The Right to Rent legislation was introduced on 1st February 2016 but there still seems to be some confusion about the requirements amongst both landlords and letting agents. 

The RLA reported … more

The Selective Licensing scheme in Gainsborough South West Ward has now commenced and landlords are required to apply for a licence by the 31st October 2016. 

Every landlord with a let property … more

Landlords and property agents should be aware of the implications of the Housing and Planning Act 2016, which received Royal Assent on 12 May 2016.  Regulations to implement certain parts of the … more

The irresponsible landlords of an overcrowded property in Lincoln have been ordered to pay more than £30,000 following a dawn raid that uncovered more than a dozen breaches of health and safety … more

The landlord of a flat has been fined almost £18,000 and has a criminal record after being punished in court for refusing to make vital renovations to his rental property.

Paul Fenton from … more

In April of thsi year the Government has published updates to Section 8 and 13 forms for use in England.

These are prescribed forms which you must use.  If a judge or a tribunal spots out-of- … more

Many of you will know that DASH provides the Lincolnshire Landlord Electronic Newsletter, but are you aware of our services?

DASH has been working in the private sector housing arena since 2008 … more

From April 2016 we will see a number of changes to both Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support. Some of those currently receiving these elements of support may see a change in the amount that they … more