Iain Duncan Smith former secretary of state for work and pensions & David Smith Economics Editor of The Sunday Times join the National Landlord Investment Show panel of experts!

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Expert Property Panel just announced for the Olympia Show on 15 June.

National Landlord Investment Show is returning to London for the 45^th show to date on Thursday 15^th June at Olympia.

As part of the seminar programme, the show will now offer an Expert Property Panel to discuss current issues that landlords face, including Brexit, licensing, tax, finance and immigration.

This expert panel will take place in the Auditorium Theatre and seat over 400 delegates. Chaired by Peter Littlewood from Southern Landlords Association, speakers include Iain Duncan Smith, Former Secretary of State for Work and Pensions 2010 -2016 and David Smith

Award-winning Economics Editor of The Sunday Times since 1989.

Also speaking as part of the panel is Carolyn Uphill

Chairman, National Landlords Association, Richard Bowser, Editor of Property Investor News and Marie Parris Managing Director, George Ellis Property Services.

The panel is free to attend for visitors and on a first-come, first-served basis, complementing the 37+ free seminars on all aspects of buy to let.

The exhibition also offers property investors and portfolio landlords over 100 exhibitors and leading suppliers of property investment, tax, legal, insurance and mortgage services.

‘It’s going to be a very stimulating day, with many features, suppliers and seminars for property professionals, explains Tracey Hanbury, Event Director from LI Media, who have successfully developed and run these events throughout the UK.

‘We are delighted to have secured this panel of expert speakers to discuss and debate the current issues in the buy-to-let market and add value to the event through high quality and free content. All of our shows offer advice to help seasoned landlords and investors, as well as those considering entering the buy-to-let market.

Visitors also will be able to source the latest property investment services from renowned brands such as Clive Emson Auctioneers, Shawbrook Bank, Royal Bank of Scotland, Tenancy Deposit Scheme, Thames Water & Total Landlord Insurance who offer buy-to-let services in areas from tax, to mortgages to legal.’

Complimentary seminars

The four seminar theatres host 37+ speakers throughout the day who have unparalleled experience in the UK and overseas buy-to-let markets. Ever popular, they offer visitors a chance to expand their knowledge, keep up-to-date with developments in the market including Brexit and will feature topics covering the entire spectrum of buy-to-let. This interactive environment is a popular format for visitors, who use it to ask questions, discuss and make new connections.

Networking opportunities

Visitors will also be able to expand their networks at the Morning Networking Event, also at Olympia, starting just before the show doors open at 9.00am on the morning on the show. It’s a fantastic opportunity to expand business networks, both locally and further afield and is also free to attend.

Registration is free at www.landlordinvestmentshow.co.uk/olympia

Those interested in the Morning Networking Event can indicate their attendance as part of their registration. Selection for the Expert Speaker Panel is on a first-come, first-served basis upon registration.

About Landlord Investment Show

National Landlord Investment Show is the UK’s leading property investment exhibition, providing solutions, networking and advice for new seasoned and investors in the buy-to-let market. Established in 2013 and operating in property hotspots throughout the country, it has now run 44shows successfully, and has provided property investment solutions for over 50,726 landlords since its launch in 2013.

Other National Landlord Investment Shows for 2017 include:

Midlands 19^th April – Aston Villa FC

Surrey 3^{rd May} – Croydon Park Hotel

Berkshire 24^th May – Crown Plaza Reading

London Olympia 15^th June

East London 6^th September – Docklands Crown Plaza

Sussex 13^th September – Brighton Racecourse

Kent 26^th September – Kent Show Ground

Manchester 12^th October – Manchester United FC

Cardiff 25^th October – Cardiff City FC

London Olympia  – 7^th November

Book your show tickers by visiting www.landlordinvestmentshow.co.uk

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You can down load the digital magazine free of charge or subscribe to receive a hard copy of the magazine which costs just £65.00 +VAT  per annually.

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Other National Landlord Investment Shows for 2017 include:

Midlands 19^th April – Aston Villa FC

Surrey 3^{rd May} – Croydon Park Hotel

Berkshire 24^th May – Crown Plaza Reading

London Olympia 15^th June

East London 6^th September – Docklands Crown Plaza

Sussex 13^th September – Brighton Racecourse

Kent 26^th September – Kent Show Ground

Manchester 12^th October – Manchester United FC

Cardiff 25^th October – Cardiff City FC

London Olympia  – 7^th November

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Money manager tool for Universal Credit claimants

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  An online budgeting tool for people who claim Universal Credit has been launched by the Department for Work and Pensions. Universal Credit bundles all benefits – including housing – into a single payment, giving claimants greater freedom to control their own finances. However the new system has caused headaches for landlords, with 25% of those […]

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How can you spot and deal with Japanese Knotweed?

