Entries by Joanna Plane

Avoiding Possession Claims by following Pre‐Action Protocol

New protection rules and updates to legislation have been brought in to protect tenants and landlords, and the courts will consider the impact Coronavirus may have had in proceedings. Download our free PDF below, which summarises best practice that should be considered before starting the evictions process. An important part of this process is that […]

Raising dough for an amazing cause

On Friday 2nd October we dusted off our rolling pins once again to help raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support. From Biscoff rocky road to gooey brownies and surprise rainbow cakes, it’s safe to say we outdid ourselves this year. Of course, we had to add some healthy competition into the mix and choose a […]

September 2020 Newsletters

Please find our September Newsletters below containing all that is new in the property world for agents, landlords and tenants. September 2020 – Newsletter – Agents September 2020 – Newsletter – Landlords September 2020 – Newsletter – Tenants  

Changes to Rent & Legal Protection from 1st October 2020

Please be advised that policy terms will change from 1st October 2020*. This is due to current legislation changes and the insurance underwriters amendments. Whilst we understand this is not ideal, we still have a great product to offer – one that remains very competitive, particularly in the current climate. The new policy details are as follows: […]

Sim Sekhon: The lift on tenant eviction ban shouldn’t cause panic.

On the 20 September the Government lifted the ban on evicting tenants. The ban was put in place to help tenants who were struggling financially during the Pandemic and has been in place since March 2020. With emotions running high it’s understandable that tenants are concerned about the effects of the ban being lifted and […]

Join us at The Virtual EA Masters 2020

There’s no denying that 2020 has thrown us all some curveballs, but at LegalforLandlords, we carry on. In fact, our commitment to providing the best service and products to agents is the reason we’re exhibiting at The Virtual EA Masters 2020 on 8th October. Join us online as we exhibit at the UK’s largest virtual […]

The latest from LegalforLandlords – September 2020

We’re committed to serving the needs of lettings agents. That’s why we’re continuously updating our products and services to help make your job easier. Throughout September and October you can expect lots of new and exciting updates from LforL. Take a read of the bulletin below for a snapshot of what’s happening. If you’d like […]

August 2020 Newsletters

Please find our August Newsletters below containing all that is new in the property world for agents, landlords and tenants. August 2020 – Newsletter – Agents August 2020 – Newsletter – Landlords August 2020 – Newsletter – Tenants  

Sim Sekhon: Eviction U-turn and a shift in balance.

When the eviction ban was first extended back in June, I said the consequences would roll on and on. Now, with a further four-week extension just announced, I’m doubling down on that statement. However, a surprise twist to the bombshell six-month notice period brings a touch of solace to landlords. The government revealed that agents […]

New RentalPassport™: cut risk and boost profits

Powered by LegalforLandlords, RentalPassport™ is a brand new product which offers significant advantages for you as letting agents, but also landlords and tenants too. RentalPassport™ is an effective alternative to traditional tenant referencing which encourages potential tenants to prove their trustworthiness upfront – even before viewings are arranged. Valid for 90 days, RentalPassport™ is the […]

Tenant referencing: driven by technology, backed by experience

Want a recommendation you can trust on every prospective tenant? We use best of breed technology, multiple data points and a highly experienced team to ensure that’s what we deliver. Salesforce is at the heart of what we do, and we leverage all the advantages of the latest PropTech and FinTech solutions, working with the […]

FAQs – Do I need to file a Reactivation Notice?

Landlords need to confirm if they wish to make or continue with an eviction claim by filling in a reactivation notice and sending it to the court. How do I know if I need to file a Reactivation Notice? If your possession claim was listed for a hearing but then adjourned due to COVID19 or […]

July 2020 Newsletters

  Please find our July Newsletters below containing all that is new in the property world for agents, landlords and tenants. July 2020 – Newsletter – Agents July 2020 – Newsletter – Landlords July 2020 – Newsletter – Tenants  

Important Legal Update: Temporary amendment to Civil Procedure Rules 1998

A temporary amendment to the Civil Procedure Rules 1998 has been announced to manage the resumption of possession proceedings when the “moratorium evictions” ends on 23 August 2020. The changes to the usual possession proceedings process mean you’ll need to be prepared, providing a reactivation notice to the court and tenant. What’s changed? Landlords must […]

Has your tenant stopped paying rent? We can help.

Has your tenant stopped paying rent? Do you want your property back? Don’t feel like you have to sit back and wait… new notices CAN still be served. If you’ve exhausted all attempts to negotiate repayment and are unsure what to do, we can help. Don’t wait for the courts to re-open – you need […]

A good time to buy: stamp duty cut from today until March 2021

Today Rishi Sunak delivered the highly anticipated Summer economic statement, or ‘mini-budget’ for 2020. It was expected to deliver a lifeline to businesses and stimulate the economy, but did it deliver? The initial response is a resounding ‘yes’. The Government announced £30billion of extra spending to support a jobs retention bonus, incentives to hire apprentices, […]

June 2020 Newsletters

Please find below our Agent, Landlord and Tenant June Newsletters containing all that is new in the property world. June 2020 – Newsletter – Agents June 2020 – Newsletter – Landlords June 2020 – Newsletter – Tenants  

Join the conversation: LegalforLandlords podcast round-up.

“Forget Survival, think personal and business growth…” is a brand new, straight talking property podcast series hosted by LegalforLandlords MD, Sim Sekhon. Each episode aims to explore startling facts and figures – not to try and scare you – but in the hope that you’ll sit up and take notice. The truth about the property […]

Important COVID-19 Updates: What’s changed since 23rd April?

To help support you and your business, we have put together a list of facts summarising the changes currently impacting the Private Rental Sector due to the Coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 is an ever-changing landscape and subject to swift changes. Our last update went out on 23rd April, and even since then a lot has changed. […]