New decision on deposit protection

There is an excellent article at the LandlordLaw Blog, covering the latest decision affecting how deposits are protected.  The link is at:
http://www.landlordlawblog.co.uk/2010/02/13/tenancy-deposits-schemes-high-court-

I have already heard from some quarters that this decision is being interpreted as a way of avoiding having to protect deposits, at least initially.  The logic goes that as long as you eventually comply with the requirements of the deposit schemes you can avoid any action against you being successful. 

All landlords and agents should comply with the spirit as well as the letter of the law.  It may take a few years for the wrinkles to be ironed out of the poorly drafted deposit legislation however there is no excuse for not protecting the deposit within 14 days of receiving it, nor giving the tenants the prescribed information within the required timescales.

New Student Landlords wanted!

Thanks to all our staff for our success with the current academic year.  Due to high demand we have taken on more student properties this year and are looking to have our best year yet.

The demand for high quality student homes is very high so if you have good quality properties, especially in the Kensington Fields areas please give us a call on 0151 733 2200.

Welcome to the Topproperty Blog!

Welcome all - this is the first blog post from Simon @ Topproperty Services.  Topproperty are the first choice for student and family homes in Liverpool.

I will be updating this blog with the latest developments in our business, as well as changes to housing and tenancy law.  I will also be covering what is happening in the Liverpool rental market - especially with the ever changing student market - and giving a good idea to visitors what is going on!