Tag: Property management

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

Author: Readers Question

11th November 2024, 1 year ago | 3

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

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

Author: Readers Question

11th November 2024, 1 year 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...

CRUSADER: Why must landlords put up with vile online trolls?

Author: Landlord Crusader

8th November 2024, 1 year ago | 28

Landlords in the UK know they aren’t popular with politicians, councils, tenant activist organisations and lots of tenants – but...

Councils and letting agents join forces to tackle damp and mould in the PRS

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

7th November 2024, 1 year ago | 7

Letting agents and councils are teaming up to tackle damp and mould in the private rented sector with a new...

Should I sell my flat despite my loyal tenant?

Author: Readers Question

6th November 2024, 1 year ago | 9

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

New student referencing tool for landlords launched

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

5th November 2024, 1 year ago | 0

A new referencing tool specifically designed for student landlords aims to simplify the tenancy process for both agents and students....

What a Landlord Must Do if a Tenant Leaves Possessions Behind After Eviction

Author: Julie Ford

28th October 2024, 1 year ago | 10

When a tenant is evicted from a rental property, it is not uncommon for them to leave behind personal belongings....

Eviction is not the only option for landlords facing rising financial pressures

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

24th October 2024, 1 year ago | 5

Landlords are increasingly worried about rising financial pressures as mortgage costs continue to skyrocket. Many face the dilemma of long-term...

Is Universal Credit forcing rent reductions on landlords?

Author: Readers Question

21st October 2024, 2 years ago | 16

Has anyone else come across this, if so is there any way to fight it? I’ve had a property in...

Majority of landlords cover property damage caused by tenants

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

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...

Tenant’s son is smoking in bed?

Author: Readers Question

17th October 2024, 2 years ago | 20

My tenant has been with me for over 10 years. When she moved into the premises she had two children...

Navigating a dispute with council over HMO Licensing?

Author: Readers Question

15th October 2024, 2 years ago | 5

Hi, recently, I found myself in a frustrating situation with Brent Council regarding the licensing of a property I rent...

Tenant refusing access for gas safety check?

Author: Readers Question

10th October 2024, 2 years ago | 195

Hi, my tenant finally agreed a day and time access for an annual gas safety check. However, because the tenant...

Unlocking Hidden Opportunities: How a Landlord’s Dilemma Became a Shared Success

Author: Denzel Matsaudza

8th October 2024, 2 years ago | 2

When I think about why I founded my business, it’s stories like Steve and Daphanie’s that come to mind—stories where...

Welsh landlords offered ‘hassle-free’ income with government scheme

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

8th October 2024, 2 years ago | 9

The Welsh Government is promoting its ‘Leasing Scheme Wales’ which offers landlords and owners of empty homes the chance to...

Consultation on proposed property licensing schemes closes next week

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

7th October 2024, 2 years ago | 6

A London council is urging residents, landlords and tenants to have their say on proposed new licensing schemes for private...

Why the Standard Rent-to-Rent Model Will Struggle Under the New Renters’ Rights Bill

Author: Julie Ford

30th September 2024, 2 years ago | 11

Rent2Rent has taken the rental market by storm, offering landlords a handsfree option with guaranteed rent, but has time run...

Propertymark responds to new Renters’ Rights Bill guidance

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

30th September 2024, 2 years ago | 1

Propertymark has expressed its views on the newly proposed Renters’ Rights Bill, emphasising the need for a fair and balanced...

Why your landlord insurance might not cover you for subletting

Author: Property118.com Landlord News Team

25th September 2024, 2 years ago | 0

Subletting has become a common practice in recent years but can be dangerous especially if a tenant is subletting without...

A Tenant’s Right to Sublet: Key Provisions from the Housing Act 1988

Author: Julie Ford

23rd September 2024, 2 years ago | 30

It’s every landlords worst nightmare, you do a property inspection or your trade arrives and low and behold the person...