Thu 24 March 2022

ARLA, The Association of Residential Lettings Agents, was formed in 1981 as the professional and regulatory body for letting agents in the UK. As the Residential Lettings market is so specific and detailed, this separate organisation helps to promote standards in what is a growing sector of the property market. Read More

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Fri 25 February 2022

Letting a property can be a complex minefield full of regulation, legislation and compliance. This is why more and more landlords have identified the importance of seeking the advice and expertise of a qualified and trusted agent. Read More

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Tue 22 February 2022

Thinking of investing in a Buy-to-Let property? The demand for rental property remains at an exceptional level and, with rent and capital values rising, the return from a Buy-To-Let investment remains a good option for many. Andrew Luxton, Head of Lettings at Stags, considers the options in today’s property market. Read More

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Thu 17 February 2022

Claire Pile MARLA stresses the importance of landlords ensuring they keep up to date with the changes that are happening and outlines the key changes that they need to be aware of. Read More

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Thu 16 December 2021

Claire Pile MARLA, Stags Lettings Training and Development Manager congratulates Emily Williams, Manager of the Truro Lettings department on her recent success in becoming a qualified member of the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (ARLA). Read More

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Tue 7 December 2021

The latest report from the Office of National Statistics, published in October, confirms that the South West saw the highest annual growth in private rental prices in the UK. Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, explains the number of factors affecting the current level of rents. Read More

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Mon 6 December 2021

The UK Government announced on the 23rd November 2021 its proposals to extend the rules for domestic smoke and carbon monoxide alarms within all rented accommodation in England. Read More

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Tue 19 October 2021

To make sure you and your property are fully compliant, you are receiving a good return on your investment and you have a quality tenant, choosing the right agent is the key. With so many letting agents out there, knowing what to look for and the questions to ask can be daunting. Here are just a few of our top tips and things to consider when choosing your agent. Read More

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Fri 15 October 2021

Rowbrook Farm is a beautiful Listed, stone-built house surrounded by approximately three acres of its own land in a stunning moorland location in the heart of Dartmoor National Park. Read More

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Wed 29 September 2021

Over the past 18 months the pandemic has forced us to change the way we go about our everyday lives. We have all had to adapt and make significant changes and with home becoming more of a focus for us all, the property market is having to adapt too. Whether it is how we conduct viewings and arrange property visits, to the required notice periods, changes have happened and can be hard to keep track of. Read More

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Mon 5 July 2021

Claire Pile MARLA of Stags is delighted to report the success of the firms recent lettings webinar which provided an update on the current market and the impact of Covid. Read More

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Mon 21 June 2021

Stags is delighted by the strengthening of our Residential lettings department in Exeter with the full-time appointment of Tess Wigram as the lettings manager, who joined last month and who will be working alongside the current team of Polly, Jackie and Josie. Read More

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Wed 9 June 2021

Stags is delighted to announce the appointment of three new managers joining our experienced lettings team. Read More

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Wed 2 June 2021

Stags are delighted to announce the strengthening of their North Devon Lettings Department with the appointment of Jasper van der Zalm as Residential Lettings Manager Read More

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Thu 20 May 2021

No matter how long or short the duration of a tenancy there are often changes that occur and are all too often forgotten about, undocumented or result in a landlord, property or tenant being non-compliant. Claire Pile MARLA details six of the most common changes that occur and the action you should take if they arise. Read More

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Thu 13 May 2021

Claire Pile MARLA of Stags Residential Lettings is pleased to report that the Government has announced changes to the current notice periods in line with the phased easing of restrictions. Read More

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Thu 25 March 2021

Over the last few years the Private Rental Sector has seen many changes with added regulations and compliance as a result of the government’s desire to improve the standard of private rented accommodation. In addition, changes to the way rental income is taxed has made many landlords consider their existing portfolio or consideration to purchasing extra properties. Read More

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Wed 24 March 2021

Claire Pile MARLA of Stags Lettings department outlines the importance of tenancy inventories and written records when letting a property.  Read More

