Why affordability is key to the rent control argument
Fixing affordability in housing could help avert the need for rent controls - but there's no such silver bullet, says Adrian Gill, Non-Exec Board Member at Reapit.
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Fixing affordability in housing could help avert the need for rent controls - but there's no such silver bullet, says Adrian Gill, Non-Exec Board Member at Reapit.
The Chancellor announced new measures to combat the cost of living crisis in the UK in the Spring Statement 2022, including removing VAT on energy saving materials for homes; an increase to the National Insurance threshold; changes to business rates relief; and increases to the government's household support fund.
When considering a new letting agency, landlords keep certain attributes front of mind. Gerry Heggie, Hirsch Estates, explains some of the top things they look for.
The government has launched its UK-wide 'Homes for Ukraine' scheme. Here's how landlords, tenants, and letting agents can help support the initiative.
Legal expert answers letting agents' questions on right to rent, including using Identity Service Providers (IDSPs) and the new rules for Biometric Residence Cards.
From 6 April 2022, letting agents and landlords will be able to use certified Identity Service Providers (IDSPs) to digitally check the identity and eligibility of British and Irish Citizens to rent a property in England. Join David Smith as he talks through what agents and landlords need to know about using these new providers to stay compliant with their right to rent obligations.
More tenants and investors are choosing properties based on Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings, a potential opportunity for your agency's landlords.
Stratfords is a family-run agency that has successfully relied on organic growth for many years - but now recognises that it needs to actively grow to survive, as explained by Luke Thirkettle, Director of the agency.
Void periods fell in almost all regions monitored by Goodlord in its February 2022 Rental Index, while rents held steady, following a pattern of steadier prices over recent months.