Your guide to the energy crisis and how it could impact your tenants
Consumers throughout the UK will be worried about the impact the energy crisis could have on their bills or suppliers. Here's your guide to the Energy Price Cap, government support for tenants, and what happens if a supplier goes bust.
Your guide to gas safety in private rented properties
Landlords and agents are required to undertake gas safety checks on an annual basis to ensure their properties are safe for tenants. Here's a guide to what you need to know.
Vouch: What agents and landlords need to know about the booming short-term let sector
Short-term lets can be beneficial to landlords and tenants looking for a more flexible solution than a long-term contract can provide - but some say this may pose a threat to the buy-to-let sector.
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Major industry survey reveals state of UK rental market - State of the Lettings Industry Report 2021
The biggest ever State of the Lettings Industry Report from Goodlord and Vouch shows in detail which pandemic-induced shifts have proved short-term, and what market movements look set to reshape the industry permanently
Rate of arrears stabilises as tenants and agents report optimism - State of the Lettings Industry Report 2021
The speed at which households are falling into rental arrears appears to have slowed, despite the recent end of the evictions ban and the tapering of the furlough scheme, shows the fourth edition of the State of the Lettings Industry Report, set to be released on Wednesday 15 September.
Government confirms that notice periods will return to normal from 1 October 2021
After more than 18 months of disruption, the government has confirmed that notice periods will return to their pre-pandemic levels on 1 October 2021.
Christopher Watkin: 3 ways to win more instructions from landlords when stock is low
Provide landlords with valuable information on the property market to gain their trust and you'll reap the rewards over time, says Christopher Watkin.
Sean Hooker: What can we expect from the Renters' Reform Bill White Paper?
There are many organisations in the industry that have the skills and expertise to deliver a robust and effective solution to the challenges the government is looking to solve with its Renters' Reform Bill.
Rents continue to rise across the country, while voids start to increase in August - Goodlord Rental Index
The market looks strong heading into autumn, with rents continuing to climb across most of the country in August, and national average for void periods remaining low.
Upcoming webinar
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State of the Lettings Industry Series - Session I: Arrears and tenants' financial security after Covid-19
We're kicking off our State of the Lettings Industry series with Paul Shamplina, Chief Commercial Officer at Hamilton Fraser, and Oli Sherlock, Director of Insurance at Goodlord, discussing the report's findings on the continuing impact of Covid-19 on arrears and tenants' financial security.
Latest resources
A landlord's guide to rights and responsibilities for repairs
A guide to what your landlords need to know about their rights and responsibilities for repairs to their rental properties.
A landlord's guide to tenancy agreements and deposit protection
A guide to what your landlords should know about tenancy agreements and deposit protection.
A renter's guide to moving home
A full guide to take your tenants through what they need to know about renting a home, from referencing to their rights and responsibilities.
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