Differences in Tenancy Types and the Six Geese a Laying
Using the correct contracts when letting out a property is extremely important.
There are so many variants of generic contracts which range from the Assured Shorthand Tenancy (AST) to a variety of Common Law Agreements and Licences which are used for grazing purposes, boat hire, garages, parking, sheds and much more. Understanding the differences between contracts will help understand how to navigate the tenancy correctly.
What about those Five Gold Rings?
During the past 200 years Parliament has focused its attention on a wide range of issues affecting people's personal lives in relation to marriage, divorce and sexuality. Often Parliament has passed legislation in response to campaigns by outside groups and organisations which have been anxious to protect vulnerable individuals. It has increasingly legislated on controversial issues where there have been many diverse, strongly-held opinions to take into account.
Summer Breeze Makes Us Feel Fine
Across Europe, mainly because of the heat, schools close much earlier and then “businesses” seem to start closing down, especially during the month of August. An Italian client of ours asked whether this is the same in the UK because in Italy holiday allowance is saved up and a lot of the Italian work force makes its way to the coast. In the UK things might slow down, dictated of course, by the school terms, but businesses do not really “stop”. Apparently Rome is empty during the month of August except for tourists who are brave enough to tolerate the midday sun!
The Tenant Fees Act: Deposits and Holding Deposits
The Tenant Fees Act has a number of provisions around tenancy deposits and holding deposits. These are very important as they will bring substantial change to the way many landlords and agents to business. Due to the transition provisions they may also require specific actions on tenancies as they are renewed.