The Association of Independent Inventory Clerks (AIIC) says many landlords are still unaware of the betterment principle. This means that if an item was old at check in and after, say a two year tenancy there is some additional damage, the law does not allow the landlord to simply replace the item with a new one and charge the tenant the full cost. In other words, the ...

London Fire Brigade have launched a new website offering information and guidance on fire safety for landlords and tenants. The website, called “Know the Plan” has video guides, frequently asked questions and downloads available. The website focuses particularly on blocks of flats but is useful for all landlords whatever type of rental property they have. Westminster ...

The National Landlords Association is contacting every Local Authority in the UK to persuade them to agree a uniform council tax exemption for rental properties during void periods. Currently some Councils charge council tax on empty properties and some do not. Carolyn Uphill, Chairman of the NLA says “We have to remember that landlords have a legal responsibility to ensure ...