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A landlord’s guide to avoiding disputes by using inventories

An inventory is one of the most crucial documents you will have in your possession as a landlord. In order to prevent deposit disputes with your tenant and protect your investment, it is essential that you complete an inventory for your rental property. The likelihood of a dispute is decided at the beginning of a […]

October 11, 2019
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Ban on letting fees helps tenants in Wales

A ban on letting fees charged by landlords and letting agents has been enforced in Wales. The new legislation aims to make the renting process fairer and simpler for tenants, and will save tenants approximately £200 for each tenancy, according to the Welsh Government. The ban came into effect on 1st September 2019. Tenants will […]

October 4, 2019
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Accommodation.co.uk partners with InventoryBase Workstreams to access nationwide inventory providers

Today InventoryBase announced a partnership between Accommodation.co.uk and newly launched InventoryBase Workstreams, providing nationwide access to professional vetted inventory suppliers. InventoryBase, providers of market-leading property inspection software, have today announced a new working relationship with next generation letting agent, Accommodation.co.uk. The new partnership will increase the service delivery potential for both property management providers, and […]

October 3, 2019
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A landlord’s right to view or inspect a property

One of the most common causes of tension and disputes between tenants and landlords is a confusion around a landlord’s rights to view or inspect the property that they own. When studying the rights of tenants and landlords in Wales and England, it can seem as if the rights that you each have are in […]

October 2, 2019
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Damp back in spotlight due to Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act

The new Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act, which came into force on 20th March 2019, has seen the issue of mould and damp put firmly back on the radar. However, pioneering research could potentially provide a breakthrough in the management of these problems. This new law aims to ensure that rented flats and houses […]

September 26, 2019
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How social landlords will respond to the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act

New legislation, which has enshrined the rights of tenants to improved standards of housing, has come with a stark warning to social landlords, who will now have to make improvements in order to keep up. No renter wants to live with a faulty boiler, broken oven or leaky tap in their home for long. However, […]

September 23, 2019
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The hot weather problems that landlords may not know about

With heatwaves a frequent occurrence across the UK in 2019, Britain has now experienced the longest heatwave in 42 years. Now that blazing hot summers look likely to continue, along with the thunderstorms that inevitably follow, we analyse some of the potential issues that landlords face due to the hot weather, and how to tackle […]

September 20, 2019
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Tips for letting agents ahead of ban on tenant fees

As part of the new legislation which came into force on 1st June 2019, we have compiled a list of tips for letting agents to navigate the Tenant Fees Act 2019. It is important to note that for existing tenancies which were in place prior to the enforcement of the ban, that these do not […]

September 17, 2019
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What does an inventory clerk do and should i hire one?

Letting property can be a difficult business, for both tenants and landlords alike. A ripped carpet, broken window or marked wall can cost a renter a hefty penalty from their deposit, and a landlord feels that money must be spent before they can rent the property out again. So what is the solution? Hiring a […]

September 13, 2019
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Rising number of safety problems being flagged by inventory clerks

An increasing quantity of safety issues are being flagged up in inventory reports completed by inventory clerks, according to the most recent analysis from the AIIC. Inventory reports are now showing compliance and safety issues inside tenanted properties more than ever before, the Association of Independent Inventory Clerks has reported. Independent clerks are now effectively […]

September 9, 2019
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A landlord’s guide to avoiding tenant disputes by using inventories

An inventory is one of the most crucial documents you will ever have as a buy to let landlord. An inventory prevents deposit issues with tenants and protects your property. It is often stated that the outcome of a tenancy dispute occurs at the start of a tenancy rather than the end, as you have […]

September 6, 2019
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Why property inventory reports are crucial

Now no longer just a tool for preventing disputes with tenants focusing on condition or cleanliness, property inventories have become crucial. With home ownership moving increasingly out of the reach of many tenants in the UK, wiser and more assertive tenants who understands their rights as renters are now commonplace within the rental market. To […]

September 3, 2019
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Are inventories required for unfurnished rental properties?

There’s often confusion within the private rented sector as to whether properties which are rented in an unfurnished condition require an inventory to be completed, with some believing that this is merely an unnecessary expense. It is clear from analysing a range of forums, with posts from both tenants and landlords, that there is a […]

August 30, 2019
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Staff training is the key to success in proptech

When recruiting new staff for your business, training them must be one of the top priorities. After the initial training period, ongoing development and training ensures that their skill set and output will improve, which ultimately benefits your business. This same rule applies to training staff in how to use a new proptech service or […]

August 19, 2019
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The growing risk of data and cyber crime in the lettings sector

Technology and the digital world provides many advantages to letting and estate agents, but this comes with serious additional risk, and it is essential to ensure that your business is prepared. A data breach could occur in all sorts of different instances, and therefore it is essential to understand what the specific areas of exposure […]

August 3, 2019
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Digital vs. paper: what is best for property inspection?

Technology has disrupted our world completely, as we download books on mobile devices, teach our children maths on tablets and check our bank statements on our smartphones. But despite technology evolving in the world around us, property managers continue to argue that the property industry will remain safe from any disruption caused by technology. Surprisingly, […]

August 2, 2019
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How technology is changing roles within the property sector

Technology is changing how agents sell and let properties. This might be through embracing social media in order to engage younger generations in letting property, or automating processes to give agents an opportunity to improve their service to clients. There is innovative technology already in use which is helping letting agents move to more cost-effective […]

July 25, 2019
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The Proptech solutions which are changing property interaction

A message which is often repeated in the property industry is that if you fail to embrace new technology, you risk being left behind. In the modern world, this statement is more true now than ever before, with the digital revolution dominating every industry. The lettings sector is no exception. Currently, searching for holiday rentals, […]

July 17, 2019
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Why property inventory reports are crucial

Property inventories are now no longer just a tool to prevent disputes around cleanliness and condition. With house ownership moving further and further out of reach for renters across the UK, tenants are becoming more assertive and more knowledgeable about their rights. In addition to this, taxation and legislation for rental properties has become increasingly […]

July 12, 2019
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How inventories could be crucial in rental reform

According to some of the largest providers of inventory services in the UK, independent inventory reporting is to become the perfect companion to the proposed housing reforms from the Government. It has now been predicted that a single-route, clear complaints system, which was proposed within the Housing Complaints Resolution Service from the Government, could be […]

July 9, 2019
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Letting fee ban in Wales receives royal assent

After it received approval from the National Assembly for Wales, Julie James, the Minister for Housing and Local Government has affirmed that the Renting Homes (Fees etc.) (Wales) Bill received Royal Assent. This means that the legislation, which bans the majority of fees charged to tenants in Wales, has passed the third stage of legislative […]

July 5, 2019
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How AI will transform the rental sector

From rent payment reminders to complex compatibility algorithms, technology is transforming the property rental experience. Technology such as dating apps has transformed the lives of many, and at the same time, the huge rise in property prices has pushed a generation out of home ownership. It was always going to be just a matter of […]

July 1, 2019
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There is still time to prepare for the new rental laws

New legislation is set to transfer the attention of housing associations to the quality and safety of existing housing stock. This will likely cause pressure, but it is essential that property managers, letting agents and landlords prepare for this. After all, those that suffer most are always the ones most resistant to change, while those […]

June 28, 2019
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The importance of inventories for tenants

Moving into a new property is an exciting time. However, it can often come with its own stress and issues. An inventory report is usually issued to the tenant by the managing agent, and it’s where the condition and any damage to the property is thoroughly noted and documented. Inventory reports are imperative for privately […]

June 25, 2019
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