Category: Landlord and Tenant
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New Building Safety Act 2022 – Our Preliminary Guide
The Building Safety Act 2022 is a new legislation that aims to improve the safety of high-rise buildings in the UK. It can be said that the main cause for the introduction of Act was in response to the tragic Grenfell Tower fire in 2017, which claimed the lives of 72 people and raised serious…
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MEES Regime
With cost of energy rising significantly recently, energy efficiency has become a hot topic for discussion throughout all walks of life. From switching off electrical appliances on standby to reducing the frequency and time of operating your washing machine, the recommendations and suggestions are endless. Tenants of commercial leases are no different and with the…
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What to consider with a Buy to Let property
If you are considering investing in a Buy to Let property, it is worth taking a little time to understand the potential risks and costs involved with a buy to let property, as well as the likely return on your investment. Is buy to let a good investment? In 2014, concerned that the buy to…
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What now following the cladding amendment (Fire Safety Bill) veto?
The Fire Safety Bill was introduced by the Government in March 2020 as a first step towards delivering their commitment towards implementing the Phase One Report of the Grenfell Tower Inquiry recommendations and improving cladding safety. Between July and October 2020, a 3-month governmental consultation exercise took place, where views were sought on how best…
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Can I Rent My Flat On Airbnb?
If you have a spare room or second property, then you might have considered renting it out through Airbnb or similar sites. It’s a popular platform designed to allow you to let rooms or whole apartments to those looking for a short-term stay. Homeowners list their property on the website with photos, house rules and…
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What Charges Still Apply To UK Tenants?
As a tenant you should be aware of the charges you can be expected to pay, but more importantly, what you cannot be charged for. On the 1 June 2019 the Tenant Fee Act 2019 was introduced in England and applies to all new tenancies granted from that date onwards. This has now been in…
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Energy efficiency in your home
It is commonly thought that fitting your house with the most modern equipment will help to save you money on your energy bills. Walls can be insulated, and windows can be replaced with ones that have a better seal, or double or even triple-glazed panes. However, there’s much more to it than that! This is…
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If you rent out property, then you need to know about the Right to Rent
Many people are not aware that you need to have a right to rent in order to take out a tenancy over a property, and that it’s the landlord’s responsibility to make sure all of their tenants comply. Even if you are aware of the principal, you might know what it means in practice or…
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Landlord and Tenant – What protection does the law provide?
Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1927, the lettings market was weighted heavily in favour of the landlord, meaning that only tenants who could demonstrate sufficient goodwill, such that compensation for the end of their tenancy would be inadequate, were entitled to renew their tenancy. The 1954 Act was introduced to strike a fairer balance…
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Utility suppliers: How to Switch
When you move into your new property (whether you own it or rent it) you may want to consider who the existing utility suppliers are and change to a more cost effective one. If you are buying the property, your conveyancing solicitor will be able to find out the details of the utility suppliers from…
