Luton Borough Council has announced details of a compulsory additional licensing scheme for every House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) situated within the borough, despite failing to provide evidence to support its plans.The HMO Licences will be valid for five years... more
Legal and Courts, Licensing, Tenancies, East, RLA News - 2013-05-20 14:47:37
Proposed reforms to the way the social and private rented sectors work in Wales could cost the housing sector up to £45 million, according to the RLA. Under measures being outlined by the Welsh Housing Minister, Carl Sargeant, local authority, housing... more
Tenancies, Wales, RLA News - 2013-05-20 10:56:06
The most common issues for deposit disputes – and how to avoid them! By barrister and lettings expert MAZ ADAM IQBALSince the introduction of tenant deposit protection in 2007, many landlords are none the wiser when it comes to deposit disputes.... more
Housing Conditions, Investment and Finance, Legal and Courts, Tenancies, Comment - 2013-05-17 08:58:05
The Department for Work and Pensions has released an interim report that highlights the potentially negative impact Article 4 Directions are having on restricting the growth of affordable housing.The report findings suggests that the introduction of the Article 4 Directions... more
Investment and Finance, Planning, Social Welfare, Tenancies, General News - 2013-05-16 15:14:54
Make June and July a good time to review your rental yield - the lifeblood of your portfolio. If you want the very best yields then excellent management of your tenancies is a necessity, not an option.Luckily for you a... more
Training - 2013-05-16 14:09:54