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What are the electrical safety regulations for landlords?

In this article, we take a detailed look at the landlord electrical regulations and safety obligations that landlords are responsible for.

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Landlord with a void period? Here's what to do

Empty properties can be a serious problem for landlords.

Risks and rewards of buy to let

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Is buy to let a wise investment?

Thinking about investing in a buy-to-let property? Start with our checklist of risks and rewards that come with being a landlord.

Cannabis farms: the dangers and tell-tale signs for landlords

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Cannabis farms: the dangers and tell-tale signs for landlords

It's reported that 94% of cannabis farms (also known as factories or grows) are located in domestic premises.

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Landlord maintenance responsibilities for damp and mould

Damp and mould affect landlords and tenants across the country.

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A landlord's guide to the non-resident landlord scheme

Landlords who rent out property in the UK but spend more than six months of the tax year living overseas must ensure they, their tenants, letting agent or tenant finders join the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme.

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What are the fire safety regulations for landlords?

Property expert Kate Faulkner breaks down the landlord fire safety regulations, including electrical fire safety rules.

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Using a letting agent vs letting a property without an agent

With over 400 rules and regulations governing the letting and managing of property in the UK, choosing whether to use a letting agent or to self-manage your property is a decision that should not be taken lightly.

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Guide to landlord licensing

Thinking of letting a property? Read property expert Kate Faulkner's guide to landlord licensing in the UK.

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What is the Housing Act 1988 and what rights does it give landlords?

The Housing Act 1988 is one of the key statutes governing property law in England and dictates most of the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants.

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Property repair & maintenance obligations as a landlord

Kate Faulkner, who runs the property advice website Property Checklist, explains what the landlord's responsibilities are for maintaining a property and what usually falls to the tenant.

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Asbestos: your duties as a landlord

Asbestos is a potentially harmful mineral fibre that was used extensively in buildings between the 1950s and 1980s.

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Burst water pipes: what landlords and tenants need to know

Damage caused by burst water pipes takes time and money to fix.