On 20th December 2018 The Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) bill gained Royal Assent. The new law requires both private and social landlords to provide tenants with residential properties that are fit for human habitation.
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by Patrick Garratt - 7th 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.
Read more … 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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A new petition offers a practical and radical approach to lobbying Parliament about new legislation for the private rented sector. The founder of Property118 wants landlords to take action and has a plan to help.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 21st August 2018 
A huge shake up of Nottingham's private rental sector is only weeks away. Landlords need to start applying for licences for their properties in selected areas of the city. Where are the areas and what information do you need? Our Nottingham Branch Manager Becki has some answers.
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How many rental properties are licensed will change on 1st October. The government has published a guide in preparation for this date, It offers advice what will change and how these changes will be policed by the local authorities.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 22nd June 2018 
The tenant fees bill, which will ban letting agents and landlords from charging tenants unnecessary fees, is one step closer to law. Managing Director, Patrick Garratt, looks at what this means for landlords.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 3rd May 2018 
The Home Office has updated its advice for landlords on the Right to Rent law, in response to the 'Windrush' scandal.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 27th April 2018 
The select committee that is reviewing how the private committee has called for much harsher penalties for landlords who abuse their position. Managing Director, Patrick Garratt, looks through the announcement.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 19th April 2018 
The HSE announces new flexibility for renewing gas safety certification for rental properties. Managing Director, Patrick Garratt, takes a detailed look at the Health and Safety Executive's new guidance.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 8th April 2018 