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Fri 29 January 2021

The housing secretary recently announced that the current ban on bailiff evictions due to the Covid crisis will be further extended until the 21st February. Read More

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Fri 29 January 2021

As part of the Governments drive to improve energy efficiency of Let homes they introduced the Green Homes Grant at the end of last year. Providing an ideal opportunity for landlords to apply for vouchers from a £2 billion fund in order to cover two thirds of the cost of hiring trades people to upgrade the energy performance of their homes, up to a maximum contribution of £5,000. Read More

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Thu 28 January 2021

The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector Regulations came into force on the 1st June 2020 and applied in England to all new tenancies from 1st July 2020 but more critically to all existing tenancies from 1st April 2021. Read More

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Thu 19 November 2020

Stags Launceston let, the stunning, Treharrock Manor this week for £4,500 per calendar month, showing that demand for large family properties in the South West is higher than ever. Read More

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Thu 15 October 2020

Demand for rental homes is high but this doesn’t mean that you have to settle for second best when finding your perfect home to rent. Now more than ever our homes are integral to our lives and it is important that they fulfil our requirements and become a place to escape and relax. Read More

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Wed 26 August 2020

Letting and managing a property can be a difficult task however, using an experienced and qualified letting agent can help to reduce the stress and ensure you avoid the potential pitfalls. Read More

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Wed 26 August 2020

Finding that your property has been left unclean and unkept at the end of a tenancy can be a nightmare for any Landlord, this often leads to costly and time-consuming preparation to ensure the property is ready for the next tenants. Stags lettings team is continually advising tenants to thoroughly prepare their rented properties ahead of their departure at the end of their tenancy. If you are a tenant who is reaching the end of a tenancy agreement or a landlord who is preparing to let a property, these top tips can help prevent such issues occurring. Read More

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Fri 21 August 2020

As a part of the Governments drive to improve the energy efficiency of Let homes the recent Green Homes Grant provides an opportunity for Landlords to make improvements. Read More

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Mon 27 July 2020

The Government has outlined new court procedures to address the expected backlog of cases when eviction proceedings resume on August the 24th. Read More

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Mon 20 July 2020

The lasts English Housing Survey covering 2018/19 includes some interesting statistics relating to the private rented sector. Read More

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Mon 13 July 2020

It’s often assumed that renting a property stops you from making a house a home. However, this isn’t the case, there are many ways that you can put your own stamp on a rental property without the need to rip up carpets or even open a tin of paint. Read More

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Thu 9 July 2020

The Chancellor announced on Wednesday the 8th July, as part of additional economic measures in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, that the UK Government will introduce a new £2 billion Green Homes Grant for landlords and homeowners to help make their properties more energy-efficient. Read More

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Thu 2 July 2020

Stags let a variety of properties from modern family homes to sprawling country estates... Read More

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Tue 30 June 2020

The stay on housing possession claims, as a result of the COVID - 19  crisis, came into effect on the 26th March and was further extended, meaning that no cases will be heard by the courts until the 23rd August, at the earliest. Whilst the principle, when brought in is to be supported, the impact to landlords and agents could be significant and a Government co-ordinated strategy is required. Read More

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Wed 24 June 2020

Following the full reopening of the property letting market we have seen a huge demand for West Country property to rent. Read More

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Mon 8 June 2020

Late on Friday the Government announced an extension to the ban on evictions by another 2 months. This means that eviction hearings will not be heard in court until the end of August. The government stated that as a result no one will be evicted from their homes this summer due to Coronavirus. Read More

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Wed 3 June 2020

Stags brings you a selection of beautiful family homes available to rent across the West Country...all with fantastic space both inside and out. Read More

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Wed 20 May 2020

As restrictions within the property market are relaxed and we ease out of the lockdown, the new ‘normal’ in the lettings sector is emerging. Read More

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Wed 13 May 2020

Now that the Government has announced the ability for the property market to ‘re-open’ we anticipate an initial surge of enquiries and activity. Over the past few month’s, we have been taking details of those interested in viewing properties, and now have a high volume of requests to fulfil. Read More

