Councillor slams selective licensing scheme and warns of landlord exodus
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A councillor has criticised selective licensing schemes, describing them as a “supplementary tax” on landlords.
Speaking at a Wirral Council meeting of the Economy, Regeneration and Housing Committee, Councillor Tony Cox argued that many landlords are unable to avoid the financial burden imposed by the schemes.
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Renters’ Rights Bill could lock out vulnerable tenants from the PRS
The controversial Renters’ Rights Bill may inadvertently exclude some of the rented sector’s most vulnerable tenants, one firm reveals.
According to Leaders Romans Group (LRG), the Bill’s restriction on limiting advance rent payments to one month could hinder access to housing for vulnerable groups of people.
View Full Article: Renters’ Rights Bill could lock out vulnerable tenants from the PRS
City Hall Conservatives challenge landlord stereotypes and blame Sadiq Khan for London’s housing crisis
It’s easier for London Mayor Sadiq Khan to paint a picture of greedy landlords than to solve London’s housing crisis, claims a member of the London Assembly.
In an exclusive video interview with Property118, deputy leader of the City Hall Conservatives and London Assembly Member
View Full Article: City Hall Conservatives challenge landlord stereotypes and blame Sadiq Khan for London’s housing crisis
New BTL and commercial mortgage products launched
Foundation Home Loans has introduced five new limited edition buy to let mortgage products tailored for landlords seeking larger loans.
These offerings focus on expat landlords, houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), and multi-unit freehold blocks (MUFBs)
View Full Article: New BTL and commercial mortgage products launched
Modern PRS homes in England carry an 18% rent premium
Tenants seeking a modern home in England face a substantial rent premium of up to 18%, with monthly rents for these properties averaging £1,578, compared to £1,419 for standard rentals.
That’s according to FCC Paragon’s latest findings which found the £159 difference represents an 11.2% premium
View Full Article: Modern PRS homes in England carry an 18% rent premium
Landlords face soaring costs and EPC downgrades under new rules
Landlords face “death by a thousand clipboard checks” over new EPC rules that have come into force.
The government announced the biggest changes in the way Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are assessed in more than a decade
View Full Article: Landlords face soaring costs and EPC downgrades under new rules
Advice on Docusigning a tenancy agreement?
Hi there, Does anyone have any advice on the legality of a tenancy agreement being signed in advance of the tenancy starting?
I have a new tenancy scheduled to begin on Saturday but the guarantor will not be present to sign at the time as they are abroad so a Docusign will have to be set up.
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Property Redress boots out 48 agents over consumer disputes
Between May and October 2024, Property Redress removed 48 letting and estate agents from its scheme due to persistent non-compliance.
The expulsions stemmed from unresolved consumer grievances, unpaid compensation awards and failure to cooperate with its complaints procedure.
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Government is expecting more landlords to accommodate asylum seekers
Labour says that more private landlords will need to play a bigger role in housing migrants, the Daily Telegraph reports.
The move will help meet Labour’s pledge to phase out migrant hotels, saving taxpayers an estimated £1 billion annually
View Full Article: Government is expecting more landlords to accommodate asylum seekers
NRLA calls for more funding to boost Boiler Upgrade Scheme for landlords
The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) is calling for extra funding to help landlords install heat pumps.
Responding to the government consultation on the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, the NRLA says landlords need long-term support and funding to meet energy-efficiency targets.
View Full Article: NRLA calls for more funding to boost Boiler Upgrade Scheme for landlords
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