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5 top tips for avoiding property voids
Void periods are when your property is standing empty and there’s no rent coming in. As a property investor, it’s essential you keep voids to an absolute minimum because they’re a double financial hit
emergencies at your rental property
When there’s an emergency at a rental property, it’s got to be responded to quickly and dealt with effectively, so the impact on both your tenants and the property is kept to a minimum at any given time.
Legionella checks: what are they?
One of the potential hazards in any property is legionella – but what exactly is it and what do you need to do minimise the risk to your tenants and how to keep them safe in your property during tenancy.
Renting out a property guide for first timers
People explore the buy-to-let market for a range of reasons, the most common being to make profitable revenue. Investing in property is a popular way to generate a passive source of income and enable financial freedom.
Be more energy efficient this winter?
The cost-of-living crisis in the UK is creating an ever-increasingly worrying situation for families across the country. Along with rising rent and food prices, energy bills have been one of the most impactful rises.
High humidity in the bedroom?
Extreme humidity levels in the house, especially in the bedroom, is very unhealthy. You and many others will be surprised at the role the weather plays in your sleep patterns, especially when it comes to humidity.
Six Ways Private Landlords Can Save Money on Tax
With prices across the board rising faster than they have for decades, many of us are watching the pennies more carefully, tightening our belts, and looking for ways to cut costs.
Landlords are Facing Mortgage Mayhem
The Bank of England’s base rate has risen dramatically since the start of the year, pushing mortgage rates up from their historic lows. Financial markets expect that interest rates will continue to rise
Landlord or Tenant? 5 Common Question
Whether you’re new to BTL or have an established rental portfolio to manage, it’s important that you understand your legal responsibilities to protect both yourself and your tenants.
New Legislation For Renting With Pets
The Renters Reform Bill white paper has announced changes that will make it easier for tenants to keep pets, including giving tenants the right to request pets.
Right to Rent: Changes for EU Nationals
The government has made a further announcement on the 18 June 2021 concerning the Right to Rent: Changes for all EU Nationals looking to rent in the UK.
Adding Value For Tenants with Furnished Lets
Could opting to let properties as furnished, be worthwhile? We will be delving into how this can be done in a manner that truly adds value. For you and your future tenant’s
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations
The Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations are changing. The regulations, originally enforced in 2015, will be amended from 1 October 2022 and apply to both private and social rental properties.
Mandatory Electrical Safety Inspections (EICRs)
In January 2020, the government announced the much-anticipated introduction of mandatory electrical safety inspections for private landlords. This article explains what landlords
How the Cost of Living is Impacting the Housing Market
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Brits across the country hoped that post-pandemic life would resume an element of normality. Yet since last year, the UK has experienced more financial adversity than life previously.
Eviction Notice Periods Reduced To Four Months From Six Months
Minimum eviction notice periods cut from six months to four from 1st June for most renters in England, the government has just recently announced.
What landlords need to know about EPC for rental properties
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) states how energy efficient a property is by using a rating system, which starts at A (the most efficient)
Buy-to-let continues to be a safe investment Within The Market
With conventional saving rates at an all-time low and an increasingly volatile stock market, traditional bricks & mortar can still provide the key to stable and lucrative investments.