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Gas shortage supplies this winter?

Hello, just watched a video by Nigel Farage who was talking about Europe filling up its gas tanks with LPG from Russia. A big point was we haven’t in the U.K. filled those tanks. So it got me thinking.

Tenant caused Fire – Can I sue for damages?

Hello, I have recently had a house fire caused by a tenant. The fire investigators deemed it was an accident so no malice was involved. Can I sue the tenant for damages for any costs that I might be liable...

0:03 AM, 4th September 2023, About 11 months ago | 10

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One Property two related families – HMO?

Hi everyone, I need some advice, please. I am in search of new tenants for a 3-bed house and have been approached by a tenant who says they are looking for a property for two related families. They have...

0:02 AM, 4th September 2023, About 11 months ago | 16

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Property Management company resigned?

Hello, I am a landlord of a flat within an estate and have been paying service charges to a property management company (Company B). The maintenance for the estate appears to be controlled by a limited...

0:02 AM, 1st September 2023, About 11 months ago | 3

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Why is the county court so slow?

Hi All. I am the landlord of a property, I applied for a repossession order through the court as my tenant would not move out after eviction notice. The hearing was on 16th August, my appearance was...

0:02 AM, 31st August 2023, About 11 months ago | 17

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Buying to Let in Northern Ireland – advice?

Hello, I’m thinking of looking outside England for rental opportunities but not Wales or Scotland. I would be interested in anyone who currently lets in Northern Ireland to determine what differences...

What is length of time for a bailiff eviction date?

Hi, Does anyone know currently the time frame for a bailiff eviction date in Manchester? The letting agents told me it used to be 4 to 6 weeks. I have been waiting nearly 4 months now and have still not...

9:38 AM, 30th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 5

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EPC rating destroyed by Positive Input Ventilation (PIV)?

Hello, I own three fairly typical mid terrace solid-brick houses. All have double glazing, loft insulation and gas central heating. Over the last year I have had Positive Input Ventilation (PIVs) installed...

9:32 AM, 30th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 46

Tenant wants to leave early?

Hello, I have a tenant that wants to leave at the end of month 8 of a 12 month tenancy as he has bought somewhere. What should I do? He is offering to make a settlement to cover costs.

0:04 AM, 30th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 23

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Does re-valuing risk wasting money?

Hello, Our block of flats is owned by the leaseholders, except one which has a long lease pre-dating self-enfranchisement. According to this lease, ground rent should be reviewed every 21 years, which...

0:02 AM, 30th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 5

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Is the council making up student accommodation rules?

Hello, I am a student landlord, student dwellings are exempt for council tax. However, Lancaster Council appear to be making up rules to increase their revenue take. Can anyone help? 1) When a student...

10:58 AM, 29th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 14

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New student tenant alleges mould – but we can’t find...

Hello everyone, I have a student tenant who moved in on July 1st and as soon as little more than 2 weeks later he was already threatening legal action against me and going to the council for alleged mould...

9:50 AM, 29th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 11

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Trouble with managing agent over directorship?

Hello, I own a flat in a block of 15 flats. Some of them are rented and some of us live here. We own the freehold. I am a shareholder and was a director at one point. I didn’t resign as a director.

9:35 AM, 29th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 7

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Police raid found cannabis plants and now freeholder wants property...

Hello everyone, My son bought a leasehold flat in North West London and the freeholder has been sending him numerous letters from his solicitor alleging the flat is not maintained etc. All untrue as my...

9:11 AM, 29th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 3

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Which type of agreement/tenancy do I need?

Hello, I have a prospective tenant who wants to rent my property. They are actually friends of mine. They are from Lithuania and have passed all necessary checks. I have only ever let before using Assured...

0:02 AM, 29th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 13

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Fire alarms – do I need to carry out a weekly test?

Hello, I am aware in properties such as blocks of flats it is now required to have a six monthly safety test on the fire alarm, which includes the control panels, sounders, call points and emergency lighting...

10:02 AM, 25th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 6

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How to deal with a former tenant who is still using my address?

Hi there, I found similar topics on this forum, but none addressing this specific question – so I posted a new one. We had a lady staying with us for nearly a year. She did not leave on great terms...

9:41 AM, 25th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 19

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Where should I carry my mortgage debt?

Hello, I’m reaching the end of my large family home mortgage and the end of 2 BTL company ones. In the past I’d always leveraged the large personal interest only one as the interest is so low...

0:07 AM, 25th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 5

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Tenant’s property disposal after death?

Hi, we have recently had a long term tenant die in hospital. We have served notice to his representative (assuming he has one) and sent it together with form NL1 to the relevant address. The question we...

0:06 AM, 25th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 5

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Business Rates review by VOA?

Hello, I have received the form VO6048 from the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) to complete in connection with their review as to whether Business Rates continues to be appropriate for my holiday lets block...

0:05 AM, 25th August 2023, About 11 months ago | 3

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