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Renting out a spare room: what you can and can’t do | The legal and tax implications of taking on a lodger for extra cash (and babysitting duties)
A couple’s attempt to rent a room in their family home – on the condition the prospective tenant babysits their children – has sparked a debate about Britain’s rental market.The advert, posted on SpareRoom, offers a reduced monthly rent of £400 ... more
New scheme to improve rental property conditions
A new scheme to help deal with poor property conditions and management standards for smaller Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) is being introduced across Brighton and Hove.The city-wide additional licensing scheme, which comes into force on Monday, ... more
The key property laws in the King's Speech set to affect millions of homeowners and renters
King Charles has unveiled Labour's legislative agenda in Parliament today (July 17) during the second King's Speech of his reign. The King delivered 40 bills revealing the first new laws that Keir Starmer and his Labour party want to pass after ... more
Leasehold reforms become law
Homeowners will receive more rights, power and protections over their homes under the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act which has become law today.The Act will make it easier and cheaper for leaseholders to buy their freehold, increase standard lease ... more
Will Section 21 be banned under the Labour Government?
The Labour Government planned to “immediately” ban Section 21 notices if elected. But what should letting agents expect for the future of ‘no-fault- evictions?On 5 July, the Labour Party was appointed the new leaders of the UK Government. With ... more
Updates to licensing give short-term lets more flexibility
Following the introduction of a licensing scheme in October 2022, the Scottish Government has been monitoring the impact of the legislation on consumers and the sector. Engagement with accommodation operators has resulted in improvements which allow the ... more