Changing Times for Landlords

	Changing Times for Landlords Undoubtedly, 2015 has been a pivotal year for landlords. The demand for privately rented accommodation seems unrelenting, and, as the Rent Check reports, rents are certainly increasing, with an average increase across England and Wales of 2.0% over the last six months. However, Government intervention and added regulation are squeezing landlords’ returns and matters of compliance are increasing. The press continues to focus on reports of poor landlords and unsatisfactory conditions for tenants.