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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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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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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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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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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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Agents Giving honours giving agents at Summer Ball

The Fundraising Champion Awards recognised 2023's most charitable property professionals.
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Landlords left out of mortgage help

Landlords aren't covered by the new mortgage charter. How can agents help them deal with higher payments?
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New law could end rental bans on children and benefits

A joint UK and Scottish law could stop landlords from banning children and benefit claimants. Will it make a difference?