First announced in the Autumn Statement of November 2016 and given Royal Ascent on 12th February 2019, The Tenant Fees Act (ban on letting agent fees) becomes law from 1st June 2019. The point of this legislation is to protect tenants of all kinds, many of whom will be living in a rental property for many years whilst saving for a housing deposit. But will the ban do its job — or end up leaving renters facing rising costs demanded by landlords and agents?
"Abode have let my properties for a number of years now and I have always found their service consistent, efficient and helpful." (Sarah Woodhouse, Landlord)
"I have always found Abode to be intuitive, professional and reliable. I would recommend using Abode to any landlord." (Mark Easton, Landlord)
"Since Abode opened in 2001 I have trusted them implicitly with letting my properties. The rents are always on time and no void periods." (Chez Wardzala, Landlord)
"Thanks and well done- three cheers for Abode!" (Emma Coates, Landlord)
"Fantastic service, fantastic at finding us a property and outstandingly supportive in helping us secure it." (Teasel Howell, Tenant)
"Thanks for doing such a great job, we will definitely recommend you whenever the opportunity arises." (Clare Chivers, Landlord)
"You are the best property managers we've ever met - thank you!" (May Kay, Tenant)
"Their service has been impeccable through the 6 years and have been very supportive. I couldn’t recommend them more highly." (Tori Rodgers, Landlord)
You Can No Longer Afford to NOT Use a Letting Agency
Everchanging and complex laws, rules and regulations are being introduced to ensure that rental properties in the UK are of a very good standard. For example, PAT (portable appliance testing) is to become obligatory, as will a thorough 5 yearly test of the electrics in the property.
Finding a tenant is now only a small part of the story, with a number of legal obligations that must be carried out before the marketing stage is even reached such as filing the correct paperwork.
A good Letting Agency will generate more income for you and ensure unnecessary costs are not incurred through the unintentional breaking of regulation. If you’re a Bristol landlord, hear from our Managing Director, Steve Harris about why you can no longer afford to not use a letting agency.
New Year's Resolutions for Landlords
Losing weight, cutting down on the drink and exercising more are all generic New Year’s resolutions that are set every year - only to be broken a few months down the line.
If you’re a landlord, why not make some resolutions to combat this and make your investment work harder? From making your properties more desirable to choosing the right tenants, take a look at our top 5 New Year’s resolutions for landlords.
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