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Landlords could face a two-year wait to sell or reoccupy ...
Labour’s shadow housing secretary, Matthew Pennycook, has proposed a significant change to the Renters (Reform) Bill which would...
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How can housing associations ensure rent payments amid DW...
Hi, I work for a housing association and last year managed to attach a managed payment to landlord (MPTL) for tenants self rent. Their...
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Freeholder nightmare – What are my options?
Hi there, advice and suggestions will be greatly appreciated. The freeholder of my property has a legal obligation as it states in...
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Is it worth chasing rent arrears and damages?
Hi, a few years ago, my tenants signed a Deed of Surrender (DOS) and they now owe four months rent plus the rent increased they have...
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Can ventilation systems tackle damp in homes?
Hi, with damp and mould being a big issue, are ventilation systems a good idea? This last winter on the south coast there were very...
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Just be thankful you don’t let in Amsterdam?
My daughter is renting out her apartment in Amsterdam, having moved to Leiden.
Her tax liability will be based on the size and location...
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Landlords to test digital tax records
HMRC is encouraging self-employed individuals and landlords to take part in testing a new digital tax record system.
From April 2026,
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