This Commons Library briefing paper explains the provisions in Karen Buck's Private Member's Bill on housing fitness in preparation for the debate on Second Reading. The Bill is seeking to require … more

A landlord in Lincoln has received a fine of £400,000 after failing to comply with fire, health and safety standards in two of his properties.

City of Lincoln Council took Mr Bijan Keshmiri to … more

Do you check your gas engineer is registered as with Gas Safe?

According to new research only two in five people (41%) who hire a gas engineer spend time checking they’re working legally … more

Landlords are being warned to keep a close eye on the gardens of their rental homes after it was revealed homeowners will be able to sue their neighbours for damages if Japanese Knotweed grows onto … more

Landlords are reminded that the deadline is now looming for applications for House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) licences.

As mentioned in the article in March, under new Government rules landlords … more

HMRC has published updated guidance to assist landlords who want to find out about their tax and how to work out rental income if they rent out property.

The guidance, which can be accessed on … more

Policymakers have introduced new legislation to protect tenant deposits across the UK, but some landlords are still getting it wrong. A recent article by NLA adviser Alan Jakeway explains how … more

The new regulations became effective from 25th May and landlords need to ensure they are fully aware of their obligations.

Landlords collect sensitive information from tenants and must … more