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πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ The role of community engagement in shaping social housing policy

Social housing policy has a significant impact on communities, as it affects the quality of life and access to affordable housing for millions of people. Community engagement is therefore crucial in shaping this policy to ensure that it meets the needs and expectations of residents. Here are the key ways in which community engagement can influence social housing policy:

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πŸ› οΈ Decorating and maintaining rental properties

Decorating and maintaining rental properties is crucial for ensuring that your tenants are happy, your property is in good condition, you are able to attract new tenants and to attain the best possible rent. There are several best practices for decorating and maintaining rental properties that landlords should be aware of which we’re going to touch on today.

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πŸ“ Understanding landlord insurance and its benefits

What is landlord insurance? Landlord insurance is a combination of property insurance and liability coverage for rental properties. Property insurance covers the physical structure of the property, including any fixtures and fittings, against events such as fire, theft, and natural disasters. Liability coverage protects the landlord from being held responsible for any accidents or injuries that occur on the rental property.

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☹️ The Property Ombudsman – How do they review complaints?

All agents are obligated to be part of a redress scheme, unless they are in devolved nations, e.g. letting agents in Scotland where the local council will investigate a complaint. The two redress schemes which are currently servicing the property industry are: The Property Ombudsman (TPO) and The Property Redress Scheme (the PRS). Both are in place to provide alternative dispute resolution to avoid the need for court action to be taken should the consumer have any issue with property agents.

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🏨 The impact of IOT on fuel poverty in UK social housing

Fuel poverty is a growing issue in the UK, and social housing residents are particularly vulnerable. Many social housing properties are poorly insulated, leading to high energy bills, and residents often struggle to afford basic necessities such as heating and electricity. The Internet of Things (IoT) is a technology that has the potential to revolutionise the way we use energy and help to reduce fuel poverty in social housing. In this blog post, we will examine the impact of IoT on fuel poverty in UK social housing.

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πŸ“„ The impact of recent UK housing laws on landlords

The UK housing market has undergone significant changes in recent years, and as a landlord, it is important to keep up with the latest legal requirements. The new laws aim to enhance the safety and comfort of tenants and include fire safety regulations, minimum energy efficiency standards, and fitness for human habitation.

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