Minimum Energy Performance of Buildings Bill – 2nd Reading Dealyed
The 2nd reading of the Minimum Energy Performance of Buildings Bill has been delayed from 18th March to the 6th May 2022.
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by Patrick Garratt - 25th April 2022 Property Investors Blog - Market News
by Patrick Garratt - 25th April 2022 
What does levelling up mean for landlords?
Levelling Up Secretary, Michael Gove, published the government's Levelling Up White Paper on 2nd February 2022. In amongst the wide ranging policies which are designed to 'close the gap between rich and the poor' there are three key proposals which will affect the private rented sector.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 28th February 2022 
Next Steps for Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES)
There has recently been some mixed reporting over the potential requirements for rented properties to meet a minimum EPC rating of C so we've gathered some information to clarify the situation.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 1st February 2022 Will Rishi Sunak increase capital gains tax?
It is widely expected that Rishi Sunak will include an increase in capital gains tax (CGT), in his Spring Budget (3rd March 2021).
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 28th February 2021 Mortgage guarantee scheme set to help buyers with 5% deposits
In a further attempt to stimulate the housing market, Rishi Sunak will announce a mortgage guarantee scheme to help first time buyers purchase a property with just a 5% deposit.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 28th February 2021 Stamp Duty Holiday Extension – Update
Chancellor, Rishi Sunak is reportedly about to announce a three month extension to the Stamp Duty Holiday which could cost the Treasury£1.75bn in lost revenue.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 25th February 2021 Debt Respite Scheme
From 4 May 2021, the Debt Respite Scheme (Breathing Space) will give someone in problem debt the right to legal protections from creditor action. Find out what this means for landlords.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 31st January 2021 Pet friendly Model Tenancy released by UK government
The government publish a Model Tenancy Agreement which can be used in the private rented sector where an assured shorthold tenancy is being entered into.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 31st January 2021 Stamp Duty Holiday due to end 31st March 2021
The Stamp Duty holiday is due to end on 31st March 2021. Have your say and respond to a .gov petition if you think the Chancellor should extend it.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 18th January 2021 
FREE Compliance Checklist
Our managed clients don't need to worry about compliance, it's our job to look after that for you.
But, if you manage your properties yourself, are you sure that you are complying with all currently legislation and regulations?
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 18th December 2020