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If my tenants want to buy the house I let to them at market rate and this 99% mortgage offer facilitates this, then I'm happy!

From: Rob Crawford 26 February 2024 14:41 PM

Rob Crawford
Bristol landlords have had opportunities to oppose the "city wide" licensing schemes but they are submissive. They are weak and reluctant to raise their heads above the parapet. Through the Local Landlord Association (Wessex) , they have had opportunities to rally and jointly fund an appeal against these schemes. They are silent in their absence. Instead, and due to a raft of other reasons, landlords have decided to sell up. This makes a mockery of BCC's PRS Strategy will not achieve it's objective to reduce the numbers of homeless. Instead it will reduce the number of homes available to those who cannot afford to buy. The extortionate fees are not justified. I believe an independent audit of the PRS departments accounts is justified.

From: Rob Crawford 13 February 2024 07:56 AM

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It's good to hear the big car giants are now switching research from electric to hydrogen fuel. This should encourage governments to look longer term and towards more carbon friendly hydrogen fueled heating systems.

From: Rob Crawford 07 February 2024 07:30 AM

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Bristol PRS Strategy Team - are you reading this?

From: Rob Crawford 20 January 2024 14:28 PM

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6 months surely not 4 !

From: Rob Crawford 19 January 2024 15:35 PM

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I assume the increase is to encourage compliance rather than because of an increase in BANES administration costs. Its a penalty (is this legal?). The standards set by BANES will have to be very clear and not open to miss-interpretation. If standards change, they must be justified and clearly communicated to landlords. Where landlords strive to achieve a standard at their cost to later find it has changed or has been mss interpreted because it has been badly written, any such charge should be contested.

From: Rob Crawford 15 January 2024 08:46 AM

Rob Crawford
In my experience all councils feel it is their responsibility to "inform tenants of their rights". This includes advising them to stay until the bailifs arrive. What they tend not to explain is that this action is not compliant with the AST Agreement contracted terms so the landlord won't give a satisfactory reference and it will yherefore be more difficult to rent in the future etc etc. The problem is that councils don't have any property to house evicted tenants.

From: Rob Crawford 08 January 2024 09:00 AM

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...and mortgage!

From: Rob Crawford 07 November 2023 09:01 AM

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No it doesn't, but if you have back to back short term let's I think the room would be considered as permanently let to an unrelated person and hence it would deem the property as an HMO.

From: Rob Crawford 07 November 2023 09:00 AM

Rob Crawford
It demonstrates to me that AirBnB don't know what they are proposing. They are not PRS experts or have any understanding of legislation involved, particularly in respect of HMOs. AirBnB just see this as a potential money making strategy where they will offer to find short term tenants for your spare rooms. They have no concren on the legal impact this will have on the tenant or landlord.

From: Rob Crawford 07 November 2023 07:17 AM

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Utter garbage, why is this study even being entertained!

From: Rob Crawford 10 October 2023 07:10 AM

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OK, so the implications of this are that those landlords who have adopted this approach will now sell up as quickly as they can! Well done HMRC another Government own goal!

From: Rob Crawford 06 October 2023 11:37 AM

Rob Crawford
I wonder at what point you become blessed as a rogue landlord. Minor. Very subjective, but I suspect the landlord will be guilty until proved innocent via some long drawn out process!

From: Rob Crawford 27 September 2023 15:06 PM

Rob Crawford
We blame the Conservatives because they were in power at the time. If Labour had been in power we would most likely be even worse off!

From: Rob Crawford 13 September 2023 08:46 AM

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Hi Martin, you make some good points. Particularly aligning the EPC cost based system with target carbon efficiency ratings.

From: Rob Crawford 09 September 2023 11:26 AM

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The main issue in my mind is the conflict between what is acceptable to achieve an EPC Band C that also meets zero carbon targets. I'm not entertaining one without the other. The only answer in my mind is the introduction of hydrogen gas.

From: Rob Crawford 02 September 2023 21:03 PM

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There are various calculations to derive what is called a yield. Its a meaning less calculation. Its not related to profit unless all costs are included. The only figures of any worth is profit and rate of return, these will vary depending on the cost of mortgages, legal fees, renovation etc etc.

From: Rob Crawford 25 August 2023 08:29 AM

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Tenants are already protected by law in regards to repairs. Tenants don't need a licencing scheme to report landlord failures to the council and the council is already empowered to prosecute. Absolutely no need for additional licencing!

From: Rob Crawford 19 July 2023 08:16 AM

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Anyone contemplating solar energy or heat fans must consider not only the initial installation cost but also the return on the investment and replacement life and cost of key components. Of course, if the tenant pays the energy bills (as in most cases, the landlord won't get a return unless the rent is increased to ensure this.

From: Rob Crawford 07 July 2023 14:14 PM

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A well informed, educated tenant and a niave landlord. Weldone the tenant. Landlords like this give other landlords a bad name!

From: Rob Crawford 06 July 2023 16:57 PM

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So if at this late stage the Renters Reform Bill is amended. Does the approval process have to start all Iover again? Also, the fact that this so called discrimination issue is only just being considered, what on earth have Gove and his team been doing over the last few years?

