Disrepair Claims: What Every Landlord Needs to Know (and How to Protect Yourself)
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Disrepair Claims: What Every Landlord Needs to Know (and How to Protect Yourself) When a tenant reports an issue and feels it hasn’t been resolved, they may start a formal legal process known as a Disrepair Claim. Whilst this is...
Pets in Rental Properties – Change Is Coming
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Pets in Rental Properties – Change Is Coming Allowing pets in rented properties has always been a sensitive subject for landlords. While many animals are well-behaved, the fear of property damage, nuisance, or legal...
Tenant Responsibilities in Rental Properties – Part 2: Contracts, Conduct & Consequences
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Tenant Responsibilities in Rental Properties – Part 2: Contracts, Conduct & Consequences England & Wales In Part 1, we looked at the general (implied) responsibilities tenants have when it comes to repairs and basic maintenance....
The Most Overlooked Reason Section 21 Notices Fail (And How to Avoid It)
3 minute read posted by Lee Wiley
The government’s Renters' Rights Bill is moving steadily through the House of Lords, and with strong cross-party support, it’s clear: the end of Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions is now a matter of when, not if. But until...
Garden Fences - Who's Responsible?
2 minute read posted by Lee Wiley
🏡 Who’s Responsible for the Fence? Boundary fences might seem straightforward—but when it comes to responsibility, ownership, or planning rules, things can get complicated. Here’s a breakdown to help you stay informed and...
Why More Landlords Are Returning to Full Management – And Why That’s a Smart Move
2 minute read posted by Lee Wiley
Why More Landlords Are Returning to Full Management – And Why That’s a Smart Move In recent years, many landlords have scaled back on letting agent services in an effort to cut costs. But with new legislation like the Renters'...
Understanding Rent Increases: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know
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Understanding Rent Increases: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know Whether you're a tenant or a landlord, it's important to understand when and how rent can be increased legally and fairly. Here’s a quick guide to the rules...
The Law Is Changing Around Mould In Rental Properties (Awaab's Law) Heres What You Need To Know.
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Awaab’s Law and the Private Rented Sector The tragic death of 2-year-old Awaab Ishak in December 2020 brought the devastating impact of untreated damp and mould into sharp focus. Awaab’s case, involving prolonged exposure to...
Understanding Legionella: What Landlords Need To Know
5 minute read posted by Lee Wiley
Understanding Legionella: What Landlords Need to Know As a landlord, one of your core responsibilities is ensuring the health and safety of your tenants. This includes managing the risk of Legionnaires’ disease—a potentially...
Possession and Eviction: What To Do, What Not To Do and Changes With New Regulations
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Possession and Eviction: What To Do, What Not To Do and Changes With New Regulations Managing tenant evictions and regaining possession of a rental property can be one of the most challenging aspects of property management. With...