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.

Accommodation.co.uk CEO Aaron Short says delay has been caused by switch from hybrid to franchise model over past few months.

“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.”

The RLA reports that The Home Office says that it is justified in causing racial discrimination against British ethnic minority families struggling to find a home.

Unusual claim is made by company's CEO of The Property Franchise Group in its final results for 2018 published yesterday.

Andrew Turner, Chief Executive at Commercial Trust Limited, looks at what The Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 means for landlords.

Take a seat. Let’s talk about furniture. It’s probably not on the top of your marketing tools list but maybe it should be, as there’s money to be made, says Lisa Isaacs.

Russell Simpson has reported its busiest January in recent years, with activity four times that of 2018.

“I am conscious that with current and imminent challenges to our lettings business, 2019 may not be a barrel of laughs. Your thoughts would be appreciated!”

2019 arrived without much fanfare and already we are well over the festivities, but, says Frances Burkinshaw, are we all ready to take on the challenges that this year will bring?