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Landmark Decision in the Court of Appeal: Tenant Fees Act 2019 In a pivotal legal ruling, the Court of Appeal in Switaj v McClenaghan [2024] EWCA Civ 1457 clarified the interpretation of the Tenant Fees Act 2019 (TFA). The case addressed whether payments made by a tenant before the TFA came into force could retroactively […]

How to Evict a Tenant Evicting an assured shorthold tenant (AST) can be a challenging task for landlords. The process is governed by strict legal frameworks designed to ensure fairness for both landlords and tenants. However, with the right guidance, evictions can be handled efficiently and legally. This guide provides a step-by-step explanation of the […]

Introduction In the world of landlord and tenant law, a fundamental issue that often arises is the requirement for a Section 48 notice. This statutory notice, mandated under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987, plays a crucial role in ensuring that tenants know where they can serve legal notices on their landlord. But more significantly, […]

Disputes Involving Beneficial Interest: How to Resolve Them Table of Contents Understanding Beneficial Interest in the UK Common Causes of Family Disputes Involving Beneficial Interest The Legal Framework Governing Beneficial Interest in the UK Joint Ownership and Beneficial Interest Proving Beneficial Interest in Court The Role of Trusts in Beneficial Interest Resolving Disputes Through Mediation […]

Understanding the Changes to Rent Repayment Orders Under the Renters’ Reform Bill: What You Need to Know The UK government has been working on significant changes in the private rental sector, aiming to provide renters with greater security and improve housing standards. A cornerstone of these changes is the Renters’ Reform Bill, which proposes substantial […]

Rakusen (Respondent) v Jepsen and others (Appellants) [2023] UKSC 9: A Detailed Analysis Introduction to the Case The United Kingdom Supreme Court case, Rakusen v Jepsen and others [2023] UKSC 9, represents a pivotal moment in UK property law, particularly concerning the relationships between landlords, tenants, and sub-tenants. This case delves into the complexities surrounding […]

Mortgage Arrears – How to Avoid Repossession Whether you a property owner, living in your property, or a landlord, many properties are purchased by obtaining a mortgage or buy-to-let mortgage. The property will be registered with HM Land Registry as belonging to the purchaser, but the lender will have a charge against the property. If […]

Terminating a Rent to Rent Agreement Rent to Rent agreements, often advertised as Rent Guarantee Agreements, are becoming an increasingly common method for private landlords to let their residential properties. Whilst there are plenty of reputable companies that offer private landlords rent to rent options, there are also many issues landlords face when letting their […]

Rent Repayment Order for Failure to Obtain a License If you have received an application seeking a Rent Repayment Order, contact our team to arrange a consultation with one of our experts by completing the form below. There are various defences available to landlords who find themselves Respondents to an application for a Rent Repayment […]

Right to Rent penalties The UK has in place a framework of laws, policies and administrative arrangements to ensure access to work, benefits and services is only available to those who are lawfully present in the UK and have the right to access them. In relation to letting property, these are known as the Right […]