The starting point for the licensing rules for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) is that the landlord of a ‘large’ HMO requires a licence if the property is occupied by...
Changes in the law governing the relationship between landlords and tenants are in the pipeline, primarily aimed at protecting tenants. Some are expected to be in force by the summer,...
For some, it will make little difference, while others will face a complete change of approach. Dave Moulton, property disputes specialist solicitor at Fraser Dawbarns outlines the key points. Although...
Tenant’s Deposit Protection Tenant’s deposit protection should be in place within 30 days of receipt and the landlord must provide the tenant with prescribed information concerning the appropriate deposit scheme...
Rights of Forfeiture for Non-Payment of Rent and Other Breaches A right of forfeiture is a Landlord’s right to terminate a Lease early on account of a Tenant’s breach of...
The Need for Advice The relationship between a Landlord and Tenant can be a long and sometimes difficult one. Yet if the right legal advice is taken at the start...
Do you know where the deeds to your home are? Do you even know what they look like? Most people do not keep the deeds to their property at home...