Rogue landlord fined £15,000 for HMO failings
A rogue landlady has been fined £15,000 for failing to licence and manage a house in multiple occupation (HMO). Sharon…
Lettings Administrator who Stole £14,000 in Tenants’ Deposits Spares Jail
A lettings administrator who stole more than £14,000 in tenants’ deposits has been spared jail. Julie Feilden, 51, stole the…
UK rental growth at slowest level since 2013
The most recent data released by Landbay has revealed that UK rental growth is currently at its lowest level since…
Rent Prices Stall in London and the South East, Reports Countrywide
The Lettings Index for February from Countrywide shows that rent prices in London and the South East have stalled, causing…
Importance of Wifi in properties is highlighted
An interesting new survey from Principality Building Society has revealed the traits of many first time buyers, which landlords should…
What the Spring Budget Means for the London Property Sector
Earlier this week, Chancellor Philip Hammond delivered his first and last Spring Budget. While many were disappointed with the announcement,…
Midlands Engine Strategy to provide boost for housing market
Yesterday, the Government launched its Midlands Engine Strategy, which is widely expected to give the property industry in the region…
Landlords Must be Careful with Tenancy Deposit Deductions
Landlords and their letting agents must be careful when claiming tenancy deposit deductions if they cannot prove what they’re claiming…
Good start to 2017 for Scotland’s rental market
The lettings market in Scotland has enjoyed a positive start to 2017, according to the latest Your Move Scottish buy-to-let…
Londoners Splashing Out on Home Improvement Jobs
Many Londoners are splashing out on home improvement jobs, with 82% of homeowners in the capital conducting DIY tasks each…