A well-maintained dishwasher should serve you about 10 years. The more attention you give to your dishwasher, the better it performs and the longer it lasts. Although your dishwasher can get grubby, clogged or even mouldy, there are a few simple steps you can take to ensure it is is performing at its best potential. […]
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The Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 sets out the rights, responsibilities, and duties of both landlords and tenants. Section 11 of the Act sets out who is responsible for repairing a property during a tenancy. What are the landlord’s responsibilities?
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The London Property Licence Checker The Mayor of London has launched the London Property Licence Checker. This is an online tool for private renters. Tenants can now check whether their rental property has a correct licence in place. Licencing schemes are used by local authorities to enforce appropriate living standards in private rented properties. As […]
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As landlords have duty of care to their tenants, they must make sure that properties they rent are safe to live in. That is to say, all gas appliances, fittings, chimneys and flues must be safe and working efficiently. This is done by means of a Gas Safety check. Three main legal responsibilities When it […]
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It has been announced that buy-to-let mortgage borrowers will now be able to access the mortgage holiday extension scheme as well. The Ministry of Housing and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have both confirmed that landlords are eligible to benefit form the scheme. Who is eligible? It is strongly advised that only those landlords who […]
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Landlords are legally obliged to check their tenants right to rent. Letting agents can do that for landlords if there is an appropriate agreement in place. Moreover, landlords must check all new tenants, including British citizens. It is against the law to only check potential tenants who are not British as this is classed as […]
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A new bill has been launched in parliament to allow tenants to move into rented homes with their pets. The bill is due for a second reading in January 2021. If the new legislation is accepted, it will complicate not only tenancy contracts but also landlord insurance. On the other hand, if the new legislation […]
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The number of children and young people in care is growing. As research shows, it has gone up by 28% in the past decade. Once children in care pass the age of 16, they move into a semi-independent accommodation with a number of outreach support hours. There are many private care companies, so called providers, […]
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Winter is fast approaching. We are already experiencing a drop in temperature. From now on it will only be colder and colder… Strong wind, ice, sleet, gales, they all can cause damage to your property. Get your home winter ready now so you don’t regret it later. Indoors There are a few things worth checking […]
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Mice are unwelcome guests at any home. Not only are they pests but they also carry and spread potentially dangerous diseases, bacteria, and viruses. They can be responsible for damages to personal property and crops. Mice infestation is an issue that can be proved difficult to deal with. However, there are steps you can take […]