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Thu 7 May 2020

The full impact of the Coronavirus is yet to fully translate into the rental market. Read More

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Fri 1 May 2020

At the time of writing we are still in lockdown dealing with the full impact of the restrictions, anticipating and hoping of some relaxation within the next few weeks. Read More

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Mon 27 April 2020

We are in the grips of a pandemic which has changed our lives at a speed that many of us would have never imagined. The way in which we all go about those everyday things which we now take for granted has changed; the way we ‘go to work’, do our shopping, exercise, socialise and communicate now looks very different. Read More

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Tue 21 April 2020

Anyone who is self-isolating is advised to avoid any visitors to their home. This will affect a landlord’s ability to inspect properties or organise repairs and maintenance. Read More

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Tue 14 April 2020

An annual gas safety certificate for any rental property is a legal requirement and as such are classified as essential works and should be carried out where possible Read More

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Thu 2 April 2020

“I am a tenant and don’t want to leave my tenancy but can’t pay overdue rent or any of this month’s rent. Can I use my deposit to pay it?” Read More

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Tue 31 March 2020

Without exception we are all experiencing unprecedented times as a result of the Coronavirus Pandemic which is affecting all of our daily lives.  Read More

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Wed 26 February 2020

The Private Rented Sector (PRS) is playing an increasingly important role in providing housing within England, confirms the recent English Housing Survey. Read More

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Thu 20 February 2020

The government policy for rented housing is failing, according to a string of data released by a number of organisations and letting bodies, discusses Andrew Luxton, partner in charge of Stags Lettings department. Read More

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Mon 20 January 2020

Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has announced that he is planning to amend the Government’s model contract to make it easier for tenants to have pets. Read More

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Sun 10 November 2019

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Thu 17 October 2019

On the hunt for a property to rent in the South West? We've chosen our top five rental properties currently on the market across the West Country. Read More

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Mon 7 October 2019

Stags was delighted to attend the third Mid Devon District Council landlord networking event at the Hartnoll Hotel on Wednesday 2 October. Read More

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Fri 5 July 2019

The latest ARLA private rented sector report reveals that rents are rising quickly following the recent Tenant Fees Act. Read More

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Thu 13 June 2019

Claire Pile MARLA outlines the importance of tenancy inventories and written records when letting a property.  Read More

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Thu 23 May 2019

Stags was delighted to attend the recent Exeter City Council’s Landlord Networking event held at The Forum, Exeter University. Read More

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Thu 2 May 2019

Claire Pile MARLA outlines the key points all landlords should be aware of when handling tenants’ deposits. Read More

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Thu 4 April 2019

Stags Residential Lettings department is proud to be a member of ARLA and therefore able to offer our landlords and tenants the added protection this affords. Read More

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Mon 1 April 2019

Do you know an excellent landlord you'd like to recommend? Here's how you can get your hands on a £50 M&S gift card! Read More

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Mon 1 April 2019

Tara Drewett of Stags Launceston is now a member of ARLA. Read More

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Fri 15 March 2019

Claire Pile MARLA of Stags Lettings department reports on the number of renters still failing to take out tenants insurance and highlights the associated risks. Read More

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Thu 14 March 2019

Privately-rented accommodation will be checked for electrical safety in a Government initiative. Read More

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Mon 11 February 2019

Andrew Luxton of Stags Lettings discusses the results of a recent survey. Read More

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Wed 16 January 2019

Whether you’re a seasoned renter or are renting for the first time, there are a few considerations you should take before signing on the dotted line. Read More

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Thu 22 November 2018

This autumn, Stags held four successful lettings seminars in Taunton, Exeter, Totnes and Tavistock. Read More

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Wed 21 November 2018

Stags Lettings department has recently launched a dedicated buy-to-let advice line for those considering investing in a rental property in the West Country. Read More

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Wed 21 November 2018

Following Exeter City Council’s Renting Minefield event, Claire Pile of Stags Lettings outlines the three biggest issues facing landlords today.  Read More

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Thu 8 November 2018

The Government has recently given in to pressure and pledged to give all tenants access to the government’s new rogue landlord database. Read More

