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New Damp and Mould Rules and Termination Changes Now in Effect
New rules on damp and mould, tenancy succession and wrongful termination have taken effect in Scotland, with fresh duties for private landlords under the Repairing Standard.
Many Making Tax Digital Software Packages Cannot File Returns
Landlord Today reports that many Making Tax Digital software packages cannot file returns, with HMRC's official list naming 128 products that handle landlords' UK property income.
Shelter Slammed by Shadow Housing Secretary Katie Lam
Shadow Housing Secretary Katie Lam has attacked Shelter, which has been accused in the mainstream media of re-fashioning a case study's comments to suit a political agenda.
Agency Veterans Join The Property Ombudsman Board
An estate agency veteran and a long-standing business consultant and agency adviser have become Non-Executive Directors of The Property Ombudsman board.
TDS Research: No Such Thing as a Typical Tenant Any More
New TDS Charitable Foundation research finds three quarters of renters want to buy a home, yet over four in 10 expect to rent for life.
Tenant Demand Strengthens Post-Renters Rights Act Implementation
Letting Agent Today reports that tenant demand has strengthened following the implementation of the Renters Rights Act, almost six months after it came into effect.
Cheffins and Building Society Launch Rent-to-Buy Initiative
Cheffins has partnered with a building society to launch a rent-to-buy initiative, according to Letting Agent Today.
Propertymark Launches Renting With Pets Guide for Letting Agents
Propertymark has launched a renting with pets guide for its letting agent members to help manage pet requests fairly, reduce risk and prevent disputes.
Scotland's Landlords Warned Over Inheritance Tax Changes
Landlords in Scotland could face higher inheritance tax bills if the government changes the rules in its forthcoming Budget, Property118 reports.
HMO Restrictions Could Worsen UK Rental Supply Crisis, Report Warns
A Property118 report argues that restricting houses of multiple occupation could deepen the UK's rental supply crisis, as HMOs face increasing restrictions.
Landlords Lose Six Days to Making Tax Digital Admin
Research from Tide suggests landlords could spend an average of six full days on Making Tax Digital administration in the scheme's first year, six months after it came into effect.
Neighbour's 17ft Garage 3ft From Boundary: Can You Stop It?
A reader asks Dean Dunham KC whether they can stop a neighbour who has built a 17ft tall, 20ft wide garage 3ft from their boundary fence to repair and sell cars.