Did you know that UK homes are among the smallest in the world? The size of the average British house has been shrinking for decades, with homes now 20% smaller than in the 1970s. In urban areas where space is limited, there has been an increase in the construction of apartment blocks and shared living […]

If a tenant stops paying rent, it can cause numerous challenges for the landlord.  Chasing up tenants for rent payments is not only unpleasant but also time-consuming, especially if the tenant tries to avoid the landlord’s communications. But, unpleasantness aside, rental arrears can also put the landlord in financial trouble, particularly those who rely on […]

If you have a good tenant who looks after your property and pays their rent on time, you’re onto a winner!

Want to make your property listings more dynamic and eye-catching? Including a virtual property tour within your listing could help you fill vacancies faster, improve tenant satisfaction, and ensure your ads stand out from the crowd.

With demand for property outstripping supply in the UK and property prices consistently rising, real estate remains one of the most reliable and lucrative investment avenues.

When preparing a rental property for tenants, landlords must make many important decisions, including whether or not to equip the property with white and brown goods.

Opening a letter to discover you’re under investigation by HMRC is a headache every landlord would rather avoid.

Are you leveraging social media to boost your rental business? Research by We Are Social has found that there are 56.2 million social media users in the UK – that’s the equivalent of 82.8% of the total population. These users spend an average of one hour and 49 minutes across 6.4 platforms.

Want to increase your property investment returns?  Learn how to calculate rental yields and identify high-yielding properties to boost your rental income.

Love it or hate it, technology has revolutionised the way that most businesses operate – including those in the property management sector.

As a landlord, it’s essential to prioritise security. During the year ending September 2023, there were over 180,000 residential burglaries in England and Wales – that’s roughly 493 burglaries every day.

Most landlords opt for residential properties when they’re new to property investment. Residential property has always been a more popular investment, and it’s easy to understand why. Generally, residential properties require a lower deposit and are less complicated and lower-risk investments. However, more experienced landlords often expand into the commercial market over time, lured by […]

Over recent years, the government has shifted the goal posts several times regarding energy efficiency requirements for private rented accommodation. If you manage a rental property and feel confused about your responsibilities in 2024 and beyond, you’re not alone.

Discovering that your rental property has been turned into a Breaking Bad-style drug lab ranks pretty high on every landlord’s list of worst-case scenarios.