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Wed 31 October 2018

Claire Pile of Stags Lettings department outlines everything you should know before investing in a buy-to-let property. Read More

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Wed 10 October 2018

Stags was delighted to attend the recent Mid Devon District Council’s Landlord Networking event held at Paschoe House, near Crediton. Read More

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Wed 10 October 2018

Instruct Stags in 2018 and you will save an average of £600 by making the most of this exclusive promotion. Read More

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Mon 8 October 2018

This autumn Stags is joining South West accountants and business advisors to bring you three informative events about property letting. Read More

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Fri 28 September 2018

Are you a landlord who is considering issuing your tenants with a Section 21 notice? Claire Pile MARLA of Stags Lettings department outlines what you should know before you act. Read More

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Mon 24 September 2018

If you own a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), make sure you're one step ahead of the upcoming HMO legislation changes. Read More

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Thu 20 September 2018

A comprehensive review of fire safety guidelines will begin this autumn, Housing Secretary James Brokenshire recently announced. Read More

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Wed 5 September 2018

Need to fill your rental home quickly but don't want to compromise on the quality of your tenants? Claire Pile MARLA of Stags Lettings department offers her top tips for finding the right tenant fast. Read More

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Tue 28 August 2018

One in five of us live in the Private Rented Sector, according to the Government’s latest English Housing Survey. Read More

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Mon 13 August 2018

With well over 125 pieces of legislation now in place for the private rental sector, it is more important than ever to be well-informed when renting our letting a property. Read More

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Mon 13 August 2018

In the last two years Stags have undertaken a number of letting seminars throughout the South West primarily focusing on the current letting market, Buy To Let investment and held in conjunction with other professionals such as accountants and financial advisors. Read More

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Thu 30 November 2017

Following our summer of shows, during which we ran a competition to 'let your house for free', a lucky winner has been announced. Read More

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Thu 26 October 2017

Andrew Luxton of Stags Residential Lettings Department discusses new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards regulations. Read More

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Thu 21 September 2017

Confused about how recent legislation changes might affect you? Have your questions answered at our upcoming landlords seminars across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. Read More

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Mon 18 September 2017

Andrew Luxton sheds light on tenant demand in the South West and further afield. Read More

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Fri 25 August 2017

Congratulations to Stags letting manager, Jenna Kerby, who has recently successfully passed her ARLA exams. Read More

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Tue 4 July 2017

Andrew Luxton of Stags Residential Lettings Department sheds light on new eviction notice legislations. Read More

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Mon 5 June 2017

Claire Pile from Stags lettings department outlines future EPC changes that landlords should be aware of. Read More

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Fri 2 June 2017

The most common cause of tenancy deposit disputes in private rented properties is cleaning - here's how to avoid it. Read More

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Tue 30 May 2017

Following two well-attended Landlords Advice Evening in the Barnstaple and Okehampton Offices, we would encourage all prospective Buy-to-Let investors to seek advice first. Read More

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Sun 23 April 2017

Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, head of Stags Residential Lettings Department congratulates Gemma Webber in passing her NFoPP Level 3 Technical Award in Residential Letting and Property Management, and becoming a member of ARLA (Association of Residential Letting Agents). Read More

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Fri 7 April 2017

After two years of campaigning by ARLA the Government have just confirmed that they will be introducing compulsory money protection and it will become mandatory for all agents to offer this greater level of protection for landlords and tenants. Read More

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Thu 23 March 2017

The Government have recently confirmed that new measures to crack down on rogue landlords will come into force on the 6th April 2017. The new measures include powers to prosecute and impose significant fines or issue civil notices with penalties of up to £30,000. Read More

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Fri 3 February 2017

Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, head of Stags Residential Lettings Department congratulates Kelly Hall in passing her NFoPP Level 3 Technical Award in Residential Letting & Property Management and becoming a member of ARLA (Association of Residential Letting Agents). Read More

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Mon 16 January 2017

Brought in under the Immigration Act 2014, Right to Rent was introduced in February last year, it requires Landlords and Agents to check the immigration status of prospective occupiers before they allow them to move in. Read More

