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'Inflexible' contracts have caused commercial property problems
A lack of manoeuvrability in commercial property contracts has helped to create a number of problems for the industry.
11 Nov 2008
A lack of manoeuvrability in commercial property contracts has helped to create a number of problems for the industry.
11 Nov 2008
Tenants should be 'protected' from ridicule
The National Landlords Association (NLA) has condemned landlords who seek to humiliate late-paying tenants.
30 Oct 2008
The National Landlords Association (NLA) has condemned landlords who seek to humiliate late-paying tenants.
30 Oct 2008
Report recommends private rented sector improvements
A more nuanced licensing system for landlords and mandatory regulation for letting agencies are two ways in which the private rented sector could be improved.
24 Oct 2008
A more nuanced licensing system for landlords and mandatory regulation for letting agencies are two ways in which the private rented sector could be improved.
24 Oct 2008
Energy-efficient homes 'attractive to tenants'
Landlords will find it easier to interest tenants if their properties are energy efficient, it has been claimed.
13 Oct 2008
Landlords will find it easier to interest tenants if their properties are energy efficient, it has been claimed.
13 Oct 2008
Tenants should be present for check-out
When moving out of a rented property, tenants should be present at the inventory 'check-out'.
10 Oct 2008
When moving out of a rented property, tenants should be present at the inventory 'check-out'.
10 Oct 2008
Tenants 'concerned by rising utility costs'
Eight in ten renters are worried about the cost of their household bills, new research has revealed.
01 Oct 2008
Eight in ten renters are worried about the cost of their household bills, new research has revealed.
01 Oct 2008
House supply 'affecting renting levels'
As demand for new housing continues to outstrip supply, more and more people will be looking for rented accommodation.
25 Sep 2008
As demand for new housing continues to outstrip supply, more and more people will be looking for rented accommodation.
25 Sep 2008
Homeowners 'taking in tenants'
There has been an 8.3 per cent increase in the number of homeowners taking in lodgers over the last 12 months as people attempt to find extra cash for their mortgage payments.
19 Sep 2008
There has been an 8.3 per cent increase in the number of homeowners taking in lodgers over the last 12 months as people attempt to find extra cash for their mortgage payments.
19 Sep 2008
Landlords can attract 'best tenants' with good interior design
Landlords wishing to attract the "best tenants" should pay close attention to the interior design of their property.
11 Sep 2008
Landlords wishing to attract the "best tenants" should pay close attention to the interior design of their property.
11 Sep 2008
London rental demand higher than supply, study reveals
The demand for rental property in London far outweighs supply, new research has revealed.
11 Sep 2008
The demand for rental property in London far outweighs supply, new research has revealed.
11 Sep 2008
Strong rental demand for 'high-spec' property
Tenant demand for high-spec rental properties is increasing as people come to see their homes, rented or otherwise, as a reflection of themselves, it has been claimed.
10 Sep 2008
Tenant demand for high-spec rental properties is increasing as people come to see their homes, rented or otherwise, as a reflection of themselves, it has been claimed.
10 Sep 2008
Students 'should inspect gas safety of accommodation'
Students 'should inspect gas safety of accommodation'
08 Sep 2008
Students 'should inspect gas safety of accommodation'
08 Sep 2008
New home energy ratings 'will help tenants'
The introduction of new home energy ratings will provide tenants with an opportunity to find the most efficient homes while providing landlords with a chance to market their green credentials.
29 Aug 2008
The introduction of new home energy ratings will provide tenants with an opportunity to find the most efficient homes while providing landlords with a chance to market their green credentials.
29 Aug 2008
Property rental prices 'historically low'
Tenants looking for property to rent are in a good position because prices are relatively low at the moment, it has been claimed.
26 Aug 2008
Tenants looking for property to rent are in a good position because prices are relatively low at the moment, it has been claimed.
26 Aug 2008
London rents 'leveling out' for tenants
As the supply eventually begins to meet demand in London, tenant rents are beginning to level out, according to a new report.
20 Aug 2008
As the supply eventually begins to meet demand in London, tenant rents are beginning to level out, according to a new report.
20 Aug 2008
Rental demand 'high' and yields 'good'
As the housing market cools, professional investors could be set to benefit from falling prices, the Times has reported.
11 Aug 2008
As the housing market cools, professional investors could be set to benefit from falling prices, the Times has reported.
