New York has recently implemented new regulations for short-term lets, producing an immediate impact. This raises the question: to what extent should the UK government follow suit? ...

Typically, landlords must demonstrate a financial loss to make a claim from the tenancy deposit. Non-payment of utility bills by the tenant does not automatically translate to a financial loss for the ...

Airbnb, a platform specialising in short-term rentals, has sparked controversy within the private rented sector by encouraging tenants to lease out their spare rooms. A previously conducted survey by ...

Rent prices took a notable 11% downturn following the scorching summer as the market experienced a cooling phase in October. The latest report by the Goodlord Rental Index indicates a substantial drop ...

In recent years , Deposit Replacement Schemes have gained more popularity and have recently been mentioned in the How to Rent Guide. However, there are still many misconceptions about deposits and ...

The Renters (Reform) Bill represents a significant legislative endeavour aimed at revamping the private rental sector. Among its primary objectives is the eradication of Section 21 "no fault" ...

The data indicates that there has been minimal change in recent months; rents remain steep, and available rental properties are scarce. According to the "State of the Lettings Industry 2023" report ...

Limited company structures are gaining popularity among landlords, with Hamptons reporting that a significant 74% of landlords purchasing buy-to-let properties in 2023 have chosen this business ...

Understanding the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compelled European Union companies to adhere to fresh data protection regulations, imposing ...

Bed bugs are currently making headlines, with reports indicating their presence on public transport, in hospitals, and, inevitably, in people's homes. The mere thought of them can be quite unsettling. ...