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Long-awaited Bill needs ‘flesh on the bones,’ says PayProp boss

The Renters (Reform) Bill leaves a number of crucial unanswered questions that could threaten future investment in the industry from landlords and letting agents.

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Government must act to grow the PRS, says PayProp chief

Landlords are leaving the private rented sector, leading to a shortage of homes to rent. Neil Cobbold, managing director of PayProp UK, explains how the government can encourage investment again.

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The Property Ombudsman reveals biggest causes of consumer complaints

How many formal complaints are made against letting agents each year? The Property Ombudsman has released its latest annual report detailing the complaints it receives from landlords and tenants.

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PayProp Rent Report

Right to rent fines to see massive increase

The government plans to increase fines for landlords and letting agents who knowingly rent to unauthorised immigrants.

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PayProp Rent Report

New free service will help tenants through eviction process

The government’s Housing Loss Prevention Advice Service will provide free legal advice to anyone facing eviction – and landlords are worried it could cost them.

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Lettings industry decries latest client account closures

Property industry groups have written to the government after banks once again closed undesignated client accounts held by letting agents. How can agents protect their businesses from sudden account closures?

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PayProp Rent Report

Is your portfolio at risk from unauthorised subletting?

A survey by insurance provider Direct Line found that 13% of tenants have sublet part or all of their home. What are the risks, and how can you manage them?

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Agents Giving dragon boat race returns next month

Back by popular demand, property industry charity Agents Giving is hosting another dragon boat race on 10 September.