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Mon 14 November 2016

Andrew Luxton, Head of Stags Residential Lettings congratulates Maria Craze in passing her NFoPP Level 3 Technical Award in Residential Letting and Property Management and becoming a Member of ARLA (Association of Residential Letting Agents). Read More

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Wed 27 January 2016

The Governments new legislation comes into place on the 1st February 2016 and will require all landlords and agents in England to check a tenants immigration status or “right to rent” in the UK. A failure to prepare could leave landlords at serious financial risk, with potential fines of £3,000 if they do not comply. Read More

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Thu 5 November 2015

Stags Residential Lettings Department is delighted to report on two highly successful Buy To Let seminars that took place recently in Exeter and Truro. Read More

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Sun 4 October 2015

Stags Residential Lettings Department are delighted to announce two forthcoming Buy To Let Updates that they are holding with partnering firms in Exeter and Truro. The events will be held on Thursday, 22nd October 2015 at The Devon Hotel, Exeter and Wednesday, 28th October 2015 at The Alverton Hotel, Truro. Read More

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Sun 2 August 2015

Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, Partner in charge of Stags Residential Lettings Department confirms that on Thursday, 23rd July 2015 the Secretary of State for Energy and Climate, Amber Rudd, announced the end of funding to the green deal finance company effectively ending the green deal. Read More

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Mon 27 July 2015

Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, Partner in charge of Stags Residential Lettings Department comments on a recent report from PwC Business Consultancy which states that one in four households in the UK will be privately renting by 2025. Read More

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Tue 31 March 2015

Stags Residential Lettings Department are delighted to report on two highly successful Buy To Let seminars that took place recently in Cornwall at Lifton and Truro. Read More

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Fri 20 March 2015

Andrew Luxton, Partner in charge of Stags residential Lettings Department feels that recent changes to pension rules could lead to a significant increase in the number of retiree landlords investing in the private rented sector. Read More

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Tue 10 March 2015

Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, Partner in Charge of Stags Residential Lettings Department welcomes the recent publication of the ARLA and NAEA Housing Manifesto for 2015. Read More

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Tue 3 March 2015

The recent English Housing Survey results for 2013/14, have just been released, confirming a further considerable rise in the private rented sector in England. Read More

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Tue 17 February 2015

Stags Residential Lettings Department are delighted to announce two forthcoming Buy To Let Seminars that they are holding with partnering firms. The events will be held on Tuesday, 17th March at Lifton Farm Shop and Wednesday, 24th March at Epiphany House in Truro. Read More

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Thu 29 January 2015

Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, Partner in charge of Stags Residential Lettings Department points towards a recent residential landlord’s association press release confirming that private sector rents are actually falling in real terms. Read More

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Wed 14 January 2015

Stags Residential Lettings Department confirms that a recent National Landlords Association report has shown that just under 22 billion has been invested in the UK’s Buy to Let sector in the past 12 months. Read More

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Thu 8 January 2015

Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, Partner in charge of Stags Residential Lettings Department confirms that a recent survey has shown that many new landlords are unaware of basic legal, health and safety regulations that relate to letting property. Read More

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Thu 11 December 2014

With the prime selling season now past and winter fast approaching, many owners are faced with decisions as to how to deal with a property that could be empty for several months. Read More

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Thu 11 December 2014

Stags Residential Lettings Department supports the latest ARLA call for better regulations of letting agents when it comes to tenant fees. Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, Partner states said, “that whilst fees are necessary, a minority of agencies are over-charging. Read More

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Thu 11 December 2014

Andrew Luxton MRICS FARLA, Partner in charge of Stags Residential Lettings Department, confirms that the two recent seminars which followed another held in Exeter, confirm the appetite for more information from both those existing Buy To Let investors and those contemplating an investment for the first time. Entitled “Let us help you through the Buy To Let maze”, it was an invitation to all those interested either as existing or new Buy to Let investors to come along and learn about the current market, receive advice and hear from various speakers Read More

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