From: Rob Crawford 06 July 2023 16:52 PM

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It's so they can tick the, "we've consulted with landlords" box!

From: Rob Crawford 06 June 2023 09:36 AM

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Clearly, you write to the tenants within the 42 day period and state this as a reason your denying them from having a pet.

From: Rob Crawford 23 May 2023 07:13 AM

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It's not just the Renters Reform Bill. Look at the whole picture: Add to it section 24 of the finance act, increasing mortgage interest rates, EPC changes with conflicting carbon emissions, the threat of a labour party, the ageing landlord democratic and a growing anti landlord rhetoric why would you stay in the PRS??

From: Rob Crawford 22 May 2023 10:01 AM

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Most landlords will plan an exit over a number of years. So the physical exodus will show up only over time. However, I would suggest now the the Renters Reform Bill is now out there, a surge of landlords leaving will quickly to develop.

From: Rob Crawford 20 May 2023 11:07 AM

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This assessment on returns is based on purchase and sales comparison. No indication of returns achieved during ownership via letting. So the true potential is not recognised.

From: Rob Crawford 16 May 2023 09:20 AM

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I've read this response before. You need to write in a style that the general populous can understand!

From: Rob Crawford 16 May 2023 08:55 AM

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Most council tips charge landlords commercial rates with a minimum weight, these can be quite high. If you have just a couple of properties you may get away with disguising it as private household waste. Bigger portfolio landlords or during works this is not possible. The cost of waste disposal does not encourage responsible behaviours. Even so fly tipping is certainly unacceptable.

From: Rob Crawford 03 May 2023 08:54 AM

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It would be interesting to hear the landlords side of events. We (landlords) all know that if you fail to comply with regulations or requests for information from the authorities then you can expect prosecution. Landlords like this are a blight to the reputation of good landlords.

From: Rob Crawford 21 April 2023 11:19 AM

Rob Crawford
It would be interesting to hear the landlords side of events. We (landlords) all know that if you fail to comply with regulations or requests for information from the authorities then you can expect prosecution. Landlords like this are a blight to the reputation of good landlords.

From: Rob Crawford 21 April 2023 10:01 AM

Rob Crawford
Agents need to be managed and action overseen. Landlords need to be on top of all regulations etc. Having an agent is not an excuse for ignorance or their errors. When considering an agent, understand what you pay them. It's often a minimal fee and your unlikely to get a good service because they rely on economies of scale. Low pay, too many rentals and inexperienced staff. As a landlord, it is so important to be ontop of your game!

From: Rob Crawford 19 April 2023 10:23 AM

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It's not law yet and the key point that has been missed is the fact the EPC rating system is at odds against the carbon emissions target. Until both are aligned I won't be wasting money on I'll thought out Government plans!

From: Rob Crawford 18 April 2023 08:42 AM

Rob Crawford
Your a "Recticel Instafit slimline insulation" sales guy aren't you?

From: Rob Crawford 17 April 2023 14:04 PM

Rob Crawford
Looks like the EPC mandate will be pushed out to 2028. So a bit more breathing space in this respect. I think the drive to sell is not any single challenge but the sum of all the changes and the threat of rent controls/freezes threatened by Labour, Libs & Greens!

From: Rob Crawford 17 April 2023 14:00 PM

Rob Crawford
Short term let's attract occupants that add to the local economy. If this income is not received via this means then councils will be forced to increase council tax. It will also have a negative impact on small businesses.

From: Rob Crawford 17 April 2023 13:53 PM

Rob Crawford
I don't think you can blame Martin in his business wise rental strategy. The EPC staged increase has been around for some time. Seling or renovating older properties and upgrading a portfolio to future proof it is a wise move. I suppose he is gloating a bit but I can see where he's coming from and less astute landlords may learn from his strategy! I bet he doesn't have any arrears! I think many Councils, who are responsible for enforcing this requirement will have been preparing to be quick off the mark.

From: Rob Crawford 06 April 2023 09:56 AM

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I don't think you can blame Martin in his business wise rental strategy. The EPC staged increase has been around for some time. Seling or renovating older properties and upgrading a portfolio to future proof it is a wise move. I suppose he is gloating a bit but I can see where he's coming from and less astute landlords may learn from his strategy! I bet he doesn't have any arrears! I think many Councils, who are responsible for enforcing this requirement will have been preparing to be quick off the mark.

From: Rob Crawford 06 April 2023 09:55 AM

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It's a big fine. It would be nice to hear the landlords side of the story. Otherwise, based on what is stated the landlords should have taken note of the warnings. I guess at least one of the families are now homeless!

From: Rob Crawford 06 April 2023 09:42 AM

Rob Crawford
The point is - the consultation ends tonight! Make sure you have your say!

From: Rob Crawford 31 March 2023 08:39 AM

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Totally agree, I think! 🤔

From: Rob Crawford 25 March 2023 08:56 AM

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Well done the NRLA for making sure this issue has been clearly communicated to the Government and student unions. Typical that student unions have thrown it back in their face! It's a real issue and o this occasion students would be advised to listen to the NRLA.

