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New platform promises to simplify property maintenance for landlords

A new online platform has been launched to help landlords streamline their property maintenance processes.
Fiixit has been founded by experienced landlord Tajinder Sohal with the aim of reducing the stress and time associated with managing repairs and…

Scottish Parliament urged to address rent control concerns

The Scottish Government is being urged to consider the findings of a recent report on the Housing (Scotland) Bill – especially over rent control measures.
The call from Propertymark says the report, published by the Local Government

Councils crackdown on private landlords while failing tenants

Councils across England are taking a tougher stance on private landlords, introducing stricter regulations and hefty fines – but are facing significant backlash for their own housing failures, the Telegraph reveals.
Its investigation found that l…

Why was my Universal Credit direct rent payment request denied?

Hi, in short, my tenant is in significant arrears. They had a child in hospital for a while and I was sympathetic to their inability to sort out their payments during this time.
Despite receiving Universal Credit (UC) they have not made up their missed…

The UK’s PRS diverges with London slumping and other areas soaring

The UK’s rental market has a stark regional divide, with London experiencing significant declines in rent prices, while Wales and Yorkshire continue to see double-digit growth.
According to the latest data from Home.co.uk, annualised national gro…

Property Investors Awards Finalists for 2024 revealed

The Property Investors Awards has unveiled the highly anticipated finalists for 2024.
This year’s entries showcased an “exceptional array of talent” in the property investment world.
The winners will be announced on the 30th of November at the prestigi…

Climbing the Property Investment Ladder: Start Smart, Avoid Regrets

Getting started in property investing is exciting. It’s a chance to build wealth, create financial freedom, and take control of your future. But for many beginners, the excitement can lead to rushing in too quickly and skipping essential steps. Unfortu…

Council defies Ombudsman by refusing to pay over housing issues

A council has sparked outrage after refusing to comply with a Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman’s order to pay compensation to a domestic abuse victim.
The woman, who was forced to flee her home with her children

The Tenant Trap: Are Rising Rents Pushing the UK Toward a Renters’ Crisis?

The Tenant Trap: Are Rising Rents Pushing the UK Toward a Renters’ Crisis?
The UK’s private rented sector is in turmoil. As landlords exit the market in record numbers, tenants are finding themselves trapped in a vicious cycle of rising rents and…

The Tenant Trap: Are Rising Rents Pushing the UK Toward a Renters’ Crisis?

The Tenant Trap: Are Rising Rents Pushing the UK Toward a Renters’ Crisis?
The UK’s private rented sector is in turmoil. As landlords exit the market in record numbers, tenants are finding themselves trapped in a vicious cycle of rising rents and…

Courts need more cash to help prevent tenant eviction – Law Society

The Law Society of England and Wales has issued an urgent call for increased funding for legal aid to support renters at risk of eviction.
The plea comes as new figures from the Ministry of Justice reveal a significant surge in possession orders.

Is the NRLA still run for a common purpose?

Hello, I posted below as a response to a topic last week but maybe this should be discussed more as many seem to questioning the actions of the NRLA in respect of the Renters’ (Reform) and the Renters’ Rights Bills.

House prices dip post-Budget but 2025 looks bright – Rightmove

Average house prices have fallen by 1.4% this month, a larger drop than the usual seasonal decline, which is probably down to pre- and post-Budget jitters, Rightmove reveals.
It says that despite the recent slowdown, the housing market remains more act…

Advice on my justification to terminate the agency agreement?

Hello fellow landlords, I have a situation for which I am wondering if anyone has advice.
In late 2022 I let my flat in London using a well know national (and international) estate agent and they arranged a 24 month Tenancy Agreement.

How to cut energy bills in a Victorian HMO?

Hi, could I please get some advice on reducing energy bills in my rental property. The property is an old Victorian 3 storey house currently rented out to four individual tenants with a potential 5th in the future.
Currently locked in a contract with B…

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