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Are fitted carpets landlord fitting or content?

15th March 2018, 8 years ago | 14

We’ve just had a neighbour’s drain backup cause flooding in our lower ground floor flat bedroom. Luckily flat is between...

Can I add a new tenant to an existing AST or consider a lodger?

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15th March 2018, 8 years ago | 2

Basically the question is in the title, can I add a new tenant to an existing AST or do I...

Do I just write off the judgement?

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15th March 2018, 8 years ago | 9

A quick question of general interest that may warrant floating past Property118 readers and experts. I have obtained a judgement...

Tenant in custody!

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14th March 2018, 8 years ago | 10

My tenant was arrested last week and is still in custody. She is 1 month into a new 6 month...

Energy efficiency standards £2500 per property – Just the start!

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14th March 2018, 8 years ago | 0

Minimum energy standards consultation :- This consultation closed 13th March. At the moment you only have to do measures that...

Can a freeholder stop companies purchasing flats?

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14th March 2018, 8 years ago | 8

I hope someone here can help me. Myself and a few owners purchased the freehold of our block of flats...

Do we landlords have to register with the Information Commissioner’s Office

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13th March 2018, 8 years ago | 50

Do we landlords have to register with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)? I have read that all landlords need to...

3% SDLT Appeal for missed deadline?

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13th March 2018, 8 years ago | 6

I have missed the 3 month deadline to reclaim the 3% extra SDLT paid. My solicitor told me I had...

Property sale – tenant has moved out and not returned keys?

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12th March 2018, 8 years ago | 8

My tenant was given 2 months notice when the house was put on the market (1 yr ago) but allowed...

Freehold operating as a Ltd Company?

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12th March 2018, 8 years ago | 1

I have purchased a leasehold flat which is one of three in the building. I have also purchased a half...

To go HMO on our own or not to go?

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12th March 2018, 8 years ago | 7

Dear all, We are currently renting our 3 bedroom/2 bathroom flat, through an Agency in Bristol, to two unmarried couples....

Exempt Student HMO’s from Renters' Rights Act 2025

Remove VAT on Home Safety Products – Petition

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12th March 2018, 8 years ago | 1

Please could this petition be included on Property118. Axe Safety Tax, remove VAT on safety products & services for residential...

Reasons for not selecting tenant and claims of discrimination?

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8th March 2018, 8 years ago | 69

I have had an enquiry from a disabled gentleman who has two dogs to help him with his disability and...

Snow delayed form 6A?

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8th March 2018, 8 years ago | 28

I have sent a form 6A to my Tenants dated the 28 Feb with the notice expiring the 1st May....

Statutory requirement to give new landlord’s name and address?

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8th March 2018, 8 years ago | 1

I have read that under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 Section 3 there is a statutory requirement for BOTH...

How to deal with utility charge after tenant left

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8th March 2018, 8 years ago | 16

Hi, I’d like to ask everyone how you deal with utilities after tenant has left and before new tenant moves...

Sweat Assets?

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7th March 2018, 8 years ago | 5

My question is would it be better to release equity from your rental portfolio whenever the opportunity may arise or...

Stamp duty refund via Limited Company?

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7th March 2018, 8 years ago | 6

My hubby and I were unable to sell our residential property (1) before buying our new residential home (2) so...

Is electric heating a better option to gas central heating?

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7th March 2018, 8 years ago | 19

I am in a dilemma; I would like to ask other experienced landlord’s opinion. My previous house has storage heaters,...

Fire safety risk assessment required?

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6th March 2018, 8 years ago | 10

My question is quite simple it involves a fire assessment and whether I need to do one or not. I...

What paperwork do I need if joint tenants break-up?

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6th March 2018, 8 years ago | 8

My property is occupied by joint tenants who are about to break-up after 11 months of a 12 month AST...