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Government Confirms Short Let Landlord Register for England by March
The government has announced that England’s register for short let landlords will be fully operational by March next year, following similar schemes in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales.
Green Party Deputy Leader Owns Two Buy-to-Let Properties in Leeds
Green Party deputy leader Mothin Ali reportedly owns two buy-to-let properties in Leeds through his company, MA Holdings, according to Landlord Today.
Complaints About Faulty New-Builds Triple in a Year, Says NHOS
The New Homes Ombudsman Service reports a 204% rise in formal complaints about new-build properties, increasing from 593 to 1,802 in a year.
Controversy Reported Over Politician’s Buy to Let Properties
Letting Agent Today reports controversy and mystery around a politician’s buy to let properties and related policies.
Reapit: CRMs Should Support Long-Term Customer Relationships
Reapit states that future CRM development will help agents maintain long-term customer relationships, beyond single transactions, according to Letting Agent Today.
Prime London Lettings Market Faces Supply Shortage Linked to Renters Rights Act
New data shows a supply shortage in the prime London lettings market, with lower new listings and rising rents, reportedly linked to the Renters Rights Act.
Government Sets March Deadline for Mandatory Short Lets Register in England
The government has announced that England’s register for Airbnb-style short lets will be fully operational by March next year. Similar schemes are already in place in Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Majority of Property Investors Eye Build to Rent Sector
Research shows 71% of property investors plan to invest in Build to Rent, despite a decline in new developments starting construction.
Leaseholders Urge Immediate £250 Ground Rent Cap
A leasehold group is calling for Prime Minister Andy Burnham to introduce a £250 ground rent cap immediately, arguing it would help leaseholders with the cost of living.
Company Ownership Now Accounts for 45% of Buy-to-Let Properties
New data from Lendlord shows that 45.1% of buy-to-let properties are owned by companies, with the proportion rising among landlords with larger portfolios.
Guarantor Shortage Restricts Tenant Choices in PRS, Says LRG
Research reported by Property118 finds tenants without guarantors are limiting their private rented sector options, with over half seeking cheaper properties.
Landlord Criticises Court Over Delayed Possession Order in Nottingham
A Nottingham landlord has criticised the court system after a possession order arrived two weeks late, following a six-month process. The case highlights ongoing delays in possession proceedings.