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Evicting a protected tenant for not paying rent increase?

Hi, I’ve had a protected tenant living in the same property for over 20 years, part of that time as a widow. I’m allowed to apply to the Valuation Office for a rent increase every two years, but...

Can a director give visitor parking to their tenant?

Hi, we are a block of 15 flats, each flat has either one parking bay or a garage. There are also three designated visitor bays, which are clearly marked with a ‘V’ and, according to the lease,

Do we need Limited Liability?

We have recently heard that landlords should set themselves up as a Limited Liability Partnership in case they should ever have someone claim against them, which could lead to bankruptcy and we would lose...

0:01 AM, 17th September 2024, About 2 months ago | 10

Section 8 Renters’ Rights Bill 2024?

Proposed Section 8 Grounds for possession (Interestingly there is no Ground 16! Personally I think Landlords should be writing to their MPs stating that Grounds 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 & 17 should be made...

0:03 AM, 16th September 2024, About 2 months ago | 14

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What are a landlord’s responsibilities when a tenant couple...

Hi, I’m sure this isn’t a unique situation as it happens all the time, but could anyone kindly shed some light on my situation? I have a tenant couple with two young children. Sadly, they are...

0:02 AM, 16th September 2024, About 2 months ago | 7

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How should I rent to my Latvian friends?

I have Latvian tenants/friends renting a 3-bed semi-detached property for the past year. They passed all security and Right to Rent etc. These clients/friends are fairly wealthy with their main residence...

0:03 AM, 13th September 2024, About 2 months ago | 9

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Pushy agent wanting guests to be included onto the tenancy agreement?

Hi all, what do you think about tenants having overnight guests. The AST doesn’t say anything about this. The tenant refused landlord access last weekend (to fit an additional Carbon Monoxide detector)...

The courts discriminated against me just because I’m a...

In the UK we rely on a justice system to be fair and equitable, but hope not to use it. I am sad to report more evidence of law driven discrimination against landlords. Whilst a landlord is responsible...

Can I sue the council for telling tenants to stay put and wait...

Here’s the story, tenants got behind with their rent. You know how it goes – one month they are a little bit behind the next month, they catch up the next month. The next month they pay a bit more...

What can I do about my tenant’s rent arrears?

Hi, my tenant has accrued rent arrears of £15,750 and counting, with unpaid rent dating back to December 2023. A Section 21 notice was served and acknowledged by the tenant, and the two-month notice period...

0:02 AM, 11th September 2024, About 2 months ago | 20

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Is an EPC required for every new tenancy?

Hi, grateful for advice please as there seems to be some conflicting information out there. I understand an EPC and EICR are compulsory for tenanted properties. Am I right in thinking that a new EPC has...

Claiming solicitor costs (not court fees) from tenant deposit?

Hi, my tenant refused to leave by the section 21 deadline, so I had to file an accelerated possession order claim with the court to remove them. I tried to keep legal advice to a minimum and only had a...

Finding Contractors for Grant-Based Work and Support with Applications...

As a landlord keen to explore the grant opportunities discussed in your recent article, I am eager to make the most of the available funding for property improvements. However, I’m finding it incredibly...

11:18 AM, 9th September 2024, About 2 months ago | 0

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Student HMO regulations?

Hi, I need help to check if my son’s student HMO accommodation is compliant in respect of their shared kitchen and bedroom furniture provision. Can anyone clarify the legal/planning requirements...

Is it fair to split bills with my lodgers?

Hi, I am a homeowner, and recently, I had surgery that has made it difficult for me to keep up with my payments. On someone’s advice, I decided to take in two lodgers. They are now living with me,

Freehold property with service charge?

Hello, I’m in process of buying a freehold property that has an annual service charge of £500 to maintain parking bays, private gardens etc which is obviously rising on annual basis. Everything is pretty...

Am I being fleeced on EICR?

Hi, I recently rented out my property to a well-known high street letting agent in London. The old tenants had left and the previous letting agent was retiring. I’ve owned the property for some years.

0:01 AM, 4th September 2024, About 2 months ago | 14

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