Residential Lettings

Squatters, bang to rights? Jan 20, 2012

The amendment to the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Bill currently progressing through Parliament will mean that anyone found squatting in a residential property could face up to a year in jail and/or a £5,000 fine.

Property – a good investment? Jan 3, 2012

UK homeowners shouldn’t count on making money from the capital appreciation of their property, says Grant Shapps.

The colourful world of deposits Jan 2, 2012

TDS leads a continuing campaign to make deposit resolution open and easy to understand.

Rogue landlords on the increase Dec 8, 2011

Rogue landlords are out there and they’re getting away with it, say Campbell Robb, Chief Executive of Shelter.

AIIC advice to landlords Nov 10, 2011

Many landlords are still unaware of even basic health and safety rules when leaving their properties for rental.

Government supports Tenancy Deposit Scheme Nov 4, 2011

The Government has ruled out compulsory Clients' Money Protection, but supports Tenancy Deposit Scheme, says Housing Minister Grant Shapps.

The EU's most prosperous countries have the highest numbers of rented housing Oct 7, 2011

The property landscape is changing; we must look to the future says John Grimes, MD of Drummonds Property Rentals.

Rent deferral from riot-affected business Oct 5, 2011

The British Property Federation (BPF) and the law firm Hogan Lovells have issued a legally drafted letter that allows landlords to defer rent from riot affected businesses.

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