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Understanding the Tenant Fees Act.

Limiting what landlords and letting agents can ask tenants to pay, the Tenant Fees Act came into force in England on 1st June 2019, with the goal of making renting fairer and more transparent. The Act brings clarity to a

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HMO Legal Requirements and Regulations.

A rise in demand for affordable accommodation has led to an increase in Houses in Multiple Occupation – an attractive proposition for landlords and tenants alike. For tenants looking for ways of saving money, shared accommodation is one of the

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Should You Charge Weekly or Monthly Rent?

Check out any landlord forum and you’ll see the same question time after time: should rent be charged weekly or monthly? If you’re a new landlord, or one who has been charging monthly rent payments and may be considering a

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Fire safety label.

It should come as no surprise that there are various laws ensuring landlords provide their tenants with safe places to live. One such example is fire safety laws. These regulations include furniture fire labels that ensure property furnishings offer at

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Modern student housing should be aesthetically pleasing, functional and stylish to enhance the study environment and cater to tenants’ lifestyles. The average student spends around 13 hours a day in their room, including sleeping, relaxing and studying, with 73% preferring

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Controversy surrounds the Renters’ Rights Bill currently being debated in the House of Lords, with some peers voicing fears its negative impact on landlords will cause them to leave the sector. The legislation is the Labour government’s answer to the

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For landlords, student tenancy agreements can be some of the most lucrative ways to make money on a property. While this has many advantages, it’s worth remembering the extra responsibilities and set-up costs that may eat into your initial profits.

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Image of landlord checking tenant damage.

Landlords should expect wear and tear in their buy-to-let properties, as it’s an inevitable part of renting out your home. However, it’s important to differentiate between fair wear and tear and tenant damage. © Elizaveta Galitckaia / Shutterstock Although no

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