Housing minister announces Renting Homes (Wales) Act Delayed. Julie James, the Minister for Climate Change, who also has responsibility for housing, has announced that the date for the implementation of the ground-breaking Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 has been put back. Originally due to be brought into play on July 15 2022, the act, which introduced wide ranging changes...

Not keen on renting to tenants with pets in wales? It’s going to get harder to refuse them. Here’s what you need to know.  As you are probably aware, from July 15 2022, renting in Wales is set to undergo some far-reaching changes with the introduction of the Renting Homes (Wales) Act. This will impact all aspects of renting, from tenancy contracts to eviction processes and processes for the...

Following on from our blog post examining the effects of the introduction of the Renting Homes (Wales) Act with regard to pets, we look at the benefits and drawbacks of pets in rental properties. Benefits of pets in rental properties A dog can be an excellent burglar deterrent. Their acute senses of hearing and smell enable them to identify any unwelcome visitors and they will not hesitate to let...

How do I get an EPC in Wales? Are you confused about energy performance certificates (EPCs)? Read our quick guide to find out what they are and how to get one. Energy Performance Certificates are now a standard requirement for most rental properties: unless your property is exempt (see our recent blog on exemptions) you’ll need to have an ECP of band E or above to be able to legally...

If you’re a domestic landlord, you may be worried about the tighter energy efficiency requirements that are likely to come in for rented properties from December 31 2025. Dont worry though, you may be entitled to EPC Certificate Exemption. The current state of play is that your properties must have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) of band E or above – but the government is currently working...

Sometimes you need to spend money to make money. Here are 10 worthwhile investments to help boost the rental value of your property. Buy new furniture Many tenants, especially in our geographically mobile world, will want a property that’s already furnished – but if you fill your property with worn, mismatched pieces, you’ll immediately downgrade its perceived value. Consider buying keenly...

In the wake of covid and with new rules and regulations on the cards, we look at four issues for landlords in 2022. It’s been a strange couple of years for landlords, and while demand for rental properties is rocketing, many property investors are reassessing their position in the market. Here are four key considerations for landlords in 2022. Buy or sell? Many landlords recently decided to...

6 important things landlords need to know about the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 comes into force on July 15 2022. Here are some key points private landlords need to know. As from July 15 2022, the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 will change the way properties are rented. The act affects both community landlords and private landlords and aims to simplify the way...

The last two years have been tough – but there are many reasons for residential landlords to be optimistic about The UK rental market in 2022. When it comes to monthly payments, renting is now cheaper than buying – and partly because of this, demand for rental properties is high. As prospective buyers struggle to afford mortgages, more and more of them are making the decision to rent. The...

10 tips for new landlords in Wales! Are you about to rent out your first property? Here are some tips to help you make a success of it. Being a new landlord in Wales can be a good business move, a way to fund your retirement, or a source of regular extra income for you and your family – but if you’re dipping your toes in the water for the first time, it can be hard to get everything right. Here are...