Yesterday (09/07/18), Government launched a new version of the How to Rent Guide. This series of guides form a key part of government’s crackdown on poor practice by a minority of landlords and agents in the private rented and leasehold sectors. Included in the new ‘how to’ guides is an updated version of How to […]
Read MoreIt’s probably not an exaggeration to say that, in general, lettings agents aren’t respected by Joe Public. Some agencies, clearly, don’t deserve any respect, and the sooner the industry can eliminate these rogues, the better. Others, however, are highly competent, professional and diligent, but we never hear about those businesses other than in the industry […]
Read MoreOur legal team completed the Starlight Ladies Walk for St Rocco’s Hospice on Saturday 23 June. We are pleased to say they have now passed their £400 target & are hoping to reach over £500 with their upcoming tombola on Wednesday. Well done Ladies! You can .
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New ‘how to’ guides for landlords, leaseholders and tenants in England The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has published new ‘how to’ guides so that landlords, leaseholders and tenants in England can understand their rights and responsibilities. This series of guides form a key part of government’s crackdown on poor practice by a […]
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A few months ago, I was lamenting the loss of a few substantial accounts. Lured away by an attractive headline price for tenant referencing, the clients took their business to our competitors. In theory, it would have been possible to keep the business – if we’d been prepared to reduce quality and restrict the service […]
Read MoreIn tenant quality counts. Other suppliers might have a tempting headline price, but they’re fond of adding in a few extra charges, subscription and transaction fees. What’s more, they don’t have the quality systems we have. Our is thorough, and it’s backed by the right technology – tenants can even log in and track progress. It’s a quality service […]
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The buy-to-let business has definitely got harder. But – and this may appear controversial – before recent Government changes, it was perhaps a little too easy. With few barriers and high returns, the sector was attractive to some people who didn’t have the skills, the attitude or the responsible approach that being a landlord demands. […]
Read MoreThere is a risk-free way to earn extra income. It’s very simple. You refer people to for insurance. If they purchase cover – and we do all the work – you earn the commission. We’re not talking peanuts. Commission on ten lettings a month could be up to £1000. Get cracking before the fees ban comes […]
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Judging tenants is a specialist skill. It’s part art and part science, and we take pride in getting it spot on. But judging football results is something else entirely. The World Cup always has a few surprises, so surprise us with your insight. Email marketing@legalforlandlords.co.uk to enter. Good luck!
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Over the last couple of weeks, email traffic has gone through the roof. Organisations you’ve never heard of have been desperately fighting for your attention. You’ve probably lost track of the numbers of new privacy policies you’re expected to read and understand. After the panic of the GDPR deadline, things will, hopefully, now return to […]
Read MoreThe Warrington Business Awards has formally announced the 2018 finalists and we are delighted to be finalists for the Employer of the Year and our MD, Sim Sekhon, is also a finalist for Business Man of the Year. This is a great achievement for us and whilst we’re celebrating our status as finalists, we won’t let […]
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If it seems like it has been years since the issue of mandatory client money protection was first raised, that’s because it is. On numerous occasions, we’ve been told about possible dates for implementation of regulations, but it hasn’t happened. Now, following a campaign by ARLA Propertymark, the finishing line is in sight, and all […]
Read MoreTo be change-averse in current times is seen as a hindrance to progress. We are constantly encouraged to embrace the new, to adapt and to engage with emerging technologies, to choose faster ways of doing business and communicating. It’s an attitude that appears in every part of our lives – from the latest thinking on […]
Read MoreIt’s clear the Right to Rent scheme was bound to cause serious problems, as highlighted by the Windrush scandal-where people faced deportation threats, job losses, and denied NHS care-revealing its significant human cost. Regardless of the cause, Right to Rent has made documentation essential-without proof like a passport or citizenship, even long-term UK residents can […]
Read MoreGet on with it The key message from last week’s ARLA Propertymark Conference was that the ban on charging fees to tenants is inevitable and that the industry should accept that and get on with preparing for the change. Our message is slightly different. Yes, accept and prepare but don’t struggle to do that on […]
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