Landlord fined £35,000 for unlicensed HMO and management breaches
Landlord fined £35,000 for unlicensed HMO and management breaches St Helens council has issued civil penalty notices totalling £35,000 to a landlord for operating a house in multiple occupation (HMO) without a licence and breaching
Government plans to tighten AML rules for letting agents
Government plans to tighten AML rules for letting agents The UK government has published its 2026-2029 Anti-Money Laundering (AML) strategy, signalling potential changes to AML regulations affecting letting agents. A consultation will be launched in
Agency expands to 20 UK cities after student housing acquisition
Agency expands to 20 UK cities after student housing acquisition Loc8me has grown its property management footprint to 20 UK cities by acquiring Mighty Student Living, adding a significant number of student beds and staff
Property group plans eight lettings agency acquisitions amid AI concerns
Property group plans eight lettings agency acquisitions amid AI concerns A property group with a £10 million fund has revealed plans to acquire eight independent sales and lettings agencies. The move reflects growing uncertainty among
Fine & Country targets UK investors with Uruguay property showcase
Fine & Country targets UK investors with Uruguay property showcase Fine & Country is hosting an event in London to promote investment opportunities in Uruguay, aiming to attract UK buyers interested in relocation, second homes,
Landlord fined over £29,000 for ignoring planning Enforcement Notice
Landlord fined over £29,000 for ignoring planning Enforcement Notice A London landlord has been ordered to pay more than £29,000 after failing to comply with a council Enforcement Notice requiring the reversal of an unlawful
Buy to Let lender launches Renters Rights Act support for landlords
Buy to Let lender launches Renters Rights Act support for landlords A specialist buy to let mortgage lender has introduced dedicated resources to assist landlords with the Renters Rights Act, providing practical guidance on compliance,
Rent control activists target Holborn and St Pancras by-election
Rent control activists target Holborn and St Pancras by-election Rent control campaigners have lobbied candidates in the upcoming Holborn and St Pancras by-election, urging them to back rent controls amid concerns over affordability in Camden,
Croydon council appoints private firm for landlord licensing schemes
Croydon council appoints private firm for landlord licensing schemes Croydon council has begun operating selective and additional HMO licensing schemes with support from a private company handling applications and inspections, marking a significant development in
Cornwall council offers incentives to landlords to tackle homelessness
Cornwall council offers incentives to landlords to tackle homelessness Cornwall council has launched a scheme offering financial incentives and support to private landlords who provide accommodation for people moving on from temporary housing, aiming to
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