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Gas safety checks must still go ahead

COVID-19 is no excuse to ignore gas safety, says HSE Yesterday we blogged about EPCs. Today we’re updating you on the need for those all-important gas safety checks during the COVID-19 outbreak.The HSE is under pressure to extend gas safety certificates from 12-18 mo...

Read    09/04/2020

Need an EPC? Here's the latest advice

If moving or selling is unavoidable, you will still need an EPC.The Government published the latest advice on meeting the regulatory requirement to secure a valid Energy Performance Certificate on marketing a property during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. An EP...

Read    08/04/2020

Four tips for dealing with tenants on Universal Credit

Landlords may have to get used to letting to tenants that are claiming benefits. Many landlords actively opt not to let their property to anyone who is receiving state benefit for fear they may end up in rent arrears.It is not strictly illegal for landlords to state ...

Read    07/04/2020

Don't forget the MEES Regulations are now in force

Make sure your energy rating is up to standard It’s important to remember that, despite living through a health emergency, anyone renting out property must still meet their legal obligations. So don’t forget about the MEES Regulations. With effect from 1 April, landl...

Read    06/04/2020

What happens when renters leave ahead of their tenancy agreement ending?

Often the last thing on many tenant’s minds will be moving. However, there are all kinds of reasons why people decide they are not happy where they are living and seek to leave – sometimes in the middle of their tenancy agreement. So here are some insights into what ...

Read    02/04/2020

All change for right to rent checks

Home Secretary Pritti Patel has relaxed the rules around landlords' right to rent checks The Government has announced a change to the way landlords carry out 'right to rent' checks during the coronavirus outbreak. The right to rent scheme requires landlords to check ...

Read    31/03/2020

New protections for renters now in place

Landlords and tenants are expected to work out a payment plan if renters find themselves in arrears A complete ban on evictions and ‘additional protection’ for renters have been announced, coming into force from today. But what does this mean for landlords and tenant...

Read    27/03/2020

Evictions banned and mortgage holidays confirmed

Evictions have been suspended and landlords will get a three-month mortgage 'holiday' to protect them from financial hardship Earlier this week, we blogged about the Labour party's call for protection for renters in arrears due to the Coronavirus. Last night the Gove...

Read    19/03/2020

In praise of letting agents!

Landlord Today carried a useful article from a Norwich-based insurance broker specialising in landlord insurance. The company gives a list of top tips for novice buy-to-let investors, outlining the key aspects of renting a property that new landlords need to understa...

Read    11/03/2020

Five ways to compete with Build-to-Rent

The Build-to-Rent revolution is seemingly unstoppable but buy-to-let landlords can make their offer equally attractive. Build-to-Rent operators are rapidly changing the face of renting in the UK. New apartments, long leases and a wide range of amenities add up to a l...

Read    13/02/2020

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