The UK Met Office has forecasted a rise in the occurrence of storms across various regions in the UK. The phenomenon of storm clustering, where multiple storms hit the same areas in quick succession, is expected to persist as a result of climate change.
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Category: Landlord Legal and Compliance
Jan 2024: Crack down on rogue landlords
Since the beginning of 2024, Housing Secretary Michael Gove revealed new initiatives aimed at curbing the activities of rogue landlords.
How to effectively manage damp and mould as a landlord?
With the onset of winter and an elevated risk of mould, the effective management of damp in both social and private rental housing is increasingly crucial for landlords.
Material information rules in property listings
The National Trading Standards (NTS) has issued guidelines for letting agents and landlords to enhance the disclosure of material information in property listings.
Guide to the Judicial Reforms in the Renters Reform Bill
The Renters (Reform) Bill represents a significant legislative endeavour aimed at revamping the private rental sector. Among its primary objectives is the eradication of Section 21 “no fault” evictions.
Guide to Data Protection Regulations in the UK: real estate
Understanding the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compelled European Union companies to adhere to fresh data protection regulations, imposing penalties for non-compliance while permitting the secure utilization of relevant information.
Is it the landlord’s responsibility to deal with bed bugs?
Bed bugs are currently making headlines, with reports indicating their presence on public transport, in hospitals, and, inevitably, in people’s homes. The mere thought of them can be quite unsettling. It is crucial to adopt a practical and measured approach to address the issue and determine who should be accountable for eradicating these pests.
Updated ‘How to rent’ guide: October 2023
In October 2023, the ‘How to rent’ guide underwent an update, and understanding its significance to your agency and property owners in their letting processes is crucial. The How to rent guide serves as an informative resource for tenants embarking on the private renting journey, whether they rent directly from a property owner or through a letting agent. Distributing this guide to tenants is a fundamental aspect of the letting process, and it is imperative to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Is the future looking brighter for landlords and letting agents?
No More Uncertainty About EPCs (Energy Performance Certificate)
The government has made a significant policy reversal regarding its previously announced intention to raise Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards to an EPC C level within the private rental sector.
Guide to the possession action process
If a property owner or letting agent needs to regain possession of a property, they should follow the government’s guidance which is to mediate with your tenant before going down the repossession route. The government also recommends making use of the new Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service which has recently been launched and provides advice to tenants about evictions.
Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) – What’s new
What is the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)?
The Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) can be used to identify any potential hazards that may impact privately rented properties.
Changing Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards
In 2020, the UK government mentioned plans to increase Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MeeS) within the Private Rented Sector.