Be happy …
The property portal, Rightmove, has recently announced the names of the happiest places to live in the UK and, perhaps…
New fire alarm regulations for owner-occupied homes in Scotland
New rules are being introduced in Scotland to bring fire alarm regulations for owner-occupied homes in line with those that…
Tenancy agreements: staying up to date and ‘COVID-19 compliant’
As we’re all well aware, lettings legislation is ever-changing. Some of the amendments and new rules are around how things…
Right to Rent: Changes that came into effect on 2nd November 2020
In a move to improve the operation of the Right to Rent scheme for both landlords and tenants, the legislation…
How do I… get my rented property ready for winter?
It’s that time of year again when you need to make your property checks before winter sets in. And with the…
Energy efficiency: new consultation
The government recently launched a consultation on how best to improve the energy efficiency of Private Rented Sector (PRS) properties…
New measures protect tenants from eviction
The government has announced new measures that will protect tenants in England from being evicted until at least 11 January…
Government announces winter truce on evictions
The government has recently confirmed that there will be a winter truce on the enforcement of evictions over the forthcoming…
Your Move provides safe routine visit guidance in response to the coronavirus crisis
Whilst most landlords accept that it is unreasonable for them, or their agent, to frequently visit their rental property while…
Government announcement: new support for the housing market in England
The planning system in England has been more-or-less the same for the last 70 years, while our society and economy…