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What happens to the subtenants when my contract with the ...
Hi, I bought a 5-flat property last year and it’s being sublet and managed by a housing association (this was the case before I bought...
Student HMOs VS Professional HMOs?
Hi, hope all is well. I have purchased an HMO that was let to students and I have continued renting to students so far. The property...
How can housing associations ensure rent payments amid DW...
Hi, I work for a housing association and last year managed to attach a managed payment to landlord (MPTL) for tenants self rent. Their...
Freeholder nightmare – What are my options?
Hi there, advice and suggestions will be greatly appreciated. The freeholder of my property has a legal obligation as it states in...
Is it worth chasing rent arrears and damages?
Hi, a few years ago, my tenants signed a Deed of Surrender (DOS) and they now owe four months rent plus the rent increased they have...
Can ventilation systems tackle damp in homes?
Hi, with damp and mould being a big issue, are ventilation systems a good idea? This last winter on the south coast there were very...
Room sizes and LHA rates?
Hi, I have a flat with 2 bedrooms but the lounge is huge. Lounge is irregular shaped 16.38 sqm, Bed 1 is 16.01 sqm, Bed 2 10.34 sqm...