Section 21 notices, also known as ‘No-fault evictions’ are being removed in the Renters Rights Bill, so what will landlords use to get their property back when its necessary? In the majority of cases, the answer is Section 8, which is a notice that landlords can use to regain possession to their property so long […]
What are Section 8 notices? A Section 8 notice (of the Housing Act 1988) is a formal notice that permits a landlord to regain possession of their property from a tenant for a specific reason, typically due to a change in circumstances, or a breach of contract. The ‘reasons’ for giving a section 8 notice
After the Conservatives’ “Rental Reform Bill” was dropped after parliament was prorogued, the now incumbent Labour party has published the “Renters’ Rights Bill“, which is touted as delivering the largest changes to the private rental sector in decades. NOTE: The information contained in this article is based primarily on the government’s ‘Guide to the Renters’
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On 1st April 2025, councils in England were given the authority to charge up to 100% council tax premium on secondary homes, affecting holiday homeowners and short-term let landlords. The premium, also called “additional council tax” is applicable to homes that are furnished but are not used as one’s sole/main residence. The government describe second
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Convert to HMO; Why many BTL landlords are changing their approach. As the rental market continues to evolve, investors are constantly seeking ways to maximize their returns and adapt to changing tenant demands. With sky-high interest rates and profit margins growing scarcer many are asking themselves whether they need to change their strategy. One strategy