New data reveals the UK’s rental market is experiencing a slowdown in inflation. Nicky Stevenson, managing director of Fine and Country, says whilst supply has seen a modest improvement, the gap between availability and demand is still influencing the market. She adds that rent prices continue to increase across the country. Cooling trend in rental […]

The Renters (Reform) Bill has passed its final stage in the House Of Commons and is now heading to the House of Lords. The latest debate on the Renters (Reform) Bill saw various MPs try to pressure the government into giving a date for the end of Section 21 – but it declined to do […]

In the ever-changing landscape of property development, it’s often hard to stand out from the crowd. However, the Winter Melia Group led by directors Karl Winter and Phil Melia has emerged as a leading force in the industry. The team has now received another award for 2023 Developer of the Year at the Property Investors […]

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority Mayoral Election newsletter arrived this morning. Of the 6 candidates in the running, very few look as though they have any relevant leadership or financial experience. What took my attention was Andy Burnham’s (Labour) commitment to introduce a Good Landlord Scheme across Greater Manchester and, provide tenants with a facility […]

I managed to get a CCJ against a rogue tenant almost 6 years ago. The CCJ only covered the outstanding rental she accumulated whilst awaiting the Bailiffs for 8 months. The ruined unit and furniture theft was an added cost that I ignored. The total loss was about GBP20 000. The CCJ for unpaid rent […]

Tenant demand for rented homes in London grew by 9% last month, compared to February, according to Foxtons. The lettings agent highlights that renter demand has fallen 14% year-on-year as the market returns to more typical trends. It says that the number of new renters per instruction also fell year-on-year, with an average of three […]

A growing proportion of renters in the UK are having to borrow money to pay their rental deposit, research reveals. The findings from Reposit found that 38% of renters are turning to credit cards, personal loans, overdrafts, or friends and family. The deposit alternative provider says the figure has increased by 8 percentage points in […]

I have just been sent an email from the Home Office. Looks like those plastic Biometric Residence Permits (BRP) cards are now being phased out and potential tenants now have to open an online account with the Home Office so that they can get their Visa ID this way. As a result landlords won’t need […]

As the Renters (Reform) Bill heads back to Parliament, the proposals have led to criticism from both renter campaign groups and the National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA). MPs will debate the Bill today with 122 pages of nearly 200 amendments to debate and agree on. But while the NRLA says the Bill is a fair […]

The Renters (Reform) Bill is heading back to the House of Commons, with several key amendments set to be debated and Goodlord has examined the most interesting proposals that could impact landlords and tenants. The firm’s managing director insurance, Oli Sherlock, said: “There are some sensible and logical amendments on track to be debated during […]

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 it too). The housing association has a secure tenancy with the subtenants. We gave the housing association their 10-month notice and they are due to finish their contract this November. […]

The Lettings Industry Council (TLIC) is urging a new approach to tackle the housing crisis in England. It argues that the current method, with separate policies for different housing sectors, has failed. In a new briefing, TLIC proposes an overarching policy addressing all housing tenures, including private rentals, social housing and homeownership. It emphasises collaboration […]

Renting may negatively impact a person’s overall well-being as tenants experience a lower quality of life, higher stress levels, and less hope for the future compared to homeowners, a survey reveals. The research from Zero Deposit, comes after 1,005 renters and 1,005 homeowners in the UK were polled by the firm. When asked about the […]

The Scottish Parliament is seeking feedback from landlords, the public and organisations on the wide-ranging Housing (Scotland) Bill which could see permanent rent controls being introduced. The Local Government, Housing and Planning Committee and the Social Justice and Social Security Committee are leading the joint consultation. it will focus on key areas like rent control, […]

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 is licensed for this purpose, although the license doesn’t specify that it must always be rented to students. I would like to know if I can let it to […]

Labour’s shadow housing secretary, Matthew Pennycook, has proposed a significant change to the Renters (Reform) Bill which would require landlords to wait two years from the start of a tenancy before they can sell or move back into their property. The change is one of a raft of amendments that could be added to the […]

Hi, I work for a housing association and last year managed to attach a managed payment to landlord (MPTL) for tenants self rent. Their majority of rent is paid by Housing benefit, but the tenants pay the remaining rent for ineligible charges, £7.49 per week at a time. The DWP then decided that it was […]

Hi there, advice and suggestions will be greatly appreciated. The freeholder of my property has a legal obligation as it states in the Lease, to insure the building and provide me with the relevant documentation [certificate, policy, premium etc] before demanding payment. Since 2021, he has failed to provide ANY documentation for 3 years in […]

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 not paid. I have returned their deposit in full. Four months later, when the tradesman became available, he discovered the floors were completely damaged, due to the tenant swapping […]

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 few frosts and the air has been very humid and wet. Many houses are damp due to inadequate ventilation. We can write to tenants and advise them especially, in warm […]

My daughter is renting out her apartment in Amsterdam, having moved to Leiden. Her tax liability will be based on the size and location of the flat not on the rent charged or profit made after mortgage interest etc. Also if she allows tenants to stay longer than 1 year 364 days, the tenants have […]