London’s renters head to the suburbs

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There has been a shift in London’s rental landscape, with renters increasingly looking beyond the city centre for cheaper options and better transport connections, data reveals.

According to SpareRoom, which has analysed tenant search trends, there has been a surge in popularity for areas further out from central London –

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Advice on selling a house with tenants?

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Hi, I’m seeking advice on how to sell a house that currently has tenants. Last summer, I attempted to sell a property while it was still occupied by tenants on a rolling contract.

Despite assuring them that we would provide plenty of notice and help them find alternative accommodation before finalising the sale

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Lender group calls for long-term housing minister amidst market instability

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A mortgage lender group is calling for a long-term housing minister to help provide stability to the housing market.

The OSB group says affordability will remain a challenge for many prospective homes.

In a new report

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Demystifying Tenancy Agreements: Your Essential Guide as a Landlord

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For landlords and tenants alike, a tenancy agreement is the cornerstone of a smooth and secure rental experience. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of both parties, ensuring everyone is on the same page from the get-go.

Why is a Tenancy Agreement Important?

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Should I ask my tenant to leave or serve a S21?

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Hi. I would like my tenant to leave at the end of their fixed term agreement due to a number of negative reasons like damage to the property and keeping a dog without permission.

To save serving S21 can I ask my tenant if he is leaving and wait for his written notice.

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Renters Reform Bill unfairly targeting landlords!

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The Resenters Reform Bill and years of bureaucratic fiasco appear testament to the performance of failed government policy over decades resulting in too much demand for homes.

Changing millions of existing tenancy contracts is a dumb and unfair solution to an obvious problem.

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Letting agents are unprepared for rental reform – poll

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Letting agents are woefully underprepared for the impending shift to periodic tenancies under the Renters (Reform) Bill, according to a new survey by Goodlord.

Despite the significant changes the legislation will bring, just 2% of agencies have started to adapt their tenancy structures.

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Thank you, and here is a gift for you – High Value training on Sunday

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I am delighted to be able to share a valuable gift with you this weekend.

I am giving this gift to the clients on my database and wanted to also offer it to the subscribers of property 118.

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Scottish landlords exit as housing crisis deepens

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Scottish landlords are throwing in the towel and leaving the sector due to the impact of rent controls – and the prospect of permanent rent rise restrictions, warns one industry body.

The Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL) tells Property118 that Scotland is facing a housing crisis that will only get worse if landlords continue to leave.

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UK house prices to remain flat in 2024 – But 10 areas will see double-digit rises

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The UK’s housing market is forecast to experience a subdued year in 2024, with average house prices expected to decline slightly by -2.6%, a new analysis reveals.

The firm also says that its analysis shows that since the base rate was held at 5.25% in September 2023

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