Legal expert warns of looming chaos from the Renters (Reform) Bill

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The impending passing of the Renters (Reform) Bill spells trouble for tenants and landlords, warns a legal expert.

Ian Narbeth, a commercial property lawyer and BTL and HMO landlord, tells Property118 in a video interview that can be seen below that some Tory MPs have “woken up too late” to the damaging effects the Bill will bring.

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Half of tenants forced out by landlords selling up – survey

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A landlord sell-off is a major driver of tenant moves after 50% of property professionals said that was the main reason for renters moving home last year, a survey has found.

According to PayProp, this is a growing concern –

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Deposit return when the married name hasn’t been added?

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Hello, My property was rented to an individual who paid the initial deposit which sits in a holding account. In December last year, we added her new husband to the rental contract and changed contract to new married surname.

We did not amend details on deposit being held.

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CGT Question – Can I claim capital costs without receipts?

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I am selling a buy to let property that I did a £100,000 extension on 15 years ago.

Can I claim this as a capital cost on my CGT return even though I no longer have the receipts?

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If you’re thinking of selling, here’s how to get the highest price for your properties this year

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We’ve all seen the headlines, from mixed-message articles to advice from experts and landlords, but if now REALLY is the best time to sell, how can we ensure we’re getting the highest amount in the fastest time?

Simply Business recently reported that 1 in 4 landlords are looking to sell this year

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Landlords quitting is the biggest threat to renters – NRLA

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As the House of Lords gears up to debate the Renters (Reform) Bill today, they are being warned that landlords selling their properties is the biggest challenge facing renters in the UK.

That’s according to the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) is pointing to government figures.

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Hidden Gems From My 35 Year Property Investment Journey

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For me, property investment has been a cornerstone of an international lifestyle I had planned and worked hard to achieve for decades. The security of a steady income stream through rental profits and long-term capital appreciation was always a powerful motivator.

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Holiday home hotspots revealed as FHL scheme faces axe

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The UK government’s decision to abolish the furnished holiday lettings (FHL) regime has led one firm to identify the areas most likely to be impacted.

The study by Howden Insurance, using data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS)

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Experts warn of Renters (Reform) Bill eviction loophole

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Private rented sector experts have identified a loophole in the Renters (Reform) Bill that could lead to a confusing patchwork system for landlords and tenants over evictions.

The Bill, which aims to abolish Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions might not deliver on this promise.

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Custom Clauses For Assured Shorthold Tenancy?

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I’m about to renew an AST and wanted to know if any landlords on this wonderful forum have added any custom clauses to their AST’s that is not obvious/standard?

Out of interest, I normally add the following to my AST’s:

Custom Clause 1.

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