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I have been in and around the Hertfordshire property market for over 25 years, starting as an estate agent in the county town of Hertford and now running a successful lettings and property management company based in Stanstead Abbotts. I have let and managed property all over Hertfordshire from the area that I currently work to Wheathampstead where I owned and managed a lettings & estate agents to Watford and surrounding areas where my company acted as a marketing agent for one of the largest property management companies in the country”

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I have been in and around the Hertfordshire property market for over 25 years, starting as an estate agent in the county town of Hertford and now running a successful lettings and property management company based in Stanstead Abbotts. I have let and managed property all over Hertfordshire from the area that I currently work to Wheathampstead where I owned and managed a lettings & estate agents to Watford and surrounding areas where my company acted as a marketing agent for one of the largest property management companies in the country”

Three Bedroom | End Of Terrace Home | Stanstead Abbotts

 

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I have been in and around the Hertfordshire property market for over 25 years, starting as an estate agent in the county town of Hertford and now running a successful lettings and property management company based in Stanstead Abbotts. I have let and managed property all over Hertfordshire from the area that I currently work to Wheathampstead where I owned and managed a lettings & estate agents to Watford and surrounding areas where my company acted as a marketing agent for one of the largest property management companies in the country”

Renters Reform Bill On Hold

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Following the announcement of  the General Election and subsequent dissolution of parliament, the Renters (Reform) Bill is no more. 

However, with renters reform high on the agenda of both the current government and main opposition parties, it’s likely we’ll see new rental reforms proposed in the near future. 

Lets look at why the Renters (Reform) Bill didn’t pass, what a new reform bill may contain, and what landlords need to do now to ensure they’re always compliant. 

Why didn’t the Renters (Reform) Bill pass? 

The Bill was currently going through the House of Lords when the announcement for the General Election was made. 

The 12 amendments tabled by the Lords meant the government simply ran out of time in the ‘wash-up’ period. Ironically, the Lords were presenting these amendments as the Prime Minister made his announcement.

Will there be a new Renters (Reform) Bill?

Both Labour and the Conservatives recognise that reform is needed, and all agree that section 21 should be abolished. Indeed, the shadow Housing Minister, Angela Rayner, has said she would abolish section 21 of the 1988 Housing Act, so called no fault evictions, on day one of a Labour administration. 

However, any Bill will have to start again from the beginning. Many agree that the previous Renters (Reform) Bill was poorly drafted and created a lot of unintended consequences so hopefully these issues can be addressed for the benefit of tenants whilst supporting landlord’s interests. 

What should landlords do now?

Landlords should educate themselves about the changes which will inevitably come. The penalties for even minor breaches will be significant so using a professional managing agent is critical. 

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I have been in and around the Hertfordshire property market for over 25 years, starting as an estate agent in the county town of Hertford and now running a successful lettings and property management company based in Stanstead Abbotts. I have let and managed property all over Hertfordshire from the area that I currently work to Wheathampstead where I owned and managed a lettings & estate agents to Watford and surrounding areas where my company acted as a marketing agent for one of the largest property management companies in the country”

Advice on Picking an Estate Agent

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The ideal agent is not always the one with the most sales under his or her belt, or the most years on the job. The ideal agent is one who listens to you, is easy to get along with, and has the tools and skills to address your unique situation.

Every home buyer is different. Some have credit issues. Some are buying from out of area. Some need help selling their current home in addition to buying a new one. Just as buyers have different needs, estate agents have different skills and specialties.

Here's how to find the agent who's right for you:

1. Ask friends and family for agent referrals.
Nobody knows you as well as your friends and family do. So they're often in the best position to recommend an agent who is well-suited for your needs. You can also trust a referral from friends or family more than one that comes from a stranger.

2. Talk to multiple agents.
I once saw a statistic that 84% of home buyers choose the first estate agent they contact!!!!. This means one of two things. Either most people are choosing wisely the first time, or they're just rushing into things without looking around. Probably a little of both.

You don't have to exhaust yourself interviewing agent after agent, but at least talk with two or three to see who you're most comfortable with (which leads to the next point).

3. Consider the vibe factor.
Professional expertise is an important critera when choosing an estate agent. But interpersonal skills are equally important. After all, you'll be working with this person anywhere from 2 to 12 months, so it helps to get along with them. We all have unique personalities, and that's the way it should be. But when working with someone professionally, it helps if their personality "meshes" well with your own.

4. Ask how they Market.
When deciding on an estate agent, ask how they market their properties. Some agents have their own preferred listings that they favor. But you want what's best for you, not what's best for your agent. You're paying them, right? So make sure the agent is willing to list your property in as many areas as possible, that includes using a Multiple Listing Service (MLS) such as run by the Independent Network of Estate Agents (INEA) as well as their own personal network.

5. Read paperwork carefully.
This advice is heavily used for a reason. It's critical that you examine all documents during the home buying process, and that includes your agent agreement. At some point during the relationship, your agent will probably ask you to sign an agent agreement. In most cases it's a simple contract, just be sure to read it carefully and ask questions.

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