Landlords in Wales need to know about a Welsh Government consultation for the public to give its views on changes to the Land Transaction Tax (LTT). The consultation focuses on two main proposals: abolishing relief for purchases of multiple dwellings and extending existing relief to local authorities when buying property for social housing. The government is considering abolishing the Multiple Dwelling Relief (MDR) to offset a reduction in funding from the UK government. Th

Average rent arrears claims have reached a record high, placing a growing strain on both tenants and landlords, data reveals. Alternative deposit provider Reposit analysed the figures between January 2021 and March this year and found that the average arrears claim was £1,816 in the first quarter. That's a 27% increase on the same period last year. It's also the highest level recorded and reflects the ongoing pressures facing the rental sector. 'Arrears claims topping £1,

Despite hammering landlords with punitive fines for minor transgressions of selective licensing rules, one council has admitted that its own housing stock hasn't been inspected for EIGHT years. Private landlords must under the city's selective licensing rules adhere to strict standards and inspect properties every four months – under 2018 rules. The Nottingham Post says councillors were told this week that the council will launch a comprehensive inspection of all its council