by peter littlewood | Sep 21, 2023 | Licensing
An agent in Enfield has been fined over £10,000 for not licensing in a Selective Licence area. Gracechurch Property Services was ordered to pay a £7,500 fine and £1,299 in costs with an additional £2,000 victim surcharge – a total of £10,799 – during a recent...
by peter littlewood | Sep 18, 2023 | Licensing
Wandsworth Council in London is seeking to introduce additional licensing for HMO’s of 3, or 4 occupants, as well as new selective licensing scheme. The proposed selective scheme covers an estimated 8,600 properties in Tooting Bec, Tooting Broadway and...
by peter littlewood | Sep 18, 2023 | Tax & Other Financial
Under the heading ‘Need to Know: A tale of two housing markets’ the Financial Times has examined why property prices are falling in the UK and rising in the US. The article can be read here (subscription may be necessary) and believes ‘Part of the...
by peter littlewood | Sep 18, 2023 | Industry News
Writing in Landlord Today, Richard O’Neill, Regional Lettings Director, Romans Estate Agents has examined the case for HMO's, concluding 'As with any buy-to-let, investing in HMOs is a marathon, not a sprint, so view it as a long-term investment and make sure you plan...
by peter littlewood | Sep 18, 2023 | Industry News
The National Association of Property Buyers has backed Newham Council, which has allocated an initial £20m to a preventative scheme, which aims to allow renters to stay in their homes rather than becoming a further drain on services. Newham expects to buy up to 44...
