Conducting an Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is a mandatory step before renting your property in England. The EICR involves a thorough examination of the electrical wiring, sockets, consumer units (also known as fuse boards), and any other fixed...
This procedure is stated in Section 13 of the Housing Act 1988 and is only available for periodic assured and assured shorthold tenancies. It can’t be used for common law tenancies or during a fixed term. You need to use the proper form of notice which is a...
This article highlights the best ways to reduce the risk of future problems and unnecessary expenses with some handy advice for protecting your home in these colder months. With the night are getting longer, and the temperature is dropping, there is more likelihood of...
Legionnaires’ disease is a potentially fatal form of pneumonia caused by inhaling small droplets of water containing Legionella bacteria. It can be contracted in various settings, including domestic premises. Landlords have specific obligations to ensure the...
E-bikes and e-scooters have been associated with more than a hundred fires already this year, some of which have been fatal. The Guardian reported in May 2023 that there had been 102 fires associated with e-bikes and scooters so far, with at least 190 injured and...
Investing in property has long been regarded as a solid strategy for generating passive income and building long-term wealth. One of the fundamental decisions an aspiring property investor faces though, is whether to buy an apartment or a house as a rental property....
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