Ealing Licensing comes into force
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A new licensing schemes has been launched in the London borough of Ealing. Since January 1st, landlords who let homes in five wards across the borough must now have licences, in addition to any landlords who rent out houses in multiple occupation (HMO) anywhere in the borough. The new additional licensing scheme applies to all […]
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New Year Sees Tougher Standards for Buy-to-Let Borrowers
The first tranche of tougher lending criteria for buy-to-let mortgages, set by the Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority, took effect from 1st January. The new guidance requires lenders to set a more stringent Interest Cover Ratio (ICR) on new borrowing and also apply a stress test, taking into account future interest rate increases. It […]
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Councils need to use existing powers better
Councils across the country need to up their game to protect tenants from a minority of landlords providing sub-standard accommodation. The call comes as Citizens Advice today reports that, whilst many landlords responded swiftly to concerns raised about standards, a minority are still taking too long to resolve problems. With more than 140 Acts of […]
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Private Landlord Service started by Cheshire West and Chester Council
Chester West and Chester Council are inviting private landlords to join their new Private Landlords Service. The service will provide landlords with information and resources for including the latest news about the Private Rented Sector, a tenant finding service, tenancy support and sign up services and training and access to property improvement grants. It also… Read more
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Council want proof front door complies with FD30S fire regs?
I have had a letter from the local Council asking me for proof that the front door to my flat is a FD30S door. This means is it a fire door that is self closing and able to be 30-minute fire resistance. I do not know if the door is FD30S compliant as it is… Read more
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Airbnb threatens hotel businesses?
Hotel Threat: Airbnb is not only worrying landlords if this report from Property Week is anything to go by: hotel owners in particular are worried about the impact the rising popularity of Airbnb. The home stay website is having a big impact on their business model. Ask anyone, says Property Week, and “the chances are […]
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