The Renters’ Rights Bill

18th September 2024
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The Renters’ Rights Bill, recently discussed in UK Parliament, aims to overhaul the private rental sector. With significant changes proposed around no-fault evictions, rent increases, and housing standards, landlords must be prepared for stricter regulations. This article explores the Bill’s key provisions, potential challenges for landlords, and expert advice on navigating the evolving landscape. Learn how to stay ahead of the changes and protect your rental investments.

Housing Law – Gas Safety Certificates

26th March 2018
The case of Caridon Property Ltd v Monty Shooltz has clarified the position regarding service of Gas Safety Certificates and the validity of Section 21 Notices, with regard to Tenancies started after the commencement of the Deregulation Act 2015, in October of that year.

Sham Agents

22nd March 2018
We are coming across an increasing number of Letting Agents who are flagrantly flouting the law. Landlords must remember that the Agent is their Agent and they are responsible for their actions, and inactions.

Unprotected Tenancy Deposits

22nd March 2018
We are shocked to learn how many Landlords still do not lodge the Deposits they take from their Tenants, with a regulated Deposit Protection Scheme. Disputes arising from an unprotected Deposit can cost a Landlord thousands of pounds in compensation to their Tenants. It is against the law to take a Deposit and not protect it in an approved scheme.

Judgment overturned without an Appeal

19th December 2017
We were instructed by a tenant in a commercial landlord and tenant dispute whereby the landlord (a limited company) forfeited (i.e. terminated) a lease on the grounds of alleged breach of covenant, namely the failure to pay utility bills in relation to the premises.

Brief Guide to the Tenancy Deposit Scheme

1st August 2014
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This business development briefing just provides an overview of the law in this area. You should talk to a lawyer for a complete understanding of how it may affect your particular circumstances. It explains what a tenancy deposit scheme (TDS) is and what a landlord’s obligations are under a TDS.