Entries by Joanna Plane

Turn the PropTech buzzword into bottom-line returns

Turn the PropTech buzzword into bottom-line returns. PropTech has been a major buzzword over the last 5 years or so. If you’ve missed it, where have you been? There was a point – pre-COVID – when it felt like every week saw the launch of a new PropTech business. Just using the words PropTech made […]

Get your Section 21 before it’s abolished

Get your Section 21 before it’s abolished. There’s nothing worse than having non-paying tenants. And the sooner you act to start the eviction process the less money you will lose. Especially now the government has indicated that it will be scrapping Section 21 as part of its new Levelling Up White Paper. Are rent arrears […]

Students – study the tenancy deal as well as the subject

It’s been a difficult couple of years for students but, unfortunately, student woes aren’t over yet.  New and returning students should be aware of a trend in rents that could put a big dent in their finances. Many students agree to all-inclusive tenancies. They’re simple. They make budgeting straightforward and there’s no need to sign […]

February 2022 Newsletters

The latest news from LforL. Please find our February Newsletters below containing all that is new in the property world for agents, landlords and tenants. February 2022 – Newsletter – Agents February 2022 – Newsletter – Landlords February 2022 – Newsletter – Tenants  

Digitalisation of Right to Rent checks delayed

Digitalisation of Right to Rent checks delayed The government has delayed the digitalisation of Right to Rent checks until 30th September 2022. Currently, Right to Rent checks can be carried out using video calls and tenants can send scanned documents via email or mobile app. Once the changes kick in, landlords will need to use […]

A landlord’s worst nightmare comes true

Landlord left with rent arrears, floors carpeted in dog faeces, towers of waste – and a cannabis farm LegalforLandlords has revealed revolting images of a home caked in dog faeces, with towering piles of empty dog food packets after the animal was left alone in the property for days. The two-bedroom home in St Helens […]

Insurance for storm damage – get covered.

Insurance for storm damage? We’ve got you covered. Recent storms have made landlords wish they’d taken insurance cover sooner. Wishing you were covered? We urge you to take out insurance now. Our buildings insurance policies cover damage caused by storms, and a whole lot more. Check out what’s covered here and call 0344 567 4001 […]

Feeling the love at LforL

Feeling the love at LforL. This Valentine’s Day we shared the love around the office, with gifts and appreciation messages for colleagues. We also set up a Valentine’s Gift Shop, with all money raised being donated to The British Heart Foundation. #ShareTheLove

LforL Annual Award Ceremony – three cheers for the team!

In January we held our annual LforL Award Ceremony to shine a light on all the stars of 2021. We know every single person at LforL plays a part in our success, but once a year we like to recognise the individuals who have really blown us away; the people who go above and beyond […]

January 2022 Newsletters

The latest news from LforL. Please find our January Newsletters below containing all that is new in the property world for agents, landlords and tenants. January 2022 – Newsletter – Agents January 2022 – Newsletter – Landlords January 2022 – Newsletter – Tenants  

Managed Professional Services from LforL

Managed Professional Services from LforL – imagine a working day without the tough stuff. It doesn’t matter how good you are at your job, there will be challenges that you’d rather not face alone. Maybe it’s a touch beyond your experience. Maybe it’s taking up too much of your precious time. Maybe it’s just plain […]

In Wales? The six-month countdown to 12-month contracts is on.

On July 15th the new Renting Homes (Wales) Act will come into force. The Act makes permanent some changes introduced because of Covid. Six-month notice periods will be the new norm and tenants will find themselves better protected against so-called retaliatory evictions. The three principal changes are summarised here. A year’s secure tenure From July, […]

We’re recruiting for an apprentice

We’re recruiting for an apprentice. We’re looking for an apprentice to join our brilliant team; someone driven, ambitious and who challenges the norm. You’ll be working in a fast and busy environment that’s and  with great . A full-time role is available on completion of the apprenticeship. Email recruitment@dev.withcreative.co.uk or contact Margaret Longden or Sarah Atherton directly for more details.

How to protect your income.

How to protect your income. Don’t live in fear of your financial health. Get rent protection. Calling all agents! Did you know you can include Rent Protection Insurance as part of your managed service fee to landlords? ✔️ Rent Protection Insurance included as part of managed service fees ✔️ A new level of managed services […]

Wishing you a Happy New Year

Thank you for being part of the LegalforLandlords journey in 2021. It was a mixed year in the industry for lettings and a very hot one for sales. Throughout 2021 we supported you with tenant referencing, general insurances and professional support services. We kept you up to speed with the ever-changing industry landscape and the […]

December 2021 Newsletters

Please find our December Newsletters below containing all that is new in the property world for agents, landlords and tenants. December 2021 – Newsletter – Agents December 2021 – Newsletter – Landlords December 2021 – Newsletter – Tenants  

Christmas Shutdown Hours 2021

We’ve all worked so hard this year, through different and challenging circumstances. The LegalforLandlords team is looking forward to some well-deserved time off over the festive period, and we hope you are too. Friday 24th December: Closed Monday 27th December: Closed Tuesday 28th December: Closed Wednesday 29th December: Open 10am-3pm Thursday 30th December: Open 10am-3pm […]

A message from Sim Sekhon

What a year it’s been, both personally and in business. Earlier this year, the family and I had a roller coaster of a ride with the birth of my daughter, and then more recently, the acquisition of Propoly. Moving house, getting married and all those big life events seem a doddle in reflection. With a […]

The crucial landlord compliance checklist

The crucial landlord compliance checklist. Whether you’re an old-hand at the business of property rental or a first-time landlord, it’s easy to lose track of all the things you need to do. Some are legal requirements. Others simply make sense. Download our landlord compliance checklist here.