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Rent increase permitted during tenant exit dispute?

Hello, I have a tenant of 7 years that I served formal landlord-tenant notice along with a section 21. The 2-month period has passed & the tenant is refusing to leave so my question is now the tenancy...

9:19 AM, 6th September 2023, About A year ago | 20

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New property purchase – is it a HMO?

Hi, I’m new here. Please be gentle. I am a BTL investor of 25 years, so not a complete newbie, but have only ever invested in single occupancy ASTs. My eldest child is off to University this month...

Council advice to tenants nearing S21 date – Help!

Hello, our situation we have had a tenant in place at one of our properties for around 5 years – never increased the rent (single mum – two kids – you try not to make people’s lives...

9:28 AM, 4th September 2023, About A year ago | 85

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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 A year 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...

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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year 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 A year ago | 19

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