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The latest rental data show that March’s rental income remains consistent, providing landlords with reassurance into 2021.

MP Andrew Rosindell has backed a call to amend the Tenant Fees Act to allow landlords to pass pet damage insurance fees onto their tenants.

Landlords are ready to recuperate after a tough year, as demand for student accommodation begins to rise again. UniHomes, a student accommodation company has released new figures showing the surge in demand compared to last year.

New electrical regulations within the private rental sector (PRS) come into effect as of the beginning of April. Landlords need to make sure that they are up to date to avoid hefty fines.

Sales Director at Commercial Trust Ltd, Jorden Abbs, discusses the pros and cons of top slicing in the buy to let market.

New data from Nationwide Building Society shows that almost half of private tenants do not have home contents insurance. This equates to 2.13 million households in the PRS.

The Home Office has announced new measures to strengthen fire safety in HMOs will be announced in the Building Safety Bill, which is due to be enacted in 2022. These measures included large fines for those obstructing fire officials.

The bailiff eviction ban that was due to end at the end of March has been extended once more until the 31st of May.