Press releases

New guidance to tackle Covid-19 rent arrears

The housing sector has come together to support landlords and tenants facing rent arrears as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. Amidst concerns about the impact that the virus has had on tenant finances, the organisations are launching guidance offering practical ways in which landlords and tenants can work to address arrears that might be building as a result of the pandemic.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 03/07/2020
New guidance to tackle Covid-19 rent arrears

Making Tax Digital roll out announced, but is the timing right?

More landlords will have to use a new digital tax system from April 2022 the Government announced today, with most needing to comply by 2023. The Making Tax Digital programme already requires businesses above the VAT threshold of £85,000 to use the system for VAT returns, meaning they have to submit them through specialist software and keep digital records.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 21/07/2020
Making Tax Digital roll out announced, but is the timing right?

Courts WILL hear possession cases from 24th August

Landlords have welcomed confirmation from a Government Minister that the courts will begin to hear possession cases from 24th August - providing greater certainty for the rental market.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 01/07/2020
Courts WILL hear possession cases from 24th August

Satisfaction levels rise for private renters

The proportion of private renters satisfied with their housing has risen, according to new data published by the Government this week.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 10/07/2020
Satisfaction levels rise for private renters

Blanket benefit ban ruled unlawful

Landlords are being reminded they should not have blanket policies that discriminate against benefits claimants. It comes after a judge has ruled "No DSS" blanket policy unlawful, after a mother was rejected by a lettings agency.

Industry News Sally Walmsley 14/07/2020
Blanket benefit ban ruled unlawful