Readers Question

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Advice on my justification to terminate the agency agreement?

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18th November 2024, 2 years ago | 15

Hello fellow landlords, I have a situation for which I am wondering if anyone has advice. In late 2022 I...

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How to cut energy bills in a Victorian HMO?

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18th November 2024, 2 years ago | 4

Hi, could I please get some advice on reducing energy bills in my rental property. The property is an old...

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New Freeholder failed to issue Section 3 notice?

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15th November 2024, 2 years ago | 7

Hi, a new freeholder failed to issue a Section 3 notice to 37 long leaseholders (whole block) when he bought...

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Is it possible to recover debt over 10k from a UC tenant who’s disappeared?

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15th November 2024, 2 years ago | 7

Hi, I’ve recently endured a 16-month process to evict a tenant who was receiving Universal Credit (UC). During that time,...

Slightly open wooden door with a question mark symbol, representing uncertainty about housing policy.

Is government policy hurting the vulnerable and driving landlords out of the market?

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15th November 2024, 2 years ago | 6

Many vulnerable tenants are people who need the most help and support from their landlord. There are a large number...

Overwhelmed landlord with head on desk surrounded by property documents and charts

Bought a property at auction without details of existing tenant?

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14th November 2024, 2 years ago | 26

Hello, I made a bid on a property in an auction without doing due diligence but the bidding did not...

Living room filled with packed moving boxes and a red alarm clock symbolizing urgency during tenant move-out.

How can I minimize tension while allowing my ex-tenant to collect their belongings?

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14th November 2024, 2 years ago | 12

Hi, the day before the eviction my (ex) tenant told me they need additional time to collect their items as...

Woman on phone under umbrella in kitchen during water leak

Excess protection for escape of water claims in block of flats?

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14th November 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Dear All, I am reaching out to inquire if anyone is aware of insurance companies in the UK that offer an...

Eviction notice paperwork with pen and glasses on a desk

What should I do if my tenants won’t leave despite health issues?

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13th November 2024, 2 years ago | 32

Hi, I need to regain possession of my tenanted property to live in myself. I gave my tenants two months’...

Landlord and tenant in legal tug of war over eviction notice with Lady Justice in the middle.

Can tenants legally extend eviction delays with mental health breathing space?

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13th November 2024, 2 years ago | 11

Hi, I have tenants in my property who owe £15,000 in arrears, and I’ve applied to the court for eviction....

“To Let” sign outside residential houses reflecting UK rental market challenges

Government landlord and tenant policies – carrot or stick?

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12th November 2024, 2 years ago | 5

Hello, Mrs Thatcher allowed the introduction of the AST (Assured Shorthold Tenancy) and also supported home ownership. These changes were...

Tenants catch ceiling leak with buckets while calling insurer after block insurance voided

Can a leak caused by tenant negligence lead to a claim against the freeholder?

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11th November 2024, 2 years ago | 3

Hi, I own the leasehold for an upstairs flat, which I rent out to tenants. The issue I have is...

Has the NRLA lost its way?

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11th November 2024, 2 years ago | 18

Hello, There is now a growing trend of professional landlords who have become disenchanted with the NRLA. Their stance on...

Two professionals discussing withheld landlord documents during a property handover.

Final inspection with confrontational tenant – should I attend with agent?

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11th November 2024, 2 years ago | 20

Hi all, I’m getting close to the end of the 18-month fixed-term tenancy, which has felt like a nightmare from...

Landlord standing at a crossroads deciding between keeping or selling a rental property

Should I sell my flat despite my loyal tenant?

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6th November 2024, 2 years ago | 9

Hi, I have an ex-local authority one bed flat in Norwich which I have owned for 9 years. I bought...

Landlord reviewing a property management contract before signing termination terms.

Tenant find service charges by managing agents?

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5th November 2024, 2 years ago | 1

Hello, I signed a contract with a 12% fee three years ago with a managing agent to handle my HMO...

Colourful fishing boats moored in a Cornish harbour surrounded by stone cottages and green hills.

Holiday let to private rental?

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5th November 2024, 2 years ago | 2

Hello, I bought a new build property in Cornwall 2 years ago and its now a successful Airbnb. However, I’m...

Man reviewing tenant issue at desk with documents and laptop

Tenant always pays on time. Should I issue a warning?

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4th November 2024, 2 years ago | 22

Hello, I have a tenant who always pays on time and respects the property. One of his neighbours has been...

Can I buy a flat for a friend to live in?

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1st November 2024, 2 years ago | 10

Hi, I have a 73 year old friend who currently rents privately but her rent is becoming very expensive. I...

Exchanged on a property and now hit with extra 2% SDLT?

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31st October 2024, 2 years ago | 7

We exchanged on a property to add to our company residential buy to let portfolio costing £490,000 last week. It...

Chalk-drawn question mark on blackboard representing a landlord’s query about letting agent responsibility

Is my letting agent responsible for lost rent and damages?

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30th October 2024, 2 years ago | 6

My short term lease expired with my letting agent and they refused to move out the tenant. After 3 months...