General News Updates
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Renters put at risk
Welfare reforms, the growth of the private rented sector, the spiralling costs of renting and the shortage of affordable homes mean that hundreds renters are being threatened with eviction each year. … more
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New law proposed to stop councils forcing tenants to wait for bailiffs
The proportion of all repossession claims that have to be resolved by bailiffs in the last 12 months has shot up to 40%, compared to just 25% in the same period 5 years ago according to recent … more
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update - Right to Rent
From 25 May 2016, the statutory code of practice has been updated. Landlords must follow the revised version from now on.
Since being enforced in February 2016, the controversial right to rent … more
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Tax changes that will have a major impact for landlords over the coming years
In 2015 the summer budget announced changes to the tax laws which affected landlords. Allowable expenses from rental income were restricted for landlords from April 2016.
All … more
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Connecting Derby’s Women in Property
Connecting Derby’s Women in Property
Seven Restaurant, wheelwright Way, Pride Park, Derby DE24 8SQ
24th May 2016
12pm – 2.30pm
Are you a landlord in Derby looking for a … more
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The Housing Bill – A requirement for all landlords to complete electrical safety checks?
The Government has amended the Housing Bill, currently being debated in the House of Lords, to include regulations that could make regular electrical safety checks mandatory for all Landlords. … more
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Landlords Warned over updated documents
The Government has published updates to Section 8 and 13 forms for use in England – which are due to came into force from April 6th.
As both documents are prescribed forms, landlords of … more
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Bathroom light fittings - Are they safe?
It is a legal requirement for Landlords to ensure that the electrical installation in their rented property is safe when the tenants move in, and maintained in a safe condition for the duration of … more
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New FREE deposit protection scheme from April 2016
My Deposits have announced a new custodial deposit protection scheme which is FREE for all Landlords – you can register your interest at: http://custodial.mydeposits.co.uk/
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The latest news on your energy efficiency obligations
Following the conclusion of the Governments consultation on the Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPs) included within the Energy Act 2011, guidance has been published clarifying how these new … more