We have been reminded that the rules regarding EICRs on rental property are not that straight forward. Whilst electricians state they are able to carry out an EICR, they must be registered with the web site https://electricalcompetentperson.co.uk/ ...

Bath & North East Somerset council has implemented significant increases in charges for landlords who fail to meet required standards for their private rented homes. The fee for serving a formal Improvement Notice, aimed at addressing health...

The Government introduced new legislation in November 2023, to commence December 1st 2023. This was regarding changes to the way Council Tax is charged in HMOs (House of Multiple Occupation). This legislation can be seen here, and was in two parts:...

Government Plans for Universal Credit: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) plans to tighten the universal credit regime to drive people into work. People with disabilities and mental health conditions could face benefit sanctions if they do...

The Times has run an article by Melissa York which claims '2024 could be the year buy-to-lets are back. ' The article can be read in full here (subscription may be necessary) and provides insights into the dynamics of the UK buy-to-let market,...

Writing in Property Industry Eye, Paul Smith, executive chairman of Spicerhaart comments on the forthcoming year. The article can be read in full here, and in summary the retrospective and forward-looking analysis provides a comprehensive overview...

Citizens Advice Claims: Citizens Advice charity suggests that private landlords use Section 21 notices to evict tenants who request repairs, describing them as "seemingly retaliatory evictions." The charity claims that landlords issue Section 21...

The Telegraph is running an article stating that many 'accidental landlords' are selling and with estate agent Winkworth said it expected rent increases to slow this year as an increase in supply puts downward pressure on prices. The article can be...

Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) and Its Impact on UK Households: The Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) is a government policy set to launch in April 2024, aiming to enhance energy efficiency in homes to meet carbon emission targets. However,...

Unite Group reported a "strong start" to the 2024/25 sales cycle, with 71% of its rooms reserved, compared to 70% the prior year. "We have been encouraged by particularly strong demand from university partners with 4,000 extra beds reserved...

The Negotiator magazine has published a blog from Allison Thompson, National Lettings Managing Director of Leaders Romans Group in which she emphasizes the vital role played by landlords in preventing homelessness and advocates for a "Landlords...

According to a study by The Mortgage Lender, 74% of buy-to-let landlords are optimistic about the property market in the next 12 months, even in the face of challenges such as tax changes, increased regulations, and legal issues. The study reveals...