The Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) is designed to crack down on properties in the private rented sector that are not fit for human habitation. Incorporating the Human Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS), it covers 29 hazards, such as damp and mould,...
For those worried about paying utility bills or credit cards, loans, or mortgages due to the impact of coronavirus, this article sets out the steps you can take to get the support you need. In the first instance, people struggling with essential bills are encouraged...
Are rent reductions an option? Many tenants are struggling with financial problems during the Covid-19 crisis and therefore, they are asking their landlords for a rent reduction. Every case is different – some landlords are better placed than others to be generous,...
A new scheme will commence in England and Wales on the 4th of May under the Debt Respite Scheme (Breathing Space Moratorium and Mental Health Crisis Moratorium) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020. This legislation will give someone with debt the right to legal...
The last year has been crazy – starting with Chinese bats; toilet roll queuing and hand washing guidance to happy birthday (twice)… Then escalating in the property world to heated debates about mortgage holidays and, very extreme legislation changes such as no...
Saving you money! We may be in lockdown again, but the Government is allowing the property market to continue operating, albeit with lots of new rules for everyone to comply with to keep people safe and avoid hefty fines. The situation is often so fast moving that DIY...
The question of letting a tenant decorate their rental property can be a dilemma for landlords. On the one hand, you want them to feel at home and personalise the property in the hope they will stay longer and look after the condition. But on the other hand, you...
At its simplest, there are only two property investment strategies: Buy a property and rent it out Buy a property then sell it on for a profit But if it were that easy, there would be no need for this article. Indeed there are a much larger number of approaches – each...
Sheffield is the 5th largest city in the UK, undergoing major transition from being the centre of steel manufacturing to being well renowned for its fabulous parks and access to the beautiful Peak District. In fact, a third of the city lies within the Peak District...
The discrimination laws apply when choosing and dealing with tenants moving in properties, so this is something which is important to know about. However, it is only unlawful discrimination which is forbidden. Some types of discrimination are acceptable and are...
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