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Knight Frank Promotes 33 Staff Across Residential Business
Knight Frank has promoted 33 staff across its UK residential business, including new partners and associates in lettings, sales, and property management.
Government Plans Custodial-Only Deposit Protection for Tenancies
The government wants all tenancy deposits to be protected by custodial arrangements, according to Landlord Today.
Landlords Face £11,713 Cost Per Property to Meet EPC Rules
Landlord Today reports landlords may pay £11,713 per property to meet EPC rules, citing Pegasus Insight research.
Agent Claims Renters Rights Act Has No Effect So Far
A letting agent has claimed the Renters Rights Act has had no effect so far, according to Landlord Today.
Lettings Agency Group Highlights Value Amid Sector Changes
Lomond states that ongoing regulation and legislation changes in lettings show the need for professional support for landlords. The agency also notes persistent misconceptions about the sector.
Landlords Warned on Waste Disposal Risks This Summer
Landlords have been warned about waste disposal risks during summer property maintenance, with potential prosecution for mistakes involving hazardous materials.
Student Accommodation Sector Faces Major Shortfall in Bed Spaces
The UK student accommodation sector is experiencing significant under-supply, with a national shortfall of around 600,000 student bed spaces, according to a new report.
Rents on Newly-Let Homes Rise Across Great Britain
Average rent for newly let homes in Great Britain reached £1,392 in June, up 1.6% year-on-year, according to Hamptons via Landlord Today.
Landlord Exits Most Concentrated in London and South, Data Shows
Landlord exits from the private rental sector are most concentrated in London and the South of England, according to new data reported by Landlord Today.
Activists Present Five New Demands for Rental Sector Reform
Generation Rent has issued five new demands for rental sector reform as Andy Burnham is set to become Prime Minister, according to Landlord Today.
One-Year Re-Letting Ban Leaves 100,000 Rental Homes in Limbo
A new analysis highlights that 100,000 rental homes are affected by a one-year re-letting ban under the Renters Rights Act, impacting landlords who serve a Ground 1A notice to sell.
Propertymark: Red Tape Drives Investors Away from Buy-to-Let
Propertymark reports that more investors are considering commercial property over residential due to rising tax and compliance demands.