Strategies to Mitigate Inheritance Tax Liabilities

Recent Landlord News | Latest Landlord news 2025 / November 27, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Mitigate Inheritance Tax Liabilities Inheritance Tax (IHT) in the United Kingdom can significantly impact the value of estates passed on to beneficiaries. With a standard rate of 40% on assets exceeding the nil-rate band, effective […]

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Sadiq Khan Plan Rent-Controlled Homes for London

RECENT LEGISLATION / November 27, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Rent-Controlled Homes for London’s Key Workers In a bold move to address London’s escalating housing crisis, Mayor Sadiq Khan has unveiled a comprehensive initiative to develop rent-controlled homes tailored for the city’s essential workforce. This

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Bailiff Shortages and the Section 21 Ban: What Landlords Need to Know

Legal / November 26, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

County Court Bailiff Shortages; What Landlords Need to Know Important Update – Section 21 Abolished Please note that under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025, Section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notices have been abolished. This means landlords in

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Recent Landlord News | Latest Landlord news 2025 / November 26, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Landlords Selling Up Amid Market Pressures The UK housing market is currently facing a severe crisis, exacerbated by a mass exodus of landlords who are choosing to sell their properties. This phenomenon is not only

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What are the Requirements of a HMO in Scotland

BLA Scotland, Scotland / October 31, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Scotland requirement for HMO To operate a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) in Scotland, landlords must meet specific requirements to ensure safety, tenant rights, and compliance with legal regulations. These requirements cover licensing, safety standards,

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What is the Requirement of a HMO in England?

Legal / October 31, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

HMO Requirement in England In England, Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO) require specific legal and safety standards due to the unique living arrangements they offer. Below are the primary requirements for a property to qualify

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What are the Requirement of a HMO in Wales

BLA Wales / October 31, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

List of HMO Requirements for Wales To operate a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) in Wales, landlords must meet specific legal requirements designed to ensure tenant safety, health, and adequate facilities. Here’s a detailed overview

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Legal / October 31, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

Defending Against a Rent Repayment Order Defending against a Rent Repayment Order (RRO) requires a strategic approach, particularly if you’re a landlord facing claims for returned rent due to alleged legal breaches. Here’s a detailed

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The Risk Of Bail-In From UK Banks To UK Landlords

Recent Landlord News | Latest Landlord news 2025, News / October 29, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

The concept of “bail-in” emerged after the 2008 financial crisis as a tool to prevent taxpayer-funded bail-outs of banks by shifting the financial responsibility to creditors, investors, and sometimes large depositors if a bank faces

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Recent Landlord News | Latest Landlord news 2025, News / October 23, 2024 / By Marc Attwater

How BRICS Could Impact the UK Economy, the Pound, and the Housing Market BRICS’ Role in the Global Economy The BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—represent a coalition of major emerging economies. These

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