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Survey reveals landlords are optimistic amid uncertainty
Despite a gloomy private rented sector filled with uncertainty, one lender group reveals landlords are continuing to invest in the...
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Council urges landlords to join its Safer Renting scheme
A scheme that aims to improve the quality and safety of rented properties in Weymouth and Portland has been launched by Dorset Council.
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Drop in buy to let mortgages as older landlords sell up
The number of landlords taking out new buy to let mortgages has plummeted, according to new figures.
According to UK Finance, buy-to-let...
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Quadruple surge in fake tenancy applications
Fraudulent tenancy applications have quadrupled in the last two years, according to new research.
Referencing agency Homelet says...
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Block of flats insurance for landlords
If you own a block of flats and rent them out to tenants, you may need a special type of insurance to protect your property and your...
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How do I fill in the Warrant of Possession section 4 deta...
Hi, I’m really confused about what to put in the warrant detail section 4. What amount I should put in (a) and (b)?
Or shall I leave...
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Landbay launches fee-free five-year fixed-rate BTL mortgages
Landbay has announced the launch of two new fee-free five-year fixed-rate mortgages for landlords, with competitive rates and flexible...
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