Agent says 2021 is chance to level playing field with tenants

Agent says 2021 is chance to level playing field with tenants


Todays other news


A letting agent and property management expert says the likely introduction of the Renters Reform Bill in 2021 is a chance for the industry to be given a level playing field with tenants.

Robert Burdett of James Leigh Property Management says: “Landlords and their tenants need to have legislation in place that provides a level playing field for both parties. On the one hand, a recognition that a property belongs to a landlord and that property needs to be respected. And on the other hand, protecting the rights of good tenants so that they can stay in their homes.”

He continues: ”We need to see absolute clarity around what constitutes grounds for possession of a property. Court reform is also needed, with the introduction of a dedicated housing court or tribunal with the right expertise to ensure consistency for both landlord and tenant. 

“And finally, reform that creates lifetime deposits that enable tenants to pass their deposit directly between landlords, while protecting landlords’ rights to make valid claims for damages to properties.”

He says that the commitment made to abolish Section 21 at the end of 2019 was headline-grabbing news, but landlords must retain the right to repossess their homes, providing they have a legitimate reason.

Burdett believes the government has the perfect opportunity to work with landlords and tenants to make credible reforms that strikes a balance between the needs of landlords and tenants.

“If the government goes ahead with its Renters’ Reform Bill in 2021 we have a perfect opportunity to bring together tenants, landlords and their representative bodies to make change that will create a level playing field for both landlords and tenants.”

Share this article ...

Join the conversation: Login and have your say

Recommended for you
Related Articles
Acorn is campaigning to beef up the Renters Rights Bill...
Agents’ trade body Propertymark has congratulated shadow housing secretary Kemi...
Agents should not panic about the controversial Renters Rights Bill,...
Reeves to slash Right To Buy discount on Wednesday...
It’s been revealed by Propertymark that HM Revenue & Customs...
A regional agent says the fear of further taxes on...
Recommended for you
Latest Features
Acorn is campaigning to beef up the Renters Rights Bill...
It's headed up two agents with three decades of knowledge...
A prominent lettings agent claims landlords are relieved that Capital...
Sponsored Content
In an industry where compliance and client money handling are...
PropTech provider Reapit will announce the latest enhancement to its...
B-hive Block Management Partners Celebrates Major Milestone With Over 100...

Send to a friend

In order to send this article to a friend you must first login. Click on the button below to login or sign up.

No one likes pop-ups ...
But while you're here