The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is a legal framework for preventing and resolving disputes involving party walls, party fence walls, excavation work, and building activity along or near a property’s boundary line. Any building works to a shared wall, excavations within three or six metres of a neighbouring property, and any new walls at …
There’s no way to truly ‘master’ the real estate market when it’s continuously evolving. However, a great property manager knows that there’s always room for improvement and the opportunity to learn more; here are 5 habits that can help a property manager stay on track. 1. Core Competency: Communication It’s not advised that you call …
The Dilapidations Protocol was formally approved by the Court Rules on 1st January 2012 and is now Law in England & Wales.Dilapidations are violations of leases due to the condition of the property being leased, either during or at the end of the lease period. This may result from mistreatment of the property or inadequate …
Inspections of rental units can be a tricky situation. When letting a property to someone, you want to ensure the property is maintained and in good repair, but you also do not wish to infringe upon your tenant’s privacy. So, what’s the correct answer? How often should you inspect the property you’re letting? Unfortunately, there …
When renting a property, it can be challenging to understand what is your responsibility and what is the responsibility of the landlord. There are the standard legal obligations for a landlord when tenants move in, such as: Drawing up an Assured Shorthold Tenancy contract (AST) Providing a How to Rent guide Protecting the Tenant’s Deposit …
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 Real estate has always been the most secure and lucrative way of doing it when it comes to investing. And this holds, especially in today’s modern times. Since the financial crisis of 2008, investing in property has proven to be one of the very few consistent value holders.  When it comes to investing in …
In the past few years, many changes to property legislation have come into force and, in many ways, affecting the UK property market. Some affected renters, others affected landlords, but in the grand scheme of things, some of them involve every side of the dice. Stamp Duty Changes to the stamp duty regulations meant that …
 This guide is for tenants and landlords in the private rented sector to understand their rights and responsibilities. It provides a checklist and more detailed information on each stage of the process, including: what to look out for before renting living in a rented home what happens at the end of a tenancy what …
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