Regulation & Law
News articles looking at national legislation and local regulation and the application of law to the residential property industry.
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Watch out, HMRC’s about as estate agency AML fines start to rise
The average Anti-Money Laundering (AML) fine issued to the estate agents for non-compliance has started to climb, reversing the previous downward trend seen throughout the pandemic.
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Housing minister insists RoPA reforms ‘still in pipeline’
Lucy Frazer told MPs the Government is committed to improving professional standards, but couldn't say when reforms would be made.
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Martin & Co agency owner jailed for fraud offences
Bhavander Singh Sanghera was convicted after a court heard a tenant was told to pay the utility bills for two properties.
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New mould ‘rules’ for landlords and agents after toddler death
Every landlord in the country will have to make certain that their tenants are housed in decent homes and are treated with both dignity and fairness.
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Government must fund Net Zero changes, Propertymark urges
The industry body says homeowners and landlords cannot be expected to replace gas boilers without help.
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Scotland’s letting agency qualifications need to be enforced
Enforcement of Scotland’s mandatory qualifications for letting agents is vital for success, says association leader.
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Leaseholders face new questions on building safety
The Law Society says property forms requiring extra information from leaseholders will help buyers secure a mortgage.
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Banks still hindering letting agents, warns Propertymark
Letting agents are still finding it hard to maintain their pooled client accounts from high street banks who continue to misinterpret anti-money laundering regulations.
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Leading agencies call for Government to reinstate tax relief for landlords
Foxtons and Benham and Reeves have joined a chorus of industry experts backing a petition calling for the government to reinstate tax relief for landlords.
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‘Dead in the water’ – landlords condemn Government’s energy efficiency dream
The NRLA says the Government has stalled on its pledge to make PRS homes meet energy performance targets.
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