From: Rob Crawford 07 December 2022 08:41 AM

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I think if I was asked for a plan to deal with anti social behaviour, I would ask the local authority for their minimum standard and say I would be happy to meet it. I wonder what they would come up with?!

From: Rob Crawford 24 November 2022 17:08 PM

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A strange question! Clearly if the Government does not get a fast repossession alternative to the accelerated section 21 route, then illeagle evictions will become more prolific. No doubt landlords will need to mention mediation etc. But what then!

From: Rob Crawford 24 November 2022 09:41 AM

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Crisis emphasise the lack of social housing is the cause of homelessness but also links it to rising rents. This is simply wrong. If rising rents was the issue we would see swathes of empty houses. We don't!

From: Rob Crawford 24 November 2022 09:34 AM

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Tragic as the loss of a child is, I can't help feeling this is a knee jerk reaction by Gove. What was the cause of the mold and why didn't the tenants wipe it off! Certainly standards need to improve in the Social Housing sector. But I would like to see more effort by the likes of Shelter, Crisis, Acorn etc etc in education tenants on how their property should be looked after on a daily basis.

From: Rob Crawford 24 November 2022 09:29 AM

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It's probably nothing more than a students diss ertation study adopted by the listed organisations. The priority of anyone doing a diss ertation is to get a qualification, not to be necessarily accurate!

From: Rob Crawford 08 November 2022 12:46 PM

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Suggests to me that the selective licensing scheme that now covers most of Bristol is a waste of time! The Association of Local Landlords (Wessex) is there to help landlords and they or any of it's members were not involved in this research.

From: Rob Crawford 08 November 2022 07:05 AM

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Landlords have to consider EPC legislation not just zero carbon targets. If an electric driven pump is installed to replace a gas boiler, your EPC rating will drop (get worse). The government needs to fund complimentary fuels such and nitrogen gas that will work with modern gas boilers.

From: Rob Crawford 20 June 2022 09:51 AM

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There are other short term let options other than AirB&B!

From: Rob Crawford 25 April 2022 08:56 AM

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This is about landlords complying with regulations, not about helping tenants with energy bills! Of course, the majority of landlords want to be compliant with the law!

From: Rob Crawford 11 April 2022 11:31 AM

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Unfortunately all these and other justified reasons that lead to rent increases will be used by the anti-landlord groups as evidence to justify the introduction of rent capping!

From: Rob Crawford 11 April 2022 11:26 AM

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Acorn "demands"! The views of these activists are shallow and bias. They never take in the full picture. What about the wealth that these property owners and holiday makers bring to these communities? Former economies contributed by local fishing, farming and tin mining industries are no longer backbone contributors. Instead jobs and income are sourced by visitors to the area and they need accommodation!

From: Rob Crawford 25 March 2022 07:44 AM

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They are militant groups, what else would we expect. A 100% one sided wish list that should never have gained momentum, let alone be presented to the house of commons. But it's now been presented. Let's hope common sense prevails and it's filed in the bottom draw! Unfortunately uninformed niave vote hunting parties are likely to feature it in any future manifesto! This will then most definately be to the detriment of the PRS.

From: Rob Crawford 23 March 2022 07:44 AM

Rob Crawford
The OTS are just looking for additional means to extract more tax out of landlords - I don't trust them at all!

From: Rob Crawford 17 March 2022 08:51 AM

Rob Crawford
What is the Government's housing plan - other than to screw the landlord either which way they go! Wiith high stamp duty and Section 24 of the Finance Act we are discouraged from buying and with increases on capital gains tax we are discouraged from renovating or selling. Mixed messages all the time!

From: Rob Crawford 15 March 2022 10:04 AM

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Landlords do indeed need to wise up and effectively manage their agents. In my experience even so called reputable agents make errors that can compromise a landlords position. That's why landlords need to stay on top of legislation and ensure their agents are compliant.

From: Rob Crawford 15 March 2022 09:56 AM

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Hold on a minute. What about this aspect of the rebate, "It will be automatically recovered from people’s bills in equal £40 instalments over 5 years, beginning in 2023"! Do we then claw it back from unsuspecting tenants?

From: Rob Crawford 07 March 2022 17:23 PM

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Maybe landlord associations should provide guidance to the Government on what is required by landlords to even begin to entertain such a service. Significant deregulation and changes to legislation particularly right to rent, improved eviction powers, Government funded deposits, subsides for landlord or government funded rent guarantees, epc level and carbon reduction targets removed. Landlords expect an income from their investments as do their mortgage providers. Bigger landlords may be in a better position to help (Lloyd's Bank etc). Smaller landlords are not a charity we are not in a position to help. Shelter will no doubt be very quiet on this subject!

From: Rob Crawford 01 March 2022 08:16 AM

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Yes! It's for HMO's that don't come under Mandatory licensing.

From: Rob Crawford 16 March 2018 08:27 AM

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