Landlords warned over ‘bankruptcy’ threat from Renters (Reform) Bill
The focus on ending ‘no fault’ evictions has overshadowed the threat of “devastating” fines, says Landlord Licensing & Defence
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Government faces ‘tough balancing act’ over rent rule changes
Knight Frank points to supply-and-demand issues in London and the risk of losing more landlords
Tenants could be reluctant to access new rights, survey suggests
The removal of Section 21 no-fault evictions might not give tenants greater confidence, housing charity warns
Landlord confusion over EPC plans causes concern
Survey finds proposed government regulation is often mistaken for guidance
Agency questions need for proposed Section 21 evictions abolition
Controversial government measure has been put under the microscope by the property services specialist
EPC survey shows little progress over last 12 months
Government’s message is not getting through, says Open Property Group
Propertymark gives thumbs-up to government anti-social action plan
The industry body has welcomed proposals to give landlords more power to evict tenants but is concerned by lack of capacity in the existing court system
Funding group suggests legislation to solve homeownership crisis
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt missed a trick in the recent budget to help first-time buyers, according to the HFA
Agency warns of landlord confusion over rate changes
New rules are in danger of creating ‘an uneven playing field’, according to Knight Frank
Propertymark reveals issues with regulation shake-up
But opportunity exists for good, reputable agents, the organisation insists