News
Rents rise for sixth consecutive month as demand hots up JUNE 30, 2023 | MARC DA SILVA
June saw the cost of rent across England rise for the sixth consecutive month, according to Goodlord’s latest Rental Index. During June, voids also dropped steeply, highlighting rising demand as we enter the busiest season for the lettings calendar. The cost of rent rose in seven of the eight regions monitored by Goodlord during June. The average cost of rent per property in England is now £1,148 per calendar month (pcm). This is up from £1,111pcm in May – a 3.3% increase. The biggest rise in prices was recorded in the South West, where rents rose by a huge 9% during June – rising from £1,092pcm to £1,191pcm.
Anti-discrimination guide for landlords issued by government
The government has issued a new guide to ensure landlords do not discriminate while enforcing the Right To Rent regulations.
Attention Landlords in Teignbridge area....
EPC's: From 2025 new rules mean rental properties with an EPC rating of D, or below, will not be able to take on new tenants.
Carbon Monoxide alarms must be fitted in private rentals with gas boilers
The government has announced that carbon monoxide alarms must be fitted in all private rental properties with fixed appliances such as gas boilers or fires.