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Spring is now beginning to enter full bloom, with temperatures reaching a balmy seventeen degrees in some parts of the UK this week!

This is an extremely popular season for homebuyers and sellers alike, with many looking to ‘spring clean’ in order to make their property as inviting as possible for new suiters.

As an investor, it is likely you will be no different. Whether updating your property to try and attract new tenants, or simply giving it a makeover ahead of the summer, you are sure to be busy.

However, with the weather getting warmer, experts are warning homeowners to be aware of a highly troublesome plant, that could cause serious issues.

Ryan Weston, of Just Landlords Insurance Services, looks at how the plant, Japanese Knotweed, can be identified and how best to eradicate the risk of it spreading.

What is Japanese Knotweed?

‘Japanese Knotweed, otherwise known as Fallopia Japonica, is a plant that is dormant during the winter months. Come spring, the plant begins to sprout and by summer, it is not uncommon for Japanese Knotweed to grow by a foot per week!

The plant is not unlike bamboo and can grow in excess of over seven feet high.

Damage

Should Japanese Knotweed be left untreated, it can cause serious problems in both buying and selling property. For landlords, it could be the difference between attracting tenants or suffering void periods.

In fact, many lenders will not even consider giving mortgages, buy-to-let or otherwise, on homes where the plant is present, given its potential for destruction. Roots from Japanese Knotweed can cause major damage to property foundations, walls and drainage systems.

How can you spot it?

Japanese Knotweed is easily recognisable by its distinctive lime-green stem, with red and purple speckles. The plant also has reddish-pink buds, with leaves shaped like hearts. Its sprouts have a tinge of red that ultimately turn lime green.

During summer months, Japanese Knotweed is known to produce little clusters of cream-coloured flowers, with shoots sprouting in numerous locations.

What is the best method of removal? 

Despite the issues surrounding Japanese Knotweed, it is not illegal to grow the plant in the UK. However, it must be kept under very strict control and must not be allowed to spread into neighbouring gardens.

Should the plant be deemed to be causing a detrimental effect of a persistent or continuing nature on the quality of life of those in the locality, then a council officer can request for it to be removed as soon as possible.

Often, Japanese Knotweed can be dealt with by property owners themselves. Using a  glyphosate-based weed killer is a good option. The Royal Horticultural Society offers more useful information on removing the plant on its website.

Once the plant has been brought under control, the knotweed must be disposed of on a registered landfill site. This is because it is classed as controlled waste under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.

Mortgages

While the plant can be removed manually, a number of mortgage lenders insist in calling in the professionals before even contemplating releasing funds. Loan providers will cut hopes of investors buying a property should they see Japanese Knotweed is present on a surveyors report.

Before an offer of a mortgage is made, experts will be permitted to provide proof that the plant has been removed and will not return.

Japanese Knotweed is a plant that will stick around for the long-term and as such, unnerves mortgage lenders. As a result, it is vitally important for homeowners to stamp out the issue as soon as it arises.

For further advice, property owners and investors alike can contact a reputable trade association such as the British Association of Professional Landscape Industries. Associations such as these will be able to point you in the right direction of local contractors who can best tackle the troublesome plant.’

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First Government Apprenticeships in Property Management

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New Apprenticeships: Leading property management company, Rendall and Rittner led the launch of the first ever Government Apprenticeship in Housing and Property Management on Monday 27th March. Fourteen apprentices, met at Rendall and Rittner’s head office in Aldgate to begin their training and were joined by partners from a collaboration group combining Catch22, the Institute […]

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Liverpool City Council – The sorry saga continues

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The saga of Liverpool Landlord licensing continues unabated. This Council have been taken to the First tier Tribunal because it has now come to light that Liverpool have been operating a two tier application process, unheard of by any other local authority. In essence LCC have issued Draft copy licences to some landlords which are… Read more

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Landlord training launched by Council with NLA

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The North Tyneside Council and the National Landlords Association (NLA) have announced a new training partnership for local landlords that aims to bring professional practice to the private rented sector (PRS). The partnership, said to be the first of its kind between a local council and a landlord body, will see North Tyneside Council encourage […]

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