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Guide to Data Protection Regulations in the UK: real estate 

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...

Is it the landlord’s responsibility to deal with bed bugs?  

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...

Updated ‘How to rent’ guide: October 2023 

In October 2023, the 'How to rent' guide underwent an update, and understanding its significance to your agency and property owners in their letting processes is crucial. The How to rent guide serves...

Why is Open Banking Significant for Letting Agents? 

Open banking holds vast potential across various industries including real estate. Let us explore how this secure online solution can be advantageous to estate and letting agents...

Is the future looking brighter for landlords and letting agents? 

No More Uncertainty About EPCs (Energy Performance Certificate) The government has made a significant policy reversal regarding its previously announced intention to raise Minimum Energy Efficiency...

Plans to increase the mandatory EPC ratings for properties may now be abandoned 

In a recent announcement, Rishi Sunak has revealed that the government's plans to revise EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating standards for properties and implement a ban on gas boilers will be...

Guide to the possession action process

If a property owner or letting agent needs to regain possession of a property, they should follow the government’s guidance which is to mediate with your tenant before going down the repossession...

Report into damp and mould in privately rented housing 

The report based on damp and mould in the private rented sector highlights the following findings:...

Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) – What’s new

What is the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)? The Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) can be used to identify any potential hazards that may impact privately rented...

10% year-on-year increase in the average cost of rent in August 2023 

The August Rental Index by Goodlord revealed that the cost of rent is up 10% year-on-year. The summer season is the busiest time with tenants continuing to face soaring prices during this season. Void...