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Rent Repayment Orders: The Penalty Landlords Should Understand
Rent repayment orders are one of the strongest financial penalties landlords can face. They are not just a fine from
New Data Complaint Rules: What Landlords and Letting Agents Need to Know
Landlords and letting agents are being warned that new data protection complaint rules now apply to organisations that handle personal
Malicious Damage by Tenants: Are You Properly Covered?
Malicious damage by tenants is one of the risks landlords often assume is covered. That assumption can be dangerous. Landlord
The Landlord’s Guide to Buy-to-Let Mortgage Documents
For landlords, a buy-to-let mortgage or remortgage is not just about choosing a rate. The lender also needs to understand
Selective Licensing: Your Property May Need a Licence Even If It Is Not an HMO
Many landlords associate property licensing with HMOs. That is understandable. HMO licensing is a major part of landlord regulation, and
Government Deposit Reform: What a £3bn Shake-Up Could Mean for Landlords and Letting Agents
The Government is continuing to look closely at how tenant deposits are protected, and one proposal now attracting attention could
Buying Another Rental Property? Start the Mortgage Conversation First
For most landlords, buying another rental property is not an emotional decision. It is a commercial one. The numbers need
HMO Licensing: The Rules Landlords Often Discover Too Late
HMO licensing is one of the most important compliance areas for landlords who let shared property. It is also one
Landlord Fines Rise: Why Property Standards Now Matter More Than Ever
Landlords in England are facing another important compliance change, with councils now being given greater powers to issue financial penalties
Why Your Property Value Matters as Much as Your Interest Rate
When landlords think about remortgaging, the first thing they often focus on is the interest rate. That is understandable. The