December 2016

New form for suspended possession orders

A new court form is available for use when tenants have breached the terms of their suspended possession order. The form was published as a result of the Court of Appeal’s decision in Cardiff City Council v Lee. Prior to this case, it was understood that when a tenant breached the terms of their possession […]

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RLA members raise over £2,200 for charities

Since introducing Gone for Good to our members earlier this year, they have donated goods worth over £2,200 to charity via the app. That’s a fantastic achievement which has helped several charities and families in need. The Gone for Good app matches landlords with local charities who actively want to receive particular items and will […]

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Landlords show fighting spirit

Bah humbug said Scrooge – and so might I. Politics is a strange world, and the year’s events (Trump, Brexit and elsewhere in Europe) are topsy-turvy. But I still find it strange that Britain’s best and most effective form of housing provision is coming under such consistent attack. Should I depress you with a blow-by-blow […]

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Manchester City Council announces Selective Licensing Scheme

Having previously abandoned selective licensing citing it as ineffective, Manchester City Council is planning to introduce a selective licensing scheme. The scheme will effect twenty-three streets within the Crumpsall Ward and in total 400 private rented sector houses. Due to come into force on 13 March 2017 and having effect until 12 March 2022. The […]

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Writing a list, checking it twice: Christmas Rent Survival Guide

The shops are packed, lights are twinkling and you’ve probably had the same festive song buzzing around your head for weeks. Yes, the pace is hotting up and panic is beginning to set in. Sometimes, when you’re caught up in the melee, it’s hard to remember that Christmas is supposed to be a relaxing and […]

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How do you stack up with other landlords?

We are always here working to help you in your landlord business. Our Landlord Advice Team provide advice and support when you have problems or questions. We support you with our documents, guides and training to keep you up-to-date with the latest developments and legislation. We also offer discounts on services that every landlord needs to […]

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RLA launches new Landlord Advice live chat service

The RLA’s Landlord Advice Team is now offering a live chat service. The new service is available to all full members on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Expert members of the team will be offering live chats over the web, advising on everything from tenancies to deposits and evictions. The LAT will still be available […]

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Writing a list, checking it twice: Christmas Rent Survival Guide

The shops are packed, lights are twinkling and you’ve probably had the same festive song buzzing around your head for weeks. Yes, the pace is hotting up and panic is beginning to set in. Sometimes, when you’re caught up in the melee, it’s hard to remember that Christmas is supposed to be a relaxing and […]

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RPI: Tenants trashed my property

When you start out as a landlord aged 22 you learn a thing or two about managing property. Here, James Davis offers a helping hand for landlords facing deposit disputes When tenants hand in their notice, less interested landlords strap themselves in for the inescapable deposit dispute. Proactive landlords will be comfortable, knowing how to […]

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