The ongoing Channel migrant crisis has reached unprecedented levels in 2025, prompting the Home Office to appeal to landlords nationwide. As of April, more than 8,064 migrants have crossed the English Channel in small boats, highlighting the severe housing shortages facing the UK government. Why Landlords Are Being Called Upon The situation has escalated significantly, … Read more
Attorney Lauren DiMartino, along with co-counsel Jim Ray of The Ray Legal Group, petitioned the Supreme Court of Maryland to bypass the Appellate Court to hear a case involving Maryland’s HOME Act. Lauren and Jim represent Katrina Hare, a participant in the Housing Choice voucher program that provides rental subsidy vouchers to low-income individuals. In … Read more
When the government announced a rise in the stamp duty surcharge for landlords and second-home buyers, many predicted a mass exodus of buy-to-let investors. Cue dramatic headlines forecasting doom for the UK housing market and a bleak future for tenants searching for affordable rental homes. But has this actually happened? Not quite. Despite a hefty … Read more
With e-bikes, e-scooters, and electric vehicles (EVs) rising, lithium-ion batteries have become a mainstay in many properties. While these batteries power the “green movement” they also come with a notable fire risk. As a landlord, you are responsible for keeping your tenants safe and your property compliant with fire safety regulations. Why Lithium-Ion Batteries Are … Read more
The Labour Government’s 2024 Autumn Budget brings a host of new tax measures aimed primarily at second homeowners, buy-to-let landlords, holiday lettings, and employers. These changes are designed to realign tax rates and incentivise primary home ownership while also putting employers on notice to prepare for increased costs in the coming years. For property owners … Read more