Is it time to end retention payments?

Real Estate 22 08 2024

Problems for Landlord with Tenant Lease renewal claim

In a recent Circuit Court case Judge O’Connor had to rule on whether a Landlord could recover the difference between the “old rent” and a higher “market rent” from a tenant before their lease renewal. RDJ property partner, Pat Ahern, examines the…

Real Estate 16 07 2024

New Government Measures on Student Tenancies

The Residential Tenancies (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 2024 was signed into law on Friday 12 July 2024. RDJ Property Partner, Patrick Ahern discusses the Act and what it means for student tenants and those offering student specific accommodation (SSAs).

Real Estate 29 01 2024

RDJ Housing Conference: Foundations 24

RDJ held its inaugural housing conference, Foundations 24, at Páirc Uí Chaoimh on 25 January 2024 with over 300 clients, colleagues and industry stakeholders in attendance.

Real Estate 15 09 2023

Secure Tenancy Affordable Rental (STAR) Scheme – How does it work and will it be a success?

The Secure Tenancy Affordable Rental (STAR) scheme has been brought forward by the Government to assist the delivery of new rental stock that will be earmarked for those in the private rental sector who are struggling to afford market rents.In this…

Real Estate 26 07 2023

Land Development Agency - Announcement of intention to expand its current function to acquire land privately

On Friday 21 July 2023, the Land Development Agency announced that it is now seeking expressions of interest from private landowners as it plans to begin purchasing privately-owned sites for the delivery of affordable housing. In this article, Aoife…

Real Estate 16 03 2023

Eviction Bans as against Housing Need…. a difficult one!

RDJ Real Estate partner, Pat Ahern outlines the effects of the recent “eviction ban” which is due to expire in two weeks and highlights the possible options that may be offered to landlords and tenants in the coming months.