Can landlords be held liable for defects in a property created by tenant damage or alterations? A recent High Court ruling has been discussed on two leading websites: TheEHP.com, an environmental … more

Damp can be caused by a number of issues and they are not necessarily difficult to deal with. But damp can cause mould on walls and furnishings and increases in dust mites, which can lead to … more

Landlords are being urged to carry out an assessment on their properties to help control the threat of Legionnaires’ disease.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is directing residential … more

HMO’s are at higher risk of fire due to a number of factors including:

Acts or omissions of the occupants, who are not related to each other

Properties that are 3 storeys … more

Your property is probably your largest asset. If you choose an agent to manage the day to day letting, you need to make sure that your property is in good hands. There is no formal regulation of … more

Since the introduction of Tenancy Deposit Protection, a number of court cases interpreted the legislation which changed the whole meaning of why tenancy deposits should be protected. The cases … more

Empty Homes and Property Fraud

As buildings are usually the most valuable assets people own they make attractive targets for fraudsters.

Any person owning an interest in a property can become … more

Houses in Multiple Occupation – Landlord Responsibilities

What’s the big deal about Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and why is the Council concerned about them?

Fact - an … more