Goodfellows blog

Welcome to the Goodfellows blog. Here we share property news, and informative articles as well as the latest community news from our branches.

5 key benefits of property inspections
October 7th 2024
In this blog, we'll explore five key reasons why mid-tenancy property inspections are essential and beneficial for both landlords and tenants. 
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Condensation on a window
October 6th 2023
In this blog we run through the different types of damp, what the landlord's responsibilities for damp and mould are, and how to deal with them.
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Someone pointing at a clipboard with a house floorplan and pair of keys beneath
May 10th 2023
Here at Goodfellows, we know every landlord has a different reason for letting a property and different needs from a letting agent. That’s why we provide a range of flexible landlord services to meet your needs.
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The Queen's Speech and White Paper: what news was there on rental reform proposals?
July 6th 2022
Every May, the Queen’s Speech is given at the State Opening of Parliament, outlining the Government’s plans for the upcoming parliamentary session, which generally runs from one spring to the next. Briefing notes are then released, giving more details on the legislation that’s being proposed. This year, for the first time, Prince Charles stood in for Her Majesty.
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Right to rent online checking service
March 10th 2022
Changes from 6 April 2022 will impact how letting agents and landlords in England conduct Right to Rent checks.
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Compulsory material information on property listings
March 10th 2022
Trading Standards and the government have jointly announced compulsory material information which must appear on property listings. A property's council tax band or rate (for lettings and sales) and the property price and tenure information (for sales) must be included on all property listings by 31st May 2022.
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A Goodfellows sign
January 25th 2022
Goodfellows Estate and Letting Agency are delighted to announce the opening of a new branch in New Malden following growing demand and a noticeable trend for new buyers and tenants.
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Government financial support for rent arrears in Winter 2021. Guidance for Landlords and Tenants.
November 16th 2021
The government recently announced that it will make £65m available to support low income households who are in rent arrears, as a result of the pandemic. As a landlord or a tenant, what does this mean for you?
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Lettings agent signing documents
September 30th 2021
Section 21 notice periods are changing on 1st October. Find out more 
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Someone writing in a notebook
May 27th 2021
There are numerous changes affecting landlords in 2021. Our helpful guide focuses on some key legislation updates that landlords need to be aware of.
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Three coloured doors
May 27th 2021
The Queen's Speech on 11th May confirmed that the Renters' Reform Bill is back on the agenda for 2021, with the response to the 2019 proposals now expected in the autumn, when the government will outline its reform package for the PRS. Read on to find out more about some of the fairly significant proposed changes.
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Dog and cat in a pet-friendly home
May 27th 2021
Under the new Government Model Tenancy Agreement announced in January 2021, landlords will no longer be able to issue blanket bans on pets, with objections made only where there is good reason...
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