Ignorance on Tenancy Types Can Be Costly

An industry group is emphasizing the need for landlords and letting agents in England to understand the distinctions between statutory and contractual tenancy agreements. This call to action

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Lloyds Banking Group Expands Rental Portfolio

Citra Living, a division of Lloyds Banking Group, is expanding its footprint in Gloucestershire with the addition of more than 150 new family rental homes. These properties, acquired

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Generation Rent: Landlords Covering Tenant Moving Costs

Generation Rent, an activist group, has once again voiced its demand for various reforms, particularly emphasizing the abolition of Section 21 eviction grounds. They argue that this legal

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17th Straight Month of Record High Rents

New property rents are on an unyielding ascent, reaching a 17th consecutive record high. The average monthly rent outside of London now stands at £1,291, reflecting a persistent

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Government Review May Cut Licensing Fees

During a recent House of Commons debate on the Renters Reform Bill, discussions revolved around the potential for local councils to reconsider the fees imposed on landlords as

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Leasehold Reforms: Ground Rent Caps

Michael Gove’s proposed abolition of leasehold has encountered a compromise, as plans now entail capping ground rents at £250 annually. This development signals a partial victory for Gove,

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Diving into the Section 21 Debate: Uncovering the Truth

Jonathan Rolande, a notable figure in the property industry and housing market commentary, is renowned as the founder of the National Association of Property Buyers. Approaching nearly half

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Agents Surprise Tenants with ‘How to Complain’ Guide

Propertymark’s latest guide outlines the rights of private rental tenants, detailing procedures for contesting rent hikes deemed excessive and avenues for lodging complaints. Under the “Challenge High Rent

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Leasehold Reform: Keep an Eye on These Key Amendments

Today, the Commons is set to deliberate over more than 200 amendments to the Renters Reform Bill, signaling potential shifts in the landscape of rental legislation. Among the

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Landlord’s Second Court Appearance: Unusual Behavior Persists

Giuseppe Sutera, a landlord known for repeated breaches of housing regulations, found himself once again in the legal spotlight, facing a hefty fine of £36,000. This latest prosecution,

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