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Government Reveals Plans for Evictions Ban Wind-Down
The government has announced plans to wind down the current evictions ban, meaning that landlords finally have some clarity on moving forward with evictions that are currently on hold, and have been for some time. Bailiffs will as a result be able to reinstate their roles from 1st June 2021.
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Evictions Paperwork Must Now Include Breathing Space Details
A new government scheme came into force on 4th May, providing anyone with a debt the legal right to protection from creditors, including tenants in rent arrears. The Debt Respite Scheme, otherwise known as the ‘Breathing Space’ arrangement, has been introduced to allow those in debt to find a solution to their financial issues. And now, in a recent move, the government has announced that details of the scheme must be included within paperwork when seeking to gain possession of a property.
Temporary Right to Rent Changes to End
Changes to the right to rent checks introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic are set to end in May 2021. Now that COVID infection rates are falling, and lockdown measures are gradually easing, it has been announced that the emergency measure will come to an end on 16th May.
A Landlord’s Guide to the Housing Health and Safety Rating System
The Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) places obligations upon residential landlords and property managers to maintain their properties within a strict set of guidelines. The requirements are in place to ensure premises are safe and secure for residents and visitors.
How Much Can a Landlord Increase Rent?
As a landlord, there may be times when you would like to increase the rent that you charge your tenants. There is nothing to stop you doing this, but you must follow the correct procedure that is set out by law. Here we delve into the subject of rent increases, asking, is there a limit to how much a UK landlord can raise rent?
7 Ways to be a Good Landlord
With a reputation as a good landlord, you will inevitably attract a better class of tenants. There is however more to being a good landlord than simply responding to maintenance requests, although this is of course important. Let’s take a look at what goes into make a decent landlord, and how you can make it as a successful buy to let investor.
Can I Live in my Buy-to-Let Property?
A common question asked by landlords is, can I live in my buy-to-let property? The short answer is that, if there is a mortgage on the property, taken out on a buy-to-let basis, then this will prohibit borrowers from taking residence. Let’s take a closer look at the finer detail of how the rules on living in buy-to-let property actually work.
Green Homes Grant Axed
The government’s Green Homes Grant has this month been axed just six months after its launch. The scheme was introduced to help private homeowners and landlords give their properties an eco-friendly upgrade, whilst creating work for tradespeople. But it closed on 1 April onwards to new applications.
Survey Reveals the Current Mood of the Private Rented Sector
A recent survey of over 14,000 landlords, tenants and letting agents, conducted by deposit protection service mydeposits and deposit replacement membership Ome, has revealed some interesting insights into the current mood of the private rented sector.
Japanese Knotweed: What Every Landlord Needs to Know
Everyone, including landlords, has a responsibility to prevent harmful, invasive plants and non-native species from spreading and causing damage to the environment and threatening livestock. This includes the infamous Japanese knotweed. Here’s what the government says should be done to control and dispose of plants that have the potential to damage the environment.
