How Hardship Tests for Tenants Might Affect UK Rentals
The concept of hardship tests for tenants has been suggested by new Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook. The idea from the Labour...
Pros and Cons of Buying a Property with Sitting Tenants: A Guide for Landlords
Choosing whether to buy a property with sitting tenants can be a tough decision. It offers immediate rental income and potential cost...
How to Protect a Rental Property From Fire
Find out how to protect a rental property from fire with this handy guide that landlords can use.
Should We Have 24-Hour-a-Day Landlord Requirements?
The High Court has ruled that landlords of houses in multiple occupation (HMO) in Belfast must be on call 24 hours a day. The ruling...
Could We See Rent Control in the UK?
The Scottish Government has issued a consultation on a set of new measures it says will “improve the lives of Scotland’s tenants.” Among...
Changes in Tax for Landlords and All You Need to Know in 2022
As we enter a new year, it often means new rules and challenges on the horizon. This is why we have put together this list of what...
Tips and Hints That New Landlords Need to Know
If your plans for 2022 involve becoming a new landlord, there are a whole host of things that you need to know before you take the...
The Fire Safety Act 2021 - What Do Landlords and Letting Agents Need to Know?
The UK Parliament has passed the Fire Safety Act 2021, which aims to amend and clarify certain sections of the Regulatory Reform (Fire...
Is it Time For a Rogue Tenant Register?
Industry website LandlordZONE has called for the problem of rogue tenants to be addressed in a similar way to that of rogue landlords....
Will There be a Mandatory Property Redress Scheme for UK Landlords?
The government has dropped its biggest hint yet that a mandatory property redress scheme for UK landlords is on the way. Currently, all...
