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It was announced recently that the Government have released a new consultation which proposes amending the energy efficiency regulations for the PRS (private rented properties) in England and Wales.
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by Patrick Garratt - 2nd October 2020
Advice for current tenants about paying rent, the potential to end tenancies early, and where they can access financial support.
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by Patrick Garratt - 22nd March 2020
Five-yearly electrical safety checks are on their way. What can landlords with student property expect? Ben Holdnall has read the legislation. Here are his thoughts.
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by Ben Holdnall - 16th January 2020
The consultation on Section 21 notices is now open. There's some hard news for landlords with student property. That's why it's crucial you get involved.
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by Patrick Garratt - 5th August 2019
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- 29th May 2019
The Chancellor's Spring Statement: a quick guide of the bits of interest to landlords and property investors.
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by Patrick Garratt - 14th March 2019
Under proposed laws, landlords will need to prove electrical inspections at their rented properties are carried out by inspectors who are competent and qualified to carry out the task. Our Senior Property Manager, Ben Holdnall, looks at the announcement.
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by Ben Holdnall - 31st January 2019
The Housing Complaints Resolution Service will make it a legal requirement for landlords to join or face a fine of £5,000.
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by Patrick Garratt - 25th January 2019
Deposits will be capped at five weeks' rent, the government has decided. This U-turn on the Tenant Fee Bill goes against their decision from earlier this year.
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by Patrick Garratt - 6th December 2018
A legal fight over minimum bedroom sizes at two Nottingham properties has some interesting implications for landlords with student property.
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- 23rd November 2018