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How to strategically help your landlords achieve higher EPC ratings
So far, we've covered the proposed changes and their potential impacts. Now, let’s see how you can help your clients take a calm and considered approach to improving their EPC ratings. 1 - Recommend that they conduct an EPC assessmentThe ... more
New EPC regulations 2025: Help your landlords avoid this huge mistake
Rental properties must reach EPC C by 2030. But making significant investments now could actually set your clients back...The Government is proposing tighter energy efficiency regulations in the UK, requiring all privately rented properties to achieve ... more
‘Burdensome’ Landlord and Tenant Act faces major reform
The Law Commission is undertaking a wide-ranging review of Part 2 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 to see if it is still fit for purpose, heralding big changes for agents involved in managing commercial properties.Part 2 of the Landlord and Tenant ... more
Agents have a vital role in creating safer living environments
The Welsh Government has recently concluded a public consultation on proposed amendments to Part B (Fire Safety) of the Building Regulations, resulting in significant changes that will impact sales and letting agents and building managers. Since 2021, ... more
Restricting rent in advance tabled days before Renters' Rights Bill Third Reading
The UK Government has proposed to ban upfront payments of more than two months’ rent, claiming this will crack down on discrimination against lower-income renters by unscrupulous landlords. Propertymark has challenged this position, stating that ... more
UK housing sector ‘is about to embark on some of the biggest changes seen in over 30 years’
The next few months are likely to prove busy for estate agents, based on sales stock coming to the market, while consumers are showing that they are keen to stay ahead of stamp duty threshold changes due in England and Northern Ireland in April 2025, ... more