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Coronavirus is affecting landlords and tenants in many different ways. In the unlikely event that a tenant wants to move out during this period of movement restriction, what are the common issues that either the tenant or landlord will face? Serving notice as a tenant Let’s start with the tenant, as the current crisis does…
As we navigate our way through the coronavirus crisis, a recurring question from landlords is: how do I meet my legal obligations regarding repairs and safety inspections? A quick recap of Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 reminds us of the obligations, which are to: Keep the structure and exterior in repair…
Home working? These tips will help to keep your working hours productive and your not-meant-to-be-working hours protected. 1. Dress the part Tempting as it is to stay in your PJs all day (or at least until lunchtime) try to stick to your normal routine. Get up at your usual time, get showered and get yourself…
Many tenants and landlords have questions about the implications of coronavirus on rent payments. Although we don’t yet have all the answers, the Government has this week announced important measures designed to provide protection for tenants struggling to pay their rent and landlords reliant on rental income. Current options for landlords Given the current situation,…
If you’re selling or buying a property in Bournemouth, there are a few reasons why it may be taking some time to agree a sale – or to find that perfect place to call your new home. So how long is too long to persist in the Bournemouth property market? If you’re looking to sell…
Freehold or leasehold – which is best? When buying a property in the UK there are two main types of ownership – freehold and leasehold. Boiled down, they mean the following: Freehold: The person who owns the freehold of a property owns the property and the land it stands on. Leasehold: The person who owns a…
Over the summer, the foundations of the Bournemouth property market have continued to be essentially sound, but the current political climate means that all-important element of consumer confidence has been reduced. That in turn is triggering some potential Bournemouth property buyers and sellers to falter slightly and hang fire on making any firm decisions on…
The UK Government pledged last month to cut greenhouse gas emissions to ‘net zero’ by 2050 – but what does this mean for the UK’s homeowners and landlords? Britain’s 27.2 million homes are currently responsible for more than a quarter of the country’s CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions, and recent research suggests it would…
Would it surprise you to know that in some parts of Bournemouth – largely prosperous areas with high proportions of mature residents – the housing crisis is not about supply but rather dispersal of that supply? There are more than enough bedrooms for everyone – it’s just that those bedrooms are disproportionately spread among the…
The UK Government recently announced a major shake-up to the eviction process in a bid to prevent private landlords from evicting tenants from their homes at short notice and without good reason. Described as ‘the biggest change to the private rental sector for a generation’, the plans include a consultation on new legislation to abolish…