New regulations not dampening enthusiasm for buy-to-let
Buy-to-let investment is still on the rise, according to an analysis of the Ministry of Housing’s latest English Housing Survey. Stephen Haigh runs his eyes of the findings.
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Government kills discount on licences for purpose-built student accommodation
The government has ended the idea of a 50% discount on the cost of HMO licence applications for owners of purpose-built student accommodation.
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by Patrick Garratt - 2nd February 2018 
Tenant fee ban not expected until spring 2019
The government has confirmed that its proposed ban on letting agents and landlords charging fees to tenants wouldn’t come into force until next spring, at the earliest. Previously, many in the property sector anticipated a change as early as October 2018.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 12th January 2018 
Proof of tax compliance slated for landlord licensing schemes
HM Revenue & Customs has proposed adding tax registration checks to the licence applications that landlords need to complete for their HMO properties, as well as selective licences. The consultancy is now open.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 4th January 2018 
Why more students opt for bills included
It's unequivocal. Students looking for accommodation are making renting decisions based on whether rent includes utility bills. In this blog, we look at the research that shows this, as well as the benefits for tenants and landlords of offering tenants a bills included package.
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by Nathan Colom - 24th November 2017 
Consultations on the lettings and sales markets
The government wants your opinion in forming new regulations to improve the property letting and property sales markets. Read our summary of the suggestions the government have proposed in their consultation papers.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 1st November 2017 
Draft bill on tenant fees ban released
The Government has published a draft bill detailing how it intends to restrict landlords and letting agents from charging unreasonable fees to tenants.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 1st November 2017 
Tougher buy-to-let mortgage rules hit this month
30th September sees tougher buy-to-let mortgage rules coming into force. How will they affect landlords with student properties and the student market? Stephen Hiagh, our sales and investment expert, takes a look.
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Nottingham City Council enforces civil penalties
Nottingham City council has announced that it will implement the use of civil penalty fines.
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 25th August 2017 
Nottingham Council gives mandatory landlord licensing a green light
Nottingham City Council has approved a selective licensing scheme covering private rented accommodation in the city. This amounts to mandatory landlord licensing. What requirements will this impose on Nottingham landlords with student accommodation?
Read more … by Patrick Garratt - 25th August 2017