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Does tenant’s pet damage insurance exist?

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22nd January 2024, 2 years ago | 19

Hello, With the Government pushing landlords to accept tenants with pets, I would like to know if there is anyone...

A must-read for all landlords: A frustrated landlord speaks out

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

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26th March 2024, 2 years ago | 43

A landlord has told Property118 of his frustrations in dealing with the courts and rent tribunals – and warns that...

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Regaining possession of a private sector leased property?

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12th April 2024, 2 years ago | 12

Hi, does anyone have any experience of getting possession of their property back which is leased under a private sector...

Tenants false cash rent payment claim?

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16th April 2024, 2 years ago | 18

Hello, I am currently going through the tenant eviction process and have received the court order for tenants to vacant...

Letting agency’s entitlement to share of sale?

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2nd May 2024, 2 years ago | 5

Hi, my house has been let for several years to a tenant who has expressed an interest in buying it....

Estate agent boards outside rental properties in London highlighting demand in the private rental sector

41% of Right to Buy homes are now private rentals

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

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13th May 2024, 2 years ago | 31

Research reveals that 41% of properties sold under Right to Buy are now privately rented – that’s around 820,000 homes....

Failure to Protect Tenancy Deposit Claim?

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3rd June 2024, 2 years ago | 10

Hello, I am in a bit of a pickle and looking for advice and guidance from Property118 members. I leased...

Need to trace absent Freeholder to sell?

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26th June 2024, 2 years ago | 4

I own one small flat which I rent out. I paid off the mortgage and was planning to retire. Fed...

Scottish housing market growth shown with rising property values in West Lothian

Strong growth in Scottish property market despite challenges

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

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17th July 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Scottish house prices have hit another record high for the third consecutive month, averaging £225,636. According to the latest house...

Can I challenge a Section 20 overspend?

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12th August 2024, 2 years ago | 4

Hi, I am a portfolio landlord with a leasehold flat in a social housing block of 6. I am the...

Couple arguing on a sofa during a tense relationship breakdown relevant to tenancy issues

What are a landlord’s responsibilities when a tenant couple splits up?

Author: Readers Question

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16th September 2024, 2 years ago | 7

Hi, I’m sure this isn’t a unique situation as it happens all the time, but could anyone kindly shed some...

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Seller fails to disclose future work on flat?

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20th September 2024, 2 years ago | 8

Hi All, I would like to give you a little background first, my foster child at 20 bought his first...

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No common access to roof space?

Author: Readers Question

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10th October 2024, 2 years ago | 5

Hi Everyone, I own a flat in a multiple-owned block in London and rainwater is entering because (as I can...

Close-up of a tenancy agreement being signed by a tenant

Tenancy agreement signed but not dated?

Author: Readers Question

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16th October 2024, 2 years ago | 9

I have just realised my AST tenancy agreement has been signed by myself, the letting agent and the tenant, but...

Landlord inspecting mold damage on kitchen wall after tenant negligence

Majority of landlords cover property damage caused by tenants

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

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21st October 2024, 2 years ago | 4

Landlords end up covering property damage 90% of the time, even when it’s the tenant’s fault, according to a new...

Students sharing a kitchen while discussing tenancy agreements and the Renters’ Rights Bill.

How are student landlords preparing for the Renters’ Rights Bill?

Author: Readers Question

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22nd October 2024, 2 years ago | 10

Hi, like most landlords letting exclusively to students I am dreading the Renters’ Rights Bill as it looks as if...

House caught in a financial noose symbolising landlords’ tax and regulatory pressures in the UK rental market

Is the Government Destroying the UK’s Rental Market?

Author: Mark Alexander

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4th November 2024, 1 year ago | 5

Landlords across the UK are facing mounting challenges, from skyrocketing taxes to endless regulations, making it harder and harder to...

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Estimating Post-Renovation Value of Property

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6th November 2024, 1 year ago | 0

When planning a renovation to boost a property’s value, it’s crucial to understand how to estimate its end value while...

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How to create a Directors Loan when Incorporating?

Author: Readers Question

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21st January 2025, 1 year ago | 2

Hi, We will be Incorporating a single BTL property into a Ltd company – paying due SDLT and any applicable...

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Incorrect Solicitors Advice on How to Rent Guide and Prescribed Information?

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14th February 2025, 1 year ago | 7

Hello, I’m seeking advice from my fellow landlords, PRS and s21 notice experts on a disagreement with my solicitors regarding...

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EPC rating for HMO with bills included?

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18th February 2025, 1 year ago | 18

Hi, I have been a landlord for over 40 years. I own HMOs and the property in question is a...

Calendar with calculator, house symbol crossed out, and question mark about tenancy dates.

New tenant decided to not proceed with tenancy on start date?

Author: Readers Question

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10th March 2025, 1 year ago | 14

Hello, I would welcome any thoughts on this situation. An agreement was reached with a tenant applicant after he had...

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Can the council force tenant inspections and demand evictions for smoking?

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18th March 2025, 1 year ago | 22

Hi, I have recently applied for and been granted licences for some flats I own in Birmingham. Now the council...

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How to handle an overdue AGM meeting and managing agent issues?

Author: Readers Question

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18th March 2025, 1 year ago | 3

Hi, I am looking for advice or guidance please. We are a block of 15 flats and are unhappy with...