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Landlords and second homeowners exploit tax loophole that...
Thousands of landlords and second homeowners are exploiting a legal loophole to avoid paying council tax, leaving local authorities...
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Social landlord slammed for ‘apathy’ and fail...
A damning report by the Housing Ombudsman has exposed a ‘culture of apathy’ at the London Borough of Haringey, which has...
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Extending lease on freehold owned by me?
Hello, I have a property which is two flats where I own the share of freehold with the other flat owner.
Our leases are at about 80...
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Landlords eye more properties as tenant demand rises
A survey reveals that landlord confidence is strong as 41% of landlords say they are planning to buy more properties over the next...
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Purchasing Freehold – legal position?
Hello, I live in a block of 9 flats and we are interested in buying the Freehold. I understand that if the Freeholder wants to sell...
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Another UK city wants powers to impose rent controls
In a bid to combat its growing housing crisis, one UK city has launched an appeal for the government to hand over powers to impose...
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New laws regarding fire doors?
Hello, I am trying to find out how the law has changed regarding fire doors in converted buildings with 3 flats and one communal staircase...
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