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The new protections for renters explained

Landlords and tenants are expected to work out a payment plan if renters find themselves in arrearsA 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 tenants...

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

Will Government act to protect renters?

The biggest question for tenants who may find themselves out of work or laid off without pay due to business closures caused by the coronavirus is, how do I pay my rent? To try and tackle what is likely to be a widespread problem, the Labour party has published draft...

Read    17/03/2020

In praise of letting agents!

A recent article from Landlord Today highlights key tips for novice buy-to-let investors, provided by a Norwich-based insurance broker specializing in landlord insurance. The article outlines some important aspects new landlords need to understand.

Read    11/03/2020

Would you vote for rent control?

Will the promise of rent control be enough to secure Sadiq Khan a second term as London Mayor? London Mayor Sadiq Khan launched his re-election campaign today. He is hoping to win votes by promising Londoners that he will introduce rent control in the capital if he i...

Read    03/03/2020

Where is best to invest in today's rental market?

Investment in the property market has increased by almost 50% in the last five years. New research from peer-to-peer lending platform Sourced Capital has revealed the best places around the country to invest in the rental market. The findings are based on current ren...

Read    20/02/2020

Five ways to compete with Build-to-Rent

The Build-to-Rent (BTR) revolution is rapidly transforming the rental market, but buy-to-let landlords can still make their properties highly competitive. As BTR operators continue to change the rental landscape, landlords can still compete by offering similar value ...

Read    13/02/2020

Your money is safe in our hands

All renters should be able to trust their agent to protect their money. A key part of any property agent’s role is to safeguard money on behalf of their clients, ensuring that tenants and landlords are properly protected. At Ringley, we are a proud member of the RICS...

Read    12/02/2020

Is your washing machine a fire hazard?

Do you have one of these? If so, check the model number. Do you rent a home with a Hotpoint or Indesit washing machine? If so, read on… Whirlpool has been regularly updating the Office for Product Safety and Standards on the progress of its washing machine recall pro...

Read    11/02/2020

Landlords: how much are you giving back?

Landlords often face criticism, but the majority are responsible contributors to the private rental sector (PRS) and their local communities. While bad landlords may dominate headlines, new research highlights the significant positive financial impact that landlords ...

Read    04/02/2020

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