Most agents and landlords planned for this event by tightening up their operation. Some, also, says Frances Burkinshaw, cut some corners to minimise the loss of income.

Nigel Lewis looks at how the repercussions of the Tenant Fees Act are panning out across the industry – and the realistic opportunities that agents have to recoup lost income.

“The Tenant Fees Act is a one month old,” says Frances Burkinshaw. “I am wondering how many people, outside the industry, will know about this new legislation.”

Nigel Lewis looks at the background to anti-money laundering and the property industry.

Here’s another example, says Frances Burkinshaw, of the Government suddenly calling a consultation on tenants being refused rental property if they are in receipt of Housing Benefit.

Emma Broad, Managing Practice Development Lawyer at Dentons gives a detailed analysis of the new legislation

The Tenant Fees Act 2019 will come into force on 1st June 2019 – just a few weeks’ time. Frances Burkinshaw reviews the situation and how it may impact inventory businesses.

"On 1st June there will, no doubt, be a surge in agents’ fees to landlords as the Tenant Fees Ban comes into effect, so, says Frances Burkinshaw, how will you survive?"