TheMaluka

Meanwhile, president Trump is making America great again (was it ever?).... Read More

Sounds like this is going to be a loose all round, low income tenants not being able to access any tenancy, overseas tenants totally excluded. Sad news for our invisible exports.
This government and the last seem to be hell-bent on destroying the whole country.... Read More

The solution is to become a tenant. Sign the tenancy agreement and then tell your new landlord that you are never going to pay any rent. This ensures that you have at least five months hassle-free accommodation free of charge (three months arrears, then two months notice). If you are really canny, sting the landlord for two months rent payment towards your moving costs when you eventually leave.... Read More

Once a tenancy is in place, denying access is a criminal offence.... Read More

Don't expect anything better if the conservatives get back in, they are unlikely to repeal the wonderful new act.... Read More

“In many cases,” Swedish economist Assar Lindbeck famously said, “rent control appears to be the most efficient technique presently known to destroy a city — except for bombing.”

This was of course written before the Renters Rights Bill.... Read More

Yes, the council should fine itself £40,000 per offence and keep the proceeds.

But I have a better idea, private landlords collectively should fine the council £40,000 per offence and keep the proceeds. Thought not!... Read More

Do not pay, these companies overcharge and will try to get payment from anyone, even if not involved. They will eventually give up.... Read More

Whatever the rules, I want money in the bank in cleared funds before any contract is signed. If this becomes illegal, then heaven help all prospective tenants.... Read More

All my tenants already have all the rights mentioned, all they have to do is pay the rent and behave themselves. No further legislation is needed.... Read More

If the bill becomes an act without considerable amendment, then property to let will become as rare as Astatine.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GP8jJgzEmwE&t=12s... Read More

The changes do not make it easier for migrants to rent my property. No credit history, no renting history, no guarantor, then no tenancy. There are plenty of working individuals with a good history for me to be ultra fussy.
I currently only accept gold-plated tenants, with the proposed legislation I will only accept solid gold tenants. Take it further, and I will limit my tenants to solid platinum quality.... Read More

Government and think; a superb oxymoron.... Read More

"Food should be for nutrition, not for profiteering. It is not a luxurious, nice to have extra in life, it is a necessity.
Everyone has the right to have access to good, clean, wholesome, organic food whether they grow their own or buy from a retail outlet."
Please, Ms Chapman, can we have price controls on all food. Require retailers to give two months notice of any price increases? And let us have a food ombudsman, one who can only reduce the proposed price, and force retailers to charge the lower price until the tribunal decides.
While we are at it, stop those wicked supermarkets charging at the checkout, force them to give customers unlimited credit.... Read More

"The campaign group demands the government provide compensation for ‘no-fault’ evictions."

Why? Such evictions (albeit misnamed) are going to be banned.

In any case, I am all in favour of the "government providing compensation", just as long as I do not have to.... Read More

Nice to see someone who appreciates how our justice system is evolving.... Read More

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Ask nicely! The answer would still be no.... Read More

But remember, we voted out the last clueless bunch. Heads we lose and tails they win, the only way landlords can win is if it stands on its edge.... Read More

I run a dehumidifier in my bedroom during the day (too noisy at night) which keeps the room dry and free from mould. Consumes about 300 watts, which takes the chill off the room, as I have no other form of heating.
As to your options, you have to carefully consider whether you prefer your partner or your house! 😇... Read More