11 Aug 2008
Sale and rent back scheme code of practice for landlords
The sale and rent back system that offers those facing repossession the option to sell their property and then have it rented back to them is being examined by the National Landlords Association (NLA).
08 Aug 2008
The sale and rent back system that offers those facing repossession the option to sell their property and then have it rented back to them is being examined by the National Landlords Association (NLA).
08 Aug 2008
Landlords advised to check tenant's credentials
Landlords need to make sure they carry out checks on prospective tenants to avoid becoming victims of rental arrears.
22 Jul 2008
Landlords need to make sure they carry out checks on prospective tenants to avoid becoming victims of rental arrears.
22 Jul 2008
Energy Performance Certificates good news for "cash-strapped renters"
Tenants will be pleased to learn that those landlords failing to supply an energy performance certificate (EPC) will face "considerable fines".
21 Jul 2008
Tenants will be pleased to learn that those landlords failing to supply an energy performance certificate (EPC) will face "considerable fines".
21 Jul 2008
Survey shows tenants are easy to find
An independent survey of landlords, that looks at attitudes towards the government's proposed Sale and Rent Back system and the housing market, has revealed that capital growth is as important as rental yields.
18 Jul 2008
An independent survey of landlords, that looks at attitudes towards the government's proposed Sale and Rent Back system and the housing market, has revealed that capital growth is as important as rental yields.
18 Jul 2008
Tenants rising under Rent now Buy later scheme
The number of people becoming tenants could rise significantly under the government's proposed 'Rent first, buy later' scheme.
17 Jul 2008
The number of people becoming tenants could rise significantly under the government's proposed 'Rent first, buy later' scheme.
17 Jul 2008
Calls for recompense of private landlords under 'Rent First, Buy later' scheme
Commenting on the Government's proposed Rent First, Buy Later scheme, price comparison site Moneysupermarket.com has said that private landlords will want compensation.
17 Jul 2008
Commenting on the Government's proposed Rent First, Buy Later scheme, price comparison site Moneysupermarket.com has said that private landlords will want compensation.
17 Jul 2008
Value of private rental sector now over £500 billion
The value of the Private Rented Sector is now larger than all privately-owned property and the rental market is helping to "stabilise housing".
14 Jul 2008
The value of the Private Rented Sector is now larger than all privately-owned property and the rental market is helping to "stabilise housing".
14 Jul 2008
Tenants 'less exposed' to rising cost of living
New research has shown that those looking to rent property are better placed than homeowners to ride out the financial storm caused by the rising cost of living.
11 Jul 2008
New research has shown that those looking to rent property are better placed than homeowners to ride out the financial storm caused by the rising cost of living.
11 Jul 2008
Surge in demand for rental property expected
As first-time buyers struggle to get on the housing ladder and homeowners get cold feet about investing, landlords believe there will be a surge in demand for rental property.
30 Jun 2008
As first-time buyers struggle to get on the housing ladder and homeowners get cold feet about investing, landlords believe there will be a surge in demand for rental property.
30 Jun 2008
Modern kitchen and bathrooms may help landlords rent property
As buy-to-let investors find the market getting more competitive, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has suggested that having a modern bathroom and kitchen can attract tenants.
25 Jun 2008
As buy-to-let investors find the market getting more competitive, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has suggested that having a modern bathroom and kitchen can attract tenants.
25 Jun 2008
Rental yields at an all-time high
As news of falling property prices hit the headlines again yesterday (June 23rd), good news comes to buy-to-let investors.
24 Jun 2008
As news of falling property prices hit the headlines again yesterday (June 23rd), good news comes to buy-to-let investors.
24 Jun 2008
New site for landlords helps keep "costs down and tenants happy"
As lenders tighten their criteria and mortgage rates soar, a new website has been launched to encourage landlords to stay in the market by helping to keep "costs down and tenants happy".
10 Jun 2008
As lenders tighten their criteria and mortgage rates soar, a new website has been launched to encourage landlords to stay in the market by helping to keep "costs down and tenants happy".
10 Jun 2008
Landlords need to get insurance cover for rental arrears
Buy-to-let investors have been advised to check their insurance policies to ensure they are covered if their tenant fails to pay the rent.
05 Jun 2008
Buy-to-let investors have been advised to check their insurance policies to ensure they are covered if their tenant fails to pay the rent.
05 Jun 2008
House sales slump pushes homeowners to rental market
As the housing market slows an increasing number of homeowners are turning to the rental market to take advantage of an increase in demand and rising rents.
