Landlord Compliance: Avoiding Costly Fines Under the New Renters’ Rights Bill
The UK government is tightening regulations on landlords with the introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill. If you own or manage rental properties, staying compliant is now more crucial than ever. Failing to meet the new requirements could result in fines of up to £40,000. Here’s what you need to know to protect your investment […]
Stamp Duty Changes in 2025: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers
The UK property market is experiencing a surge in activity ahead of the April 2025 stamp duty changes. According to Rightmove (2025), the upcoming tax change has pushed demand up by 8% and increased home sales by 15%, as buyers rush to secure deals before the deadline. At ABC Gone, we’ve seen firsthand how landlords […]
Urgent: New Licensing Rules for Barking & Dagenham Landlords
At ABC Gone Estate Agents, we are dedicated to keeping landlords, tenants, and the wider community informed about important regulatory changes that impact the private rental market. Barking and Dagenham Council has introduced two new property licensing schemes aimed at improving housing standards and tenant safety. Here’s everything you need to know. Selective Licensing Scheme […]
What Is Guaranteed Rent, and How Does It Work?
Guaranteed Rent is a service offered primarily by lettings agencies to landlords, ensuring a steady rental income regardless of whether the property is occupied or if the tenant misses a payment. For landlords, it’s a way to sidestep common rental risks like vacant periods, payment delays, or tenant issues, providing a dependable and stress-free rental […]
What east London landlords need to know about the how to rent guide
If you’re an east London landlord with property in Romford, Dagenham, Ilford, Hornchurch or Grays, one of your first duties is making sure your tenants receive a copy of the government’s how to rent guide. Supplying the how to rent guide is an obligation for landlords. If you don’t provide one, you may find it […]
How to Evict a Tenant: A Guide for London Landlords
One of the biggest problems that landlords in London experience is trying to evict tenants. Going through court can be very expensive but there are other approaches to evicting tenants, helping to keep costs down and keep stress to a minimum. In this article we explain the legal requirements of evicting a tenant in an […]
Can I Change my Residential Mortgage to Buy To Let?
When your circumstances change and you move out of your residential home, either to relocate for work or because you move in with someone, one of your options is to rent out your property. Perhaps you don’t want to sell your property in case you want to move back in at some point, or you […]
How Do I Evict a Tenant Without a Tenancy Agreement?
If you’re looking to evict a tenant without tenancy agreement in the east London areas of Romford, Hornchurch, Dagenham, Rainham, Upminster or Harold Wood, read on. For most people in the private rented sector, a tenancy agreement signed by both parties is the number one essential for both landlords and tenants. But if you think […]
What’s The Penalty For Not Protecting A Tenant’s Deposit?
Under the Housing Act 2004, landlords in England and Wales have a legal requirement to protect their tenant’s deposit. Compliance with these regulations is essential to avoid significant penalties. If you are a landlord or thinking of becoming a landlord in areas such as Dagenham or Romford, or anywhere in England and Wales, the tenancy […]
What is a fair rent increase in east London?
Monthly rents have risen over recent years as landlords’ costs have gone up – and competition among renters has remained high. If a landlord wants to increase the rent, it’s usual for tenants to agree to a rent rise that’s fair and reasonable – but they are able to query it. So, what is a […]
