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'Supply of rented property thinning out, and Labour's not helping'

'Supply of rented property thinning out, and Labour's not helping'

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Gloomy letting agents have reported a fall-off in private rentals coming onto the market around the country.

How to turn non-profitable headache portfolios into slick, high profit machines again

How to turn non-profitable headache portfolios into slick, high profit machines again

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Landlord Sales Agency has been touted as the UK’s best company for landlords to go to who are looking to increase the profits of their property portfolios.

Reeves dodges ruling out CGT increases for landlords

Reeves dodges ruling out CGT increases for landlords

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Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out increasing capital gains tax for landlords selling their rental properties during interview with a US business TV channel.

London's high rents causing big problems for recruiters

London's high rents causing big problems for recruiters

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A business consultancy has warned that London’s high rents mean many companies in the capital are struggling to recruit staff as younger jobseekers look for employment elsewhere in order to access lower-cost homes.

Protesters strike again as cash-strapped council disposes of properties

Protesters strike again as cash-strapped council disposes of properties

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Cash strapped Somerset Council has County Hall vandalised for fourth time...

Landlord faces 'ban' after licensing lapse in Wales

Landlord faces 'ban' after licensing lapse in Wales

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A landlord in Wales faces is to pay £5,088 in fines and surcharges after operating three properties in Swansea without a licence and has also been effectively banned from the sector.

LandlordZONE reveals one-day NRLA takeover

LandlordZONE reveals one-day NRLA takeover

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We’re pleased to announce that on August 7th, for one day only, the NRLA will be hosting a sponsored takeover here on LandlordZONE!

OFFICAL: Number of properties bought by landlords drops by 14%

OFFICAL: Number of properties bought by landlords drops by 14%

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The number of buy-to-let properties bought by landlords during the past 12 months has dropped by 14%, official HMRC figures reveal

Record number of selective licencing schemes and landlord fines revealed

Record number of selective licencing schemes and landlord fines revealed

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New research has revealed that the number of selective licencing schemes in the UK has increased by nearly 10% over the past two years, with landlords paying on average £700 for a five-year licence.

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Scottish consultation on renting reforms 'unfair and too narrow'

Scottish consultation on renting reforms 'unfair and too narrow'

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The Scottish government’s PRS reform consultation does not give landlords and agents the ability to get their views across, according to the boss of automated rental payment firm PayProp UK.

EXCLUSIVE: Big city reveals plans to expand selective licencing

EXCLUSIVE: Big city reveals plans to expand selective licencing

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Manchester landlords look set to face more selective licencing after the council revealed it was recruiting a project manager to research new licensing areas.

Rogue landlord handed maximum £30,000 fine

Rogue landlord handed maximum £30,000 fine

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A rogue landlord has been handed the maximum £30,000 fine after 17 people were found living in a four-bedroom house which posed a fire risk to its vulnerable tenants.

Generation Rent: Rishi's EPC U-turn 'cruel and reckless'

Generation Rent: Rishi's EPC U-turn 'cruel and reckless'

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Generation Rent has labelled Rishi Sunak’s EPC upgrade U-turn as “cruel, disproportionate and reckless”, forcing many renters to suffer poor health in cold homes for years to come.

Council makes unusual move to stop licencing small HMOs

Council makes unusual move to stop licencing small HMOs

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Bath has made the unusual decision to ditch its additional licensing scheme because it has done such a good job of improving standards.

PIX: Terrible conditions in homes owned by banned landlord

PIX: Terrible conditions in homes owned by banned landlord

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A slum landlord in Sheffield has been given the longest banning order ever after being prevented from managing or letting properties for ten years.

Unusual scheme launches to help tenants buy homes off landlords

Unusual scheme launches to help tenants buy homes off landlords

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A novel rent-to-buy home purchase scheme has been set up to help renters become homeowners.

UPDATED: The Story of "Landlording" - a brief History

UPDATED: The Story of "Landlording" - a brief History

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The full history of landlords is lost in the mists of time, but much of modern property law - throughout the English speaking world - stems from over 1,000 years of English legal history.

Charity blames landlords for millions of tenants' poor health

Charity blames landlords for millions of tenants' poor health

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Millions of renters living in damp and run-down properties are suffering worsening mental and physical health, new research by homelessness charity Shelter suggests

Fire Certificate

Fire Certificate

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What was the Fire Certificate is no longer required as it was previously under the Fire Precautions Act 1971 for hotels, boarding houses, factories, offices, shops and railway premises. All these premises must comply with Fire Regulations, now covered by t

False Statements By Tenants

False Statements By Tenants

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Ending a residential tenancy on the ground of "false statement by the tenant "The Housing Act 1988 as amended by the Housing Act 1996 makes provision for the possession of residential properties let under Assured and Assured Shorthold Tenancies.However

Bed & Breakfast Business

Bed & Breakfast Business

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Running a Successful Bed &amp; Breakfast Guest HouseRunning a successful Bed &amp; Breakfast Business from the comfort of your own home has many advantages and rewards as far as being self employed is concerned:</

Taking in a Lodger

Taking in a Lodger

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Taking in a LodgerIf you're considering taking a lodger there are some important things to think about first. Most of its common sense, but its a good idea plan carefully and get things right.[list type='3'] <ul <li Taking in Lodgers is a good way to earn extr

Section 8 Notices

Section 8 Notices

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Obtaining Possession Using Section 8 NoticesThis article explains how to gain possession of your residential rental property using the Section 8 procedure.Section 8 is a breach of contract court procedure.There are 17 grounds for possession listed in the Housing Acts 1988 &amp; 199

Get Notice Dates Right

Get Notice Dates Right

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How do I Ensure Notice Dates are Correct?Landlords and letting agents, at various times during a tenancy, may need to serve legal notices on their tenants.It is vital that not only do you complete and serve the notice in such as way that it is valid, but that you can

Section 21 Notices

Section 21 Notices

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Obtaining Possession - Section 21 Notices: This article explains how to gain possession of your residential rental property in the most efficient way. You may just want your property back for your own use, or to sell, or you may be having problems with the tenant, such as re