22 May 2008
As the housing market slows an increasing number of homeowners are turning to the rental market to take advantage of an increase in demand and rising rents.
22 May 2008
Rental accommodation not 'second best'
The governing body of landlords is keen to push the message that rented housing is a viable option for cautious borrowers and should not be seen as "second-best".
21 May 2008
The governing body of landlords is keen to push the message that rented housing is a viable option for cautious borrowers and should not be seen as "second-best".
21 May 2008
Lenders promise fair play in current climate
The chancellor of the exchequer has held a meeting with senior government ministers and prominent figures from the mortgage industry.
23 Apr 2008
The chancellor of the exchequer has held a meeting with senior government ministers and prominent figures from the mortgage industry.
23 Apr 2008
Landlords benefit from tenant demand
UK landlords believe that there is currently rapid growth in tenant demand.
11 Apr 2008
UK landlords believe that there is currently rapid growth in tenant demand.
11 Apr 2008
Credit crunch leads to increased rents
Rents in Scotland are on the rise and it is largely down to the global credit crunch.
07 Apr 2008
Rents in Scotland are on the rise and it is largely down to the global credit crunch.
07 Apr 2008
UK rents rise in February
New figures show that average rents increased in February, as demand for rented accommodation also rose.
01 Apr 2008
New figures show that average rents increased in February, as demand for rented accommodation also rose.
01 Apr 2008
Lack of contract leads to tenant dispute
A court case between a landlord and his tenant has highlighted the importance of getting a formal contract drawn up.
20 Mar 2008
A court case between a landlord and his tenant has highlighted the importance of getting a formal contract drawn up.
20 Mar 2008
Landlords see rents rise
UK landlords benefited from increased rents in the three months to February 2008.
11 Mar 2008
UK landlords benefited from increased rents in the three months to February 2008.
11 Mar 2008
Rental demand increases
Demand for rented accommodation increased in the final quarter of 2007, spelling good news for UK landlords.
05 Mar 2008
Demand for rented accommodation increased in the final quarter of 2007, spelling good news for UK landlords.
05 Mar 2008
Rental yields up in January
Rental yields increased in January as the UK buy-to-let market went from strength to strength.
28 Jan 2008
Rental yields increased in January as the UK buy-to-let market went from strength to strength.
28 Jan 2008
More Brits choosing to rent
More people are choosing to rent property as the costs associated with buying a home continue to rise.
25 Jan 2008
More people are choosing to rent property as the costs associated with buying a home continue to rise.
25 Jan 2008
UK landlords see huge rise in rents
The UK buy-to-let market is "just about the strongest in the world".
04 Jan 2008
The UK buy-to-let market is "just about the strongest in the world".
04 Jan 2008
Rental demand soars
Landlords are benefiting from increased demand for rented accommodation.
21 Dec 2007
Landlords are benefiting from increased demand for rented accommodation.
21 Dec 2007
High rents boost for landlords
Landlords continue to benefit from high tenant demand and increasing rents.
18 Dec 2007
Landlords continue to benefit from high tenant demand and increasing rents.
18 Dec 2007
Professional tenants attractive to landlords
Most landlords prefer having professional tenants because they are able to pay more rent.
14 Dec 2007
Most landlords prefer having professional tenants because they are able to pay more rent.
14 Dec 2007
Tenant demand reaches record levels
Tenant demand is at its highest level for five years, according to the latest figures from the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (Arla).
28 Nov 2007
Tenant demand is at its highest level for five years, according to the latest figures from the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (Arla).
28 Nov 2007
Tenants must protect themselves
Half of all tenants in the UK fail to protect themselves when moving into rented accommodation.
19 Nov 2007
Half of all tenants in the UK fail to protect themselves when moving into rented accommodation.
19 Nov 2007
Big demand for renting in the south-east
Landlords in London and the south-east are benefiting from huge demand for rented accommodation.
12 Nov 2007
Landlords in London and the south-east are benefiting from huge demand for rented accommodation.
12 Nov 2007
Rules should be simplified for tenancy deposit schemes
There are calls for simplified rules surrounding tenancy deposit schemes.
05 Oct 2007
There are calls for simplified rules surrounding tenancy deposit schemes.
05 Oct 2007
Renting gains in popularity
Private renting is growing in popularity in the England, according to a comprehensive report into housing in the country between 2005 and 2006.
03 Oct 2007
Private renting is growing in popularity in the England, according to a comprehensive report into housing in the country between 2005 and 2006.
03 Oct 2007
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