Scottish landlords and letting agents have been targeted by campaigners who claim many are advertising traditional rental properties as 'sham' holiday lets.

CMA says it may take enforcement action against developers or managing agents found to have contravened consumer protection laws.

Property rented out to one tenant had been subsequently sub-let illegally to eight tenants but has only now come to light following attempted evictions.

Hurried comments to reassure follow widespread alarm that abolishing Section 21 notices would be 'devastating' for landlords and agents.

Leading property firms including Chestertons and Winkworth says implementation of AML in the UK is too patchwork and poorly policed.

As the buy-to-let market becomes ever more complex, help is at hand in a handbook written by experts Paul Shamplina and Kate Faulkner.

Conservative Charlie Elphicke says it is 'absurd' that some people are trapped in their homes by tighter lending regulations.

Deposit scheme says agents need to be vigilant over next 24 days during the run up to June 1st when the tenant fees ban legislation become law.

Extra workload created by surge in enquiries from members of public may lead to higher fees, the ombudsman has warned.

Vendor is awarded £700 in compensation after Williams' Way is criticised for 'lack of diligence' when checking buyers' finances.