the property.
What do you need to ensure you can get Possession of a Deceased Relative’s Property? Read More »
