Your guide to the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016
In effect since 1 December 2022, here's what letting agents and landlords need to know about the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016.
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In effect since 1 December 2022, here's what letting agents and landlords need to know about the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016.
Letting agents or landlords seeking possession of a property need to follow strict guidance to stay compliant and resolve the situation fairly with their tenants, where possible.
The government has suggested several new routes to enforcement under the Renters' Reform Bill, including housing court reforms, an Ombudsman covering all private landlords, and the introduction of a property portal to improve compliance - as discussed by Paul Shamplina, Chief Commercial Officer at Hamilton Fraser.
The government has confirmed its intention to abolish section 21. At the same time, it plans to introduce new grounds under section 8 to strengthen landlords' rights to regain possession of their properties. David Smith, Partner at JMW Solicitors, joins series' host, Goodlord's Oli Sherlock, to discuss the implications of these proposals.
Sean Hooker answers questions on the Renters' Reform Bill 'A Fairer Private Rented Sector' white paper and what it means for the lettings sector.
Audit trails are key to staying compliant - and can be critical to navigating possession proceedings through court for your landlords' properties.
Leanne McCarthy, Claims Facilitator at Goodlord, outlines the top factors that will influence your tenants' rent arrears and your landlords' possession claims in 2022.
The claims to repossession process is still taking longer than normal so here's when we can expect these to return to pre-pandemic levels and what your agency can put in place to help your landlords and tenants.
Lettings laws and regulations vary across the borders for agents, landlords, and tenants in England, Scotland, and Wales. Here's a breakdown of what you need to know.