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If you have a fixed term tenancy, unless there is a mutual break clause, your tenant will be able to stay in your property until the end of the fixed term and you will need to serve notice at least two months before the end of the tenancy, advising that you require possession at the end of the fixed term. Any request to leave prior to the end of the fixed term would have to be negotiated with the tenant which, if we are managing the property we can do on your behalf.

Where we are managing a tenancy for a landlord we will carry out periodic inspections to check that the property is being looked after and to also check if there are any issues that need attending to. We will provide a photographic report highlighting any areas of concern. These are typically carried out every six months.

Each borough council runs different licensing schemes for HMO’s. (Houses in Multiple Occupation) or for properties in general. There are mandatory, selective and additional licensing requirements. We have a specialist HMO department that can advise on what type of license is required, if any, and can make the necessary application to the council (subject to fees and license costs) on your behalf.