Rental law change: Rental property must be energy efficient
This month saw the introduction of the first step of a long-term government drive to improve energy efficiency in the private rental sector through the MEES programme – Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards.
Read moreWhat if tenants don’t pay the rent?
Fenn Wright letting agents’ tenant reference checks come with FREE legal cover, giving landlords peace of mind that they have redress if the rent isn’t paid.
Read more2016 Budget and property
In this week’s budget George Osborne announced Capital Gains Tax (CGT) rates are to be reduced from April 2016, and other measures that will affect those with property and those saving to buy property.
Read moreGood news for landlords in Essex
All regions of the UK will see falling owner-occupation levels and more private renting over the next decade, according to recent predictions from business consultancy firm PwC. And they forecast that the biggest and fastest increase will be in London. So why is this good news for Essex landlords?
Read moreInvestors are looking to beat the April deadline
Lettings industry sees rush of activity as new April stamp duty surcharge approaches.
Read moreTenancies for families ‘are getting longer’
Private rental sector tenancies are getting longer according to the Residential Landlords’ Association (RLA).
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