We have all seen the tragic reports following the inquest into the death of 2-year-old Awaab Ishak, where the coroner concluded that extensive mould in his family’s rented flat was the cause of his death. These findings have been described as a defining moment for the housing sector.
The way Landlords and Tenants rent in Wales will soon undergo significant changes.
On 1 December 2022 the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 will change the way all landlords in Wales rent their properties, this Act is the biggest change to housing law in Wales for decades. The new law simplifies agreements and will offer greater security and certainty to tenants (contract-holders) and landlords. You can read guidance and the legislation provided by Welsh Government here.
FREE TO JOIN * We are pleased to welcome Katrine Sporle, Property Ombudsman and Jane Erskine, Deputy Ombudsman who will present a slimmed down version of TPO’s national conference that was due to take place in Birmingham this year.
Many high street businesses that have closed due to Covid-19 restrictions will now be exempt from business rates.
But what if a search fails to mention land earmarked for a new town, asks Katrine Sporle, Property Ombudsman?
Telephone bidding at auction may seem easier, but it brings extra responsibilities to both the buyer and the agent, says Katrine Sporle, Property Ombudsman?
In the curious story of the dog and the licence, the agent as the one in the doghouse, says Katrine Sporle, Property Ombudsman.
Jane Erskine, Casework Director at The Property Ombudsman, contributes to an industry article published in October's edition of The Negotiator Magazine.
The Property Ombudsman is helping to raise standards in the property industry, says Katrine Sporle, Property Ombudsman.
Access to properties can cause serious issues if the right of way is not documented, says Katrine Sporle, Property Ombudsman.
If an agent intends to charge a 'performance fee' it must be clear before he goes on stage, says Katrine Sporle, Property Ombudsman.
The Property Ombudsman, Katrine Sporle, highlights a case study dealing with property marketing...
"Take great care when selling retirement property, to avoid accusations of neglect", says Katrine Sporle, The Property Ombudsman.
The new Property Ombudsman, Katrine Sporle CBE, highlights a case study dealing with the internal measurements of a property...
"Moving in: make all the arrangements crystal clear or it can reflect badly on you", says Katrine Sporle, The Property Ombudsman.
"When is a flat not a flat? When it’s afloat…” says Katrine Sporle, The Property Ombudsman.
The new Property Ombudsman, Katrine Sporle CBE, wants consumers and agents to be clear about her role...
"Selling a property to a tenant? Be very clear about the fees," says Katrine Sporle, The Property Ombudsman.
"Tenants’ deposits cannot be used to cover fees due from the landlord"
says Christopher Hamer, The Property Ombudsman.
