General News Updates
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Green Deal Update
In light of low take-up and concerns about industry standards the Secretary of State today announced that there will be no further funding to the Green Deal Finance Company.
They will also stop … more
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Consultants and Letting Agents misinterpreting the risks of exposure to legionella of their tenants - HSE Case 357
The Issue
Consultants and letting agents are:
using the revised L8 ACOP to infer there is new legislation regarding landlords responsibilities and
misrepresenting what the … more
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Cannabis farms: The dangers and tell-tale signs for landlords to look out for.
According to recent reports, 94% of cannabis farms (also known as factories or grows) are located in domestic premises. And since 2003, increasing numbers of rental properties have been targeted … more
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Letting Agents fees - Greater Transparency
Letting agents will be required to publish full details of the fees they charge under plans announced by government ministers, the move ensures a fair deal for landlords and tenants, closing off the … more
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DEREGULATION ACT 2015 - TENANCY DEPOSITS (An Update)
We now have some clarity on the issue of when to protect your Tenancy Deposit and when to serve the Prescribed Information.
The Housing Act 2004, amended by Localism Act 2011, stated the following: … more
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The Supreme Court ruling Re: Westminster Licensing
Press Notes
Some of you may already be aware that the Supreme Court has been considering an appeal from Westminster Council on the Hemmings licensing fees case which could have implication … more
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Expo to set agenda for responsible landlords - coming soon
East Midlands Property Owners (EMPO), the organisation which represents the interests of residential landlords across the region, is gearing up to host the East Midlands Landlord Expo at the East … more
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Changes to TDP law come into effect as Deregulation Bill receives Royal Assent
News Article from the NLA -
The Deregulation Bill received Royal Assent yesterday and now is the time for all landlords to ensure that their properties are compliant with the new laws. … more
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Discretionary Licensing Update
DCLG have recently announced changes to licensing schemes for private rented housing.
The Government has listened to the LGA's calls and councils will now be able to use a broader range of criteria … more
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3rd East Midlands Landlord & Letting Agent Expo - May 8th 2015
Friday 8th May 2015
10am-4pm
East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham NG7 2RJ
DASH Landlord Accreditation is pleased to be supporting the 3rd East Midlands Landlord & Letting … more