It’s not meant to be damp when we’re indoors, but sadly some properties are damp, and when damp conditions persist, mould can grow. Although the exact risks from mould are hard to quantify, health experts generally agree that mould spores aren’t good for us. Which brings us to the question of what to do about […]
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Despite the current assault on Section 21, it’s still worth a recap on how the eviction process works. If procedures aren’t followed correctly there are all sorts of delays and issues which can prolong the landlord’s misery and cost more money to sort. You can even be found guilty of harassing your tenants or evicting […]
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Did you see these stomach-churning images on the Daily Mail? LegalforLandlords represented the landlord in gaining possession of his property after a nightmare tenant left it in a disgraceful state. Sim Sekhon, LforL Managing Director, commented: “These images are shocking, but it’s unfortunately not unusual. This case really illustrates the importance of having a robust […]
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The Property Ombudsman (TPO) offers the following advice relating to the possibility of a fraudulent reference – check, check and check again. Their message is that it’s all too easy to be taken in by something that looks genuine. One of their case studies reads like a whodunnit, with false trails laid by crafty tenants […]
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With winter on the way, it’s natural to be thinking about the most economical way to heat and light your home. Most of us are aware that the different utility providers have a range of tariffs and that switching is possible. We know insulation measures can cut fuel costs, but as a tenant, what rights […]
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It’s standard practice for a landlord or agent to ask you to pay a deposit when you agree to a tenancy. When you leave the property, providing you haven’t caused any damage to the property or failed to pay your rent or bills, you’ll get the deposit back. The deposit gives the landlord or agent […]
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When you decided to become a landlord, did you research your target market? I know that many in property rental are focused, but I suspect that plenty of landlords drifted into the business without clear direction. With property one of the few investments delivering decent returns, that’s understandable. You sort your buy-to-let purchase and think […]
Read MoreWe’re delighted to announce that LegalforLandlords has been shortlisted in two categories at this Year’s National LIS Awards held by the National Landlord Investment Show. Best Landlord Legal Services Provider Best Landlord Insurance Provider The National Awards show will take place on 21st November in London’s Grosvenor House Hotel to celebrate the private rented sector. […]
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You may have spotted the case of a tenant ordered to repay more than £100,000 in profits he’d made by unlawfully letting the council property he tenanted. It made the headlines because of the eye-watering sums involved, but the detail is also revealing. The subletting had been going on since 2013, and the vehicle used […]
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A credit score is used to assess whether or not you will be able to repay a loan, mortgage or credit card debt. If you’re not looking to buy a property, don’t have a loan and you’re on top of your credit or store card payments, it would be easy to think your credit score […]
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A friend of mine is facing a dilemma. Over the next year or so, he’s hoping to move to New Zealand. He’s getting all his ducks in a row now. His profession is one that’s in demand, he has contacts, friends and a promise of a place to stay while he finds his feet. But […]
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In the 2018 Ipsos MORI survey, only 30% of 1000 British adults trusted the estate agency profession. I’m taking that as a positive. In 2017, the figure was 26%. There’s still a long way to go, but I’m an optimist and that’s definitely an improvement. The figures quoted relate to estate agents, rather than property […]
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If you’re thinking the industry has had more than its fair share of changes recently, we suggest you brace yourself. A working group on the Regulation of Property Agents has just published its final report and more changes are likely to be on the way. If you’re expecting howls of protest from this camp, you’ll […]
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If you like company and can find the right housemates, sharing a flat or house can be a brilliant idea. It’s the ideal option if you’re ready to fly the family nest but would struggle to cover the rent on your own. It can also be a great way to help save up for a […]
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Okay, you’ve found a property to rent. Your reference application has been approved and the tenancy agreement is signed and sealed. But instead of simply handing over the keys, the agent now wants to involve you in a checking-in process. More admin, more paperwork, more time. Before you get stressed, it’s worth knowing that the […]
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