The UK is a nation of animal lovers, but it’s also a famously tricky place to find pet-friendly rentals. While contents insurance can provide some peace of mind for accidental damage, furry friends can cause damage that isn’t covered, so it’s understandable that landlords are wary. The Dogs and Domestic Animals Accommodation Protection Bill is …
It looks like Santa will have to relinquish December’s MVP award this year – in the UK at least. That’s because the festive season has taken a back seat to the first wintertime General Election since 1923 and the third election in almost four years. There is plenty on the agenda as we head to the polls: …
It’s the news that landlords have been waiting for, but possibly not exactly what they were expecting… News was released yesterday detailing the plans for the Rental Reform Bill, the market change document set to shake the way renting works, forever. We were expecting to see The Rental Reform White Paper published this autumn, putting …
The Scottish Government has announced that unlike England and Wales, October 1st will not see a return to pre-pandemic notice periods. As restrictions in England and Wales ease, landlords in Scotland gear up for a further six months of lengthy notice periods, with a six-month notice extended until 31st March 2022. Aileen Campbell, the Communities …
A leasehold means that, while you own the property, the land the property is built on is owned by a freeholder. Therefore, you are able to occupy your property for as long as the lease is valid. However, an update to the rules means that certain aspects have changed. Keep reading to learn more! What …
After much deliberation, the government has confirmed it will focus on rental reform in the coming sessions of parliament. But what does the news mean for landlords, and are sweeping changes in store for the private rental sector? Rental reform from the Queen’s mouth The Queen’s first speech of 2021 lasted for around 10 minutes …
Prior to 1st June 2019, tenants looking to move into a new home faced additional charges known as ‘admin’ or ‘agency’ fees. These often cost hundreds of pounds, and letting agencies had relatively free rein to charge what they deemed necessary for their “admin” work. Thankfully, the Tenant Fees Act 2019 put a stop to …
A leasehold is a right that gives you ownership of a property for a fixed amount of time, as opposed to a freehold which is a permanent and absolute tenure of land. It is standard for houses, and even more so for flats, to be sold on a leasehold basis, granting a lease for years, …
Following the recent introduction of a third lockdown, eviction bans in England, Wales and Scotland have been extended until February 21st 2021 (at the time of writing). With restrictions originally due to end on January 11th, calls were made to review the emergency legislation, which led to the subsequent extension of the restrictions. What does …
Knowing your rights as a disabled renter is very useful and essential for you to have the most comfortable and enjoyable stay throughout your tenancy contract. Disabled tenants will have additional legal rights concerning their tenancy agreement, and it’s essential that landlords comply – both from a legal and human aspect. Thus, it is vital …
