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5 Common Compliance Pitfalls for Landlords and How to Avoid Them

Navigating the landscape of property rental involves more than just finding the right tenants; it’s also about rigorous adherence to legal standards to avoid significant liabilities. Compliance isn’t just a legal requirement; it’s a critical component of successful property management that safeguards both the landlord and the tenant. Understanding and avoiding common compliance pitfalls is […]

By 4 min read

How does commercial property leasing differ from residential leasing?

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 […]

By 7 min read

Maximising Returns: A Guide for UK Landlords on Embracing Solar Power 

With the UK’s focus on renewables, savvy landlords are installing solar panels on their rentals, attracting eco-conscious tenants and enjoying cost savings.

By 4 min read

Where We Can Save Money Without Compromising Standards and Safety 

At the moment, there are thousands of landlords who are on the brink of selling up, I don’t intend to talk about the reasons for this, most of us know only too well.  What I do want to do is explore options where we can make some savings to help to get through this difficult […]

By 9 min read

Preparing Your Property for a Rainy Day: How to Make Lasting Changes to Your Rental Property

When preparing your property for prospective tenants, one of the surest ways to attract them to it is by showing them that you have made conscious, durable adjustments to the property. The latest technology and an aesthetically appealing look are highly sought after features that tenants look for in a rental property. 

By 3 min read

Landlords’ Responsibilities Regarding Energy Efficiency in 2024

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.

By 7 min read

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Crucial UK Grants & Schemes For Homeowners

Building a home with robust heating can be a challenge. With the mounting cost of heating and electricity being a major concern, it can be expensive to maintain your home’s temperature. Luckily, many incentives in the UK can help keep your heating running efficiently and save you money in the long run.

By 3 min read

Identifying and handling tenants involved with illegal drugs

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.

By 10 min read

Dealing with the Inevitable: How to Manage Any Damage to Your Rental Property

As a landlord, you can hardly avoid damage to your property. Even the most careful of tenants can still experience things like broken light fixtures or faulty locks. Whatever the damage may be, having to deal with it can be stressful for busy landlords like yourself.

By 3 min read

Tips for creating an eco-friendly rental property

Discover tips and advice for making your rental property more eco-friendly to boost its value, attract more tenants, and help fight climate change.

By 8 min read

Top Tips for Improving Rental Yield as a Landlord [2024 Update]

As a landlord, achieving as high a rental yield as possible is crucial for ensuring a profitable and sustainable buy-to-let investment. In the evolving and unpredictable UK property market of 2024, covering the costs of repairs, maintenance and mortgage payments is high on every landlord’s list.

By 5 min read

The landlord’s guide to working with letting agents

Do you need a letting agent to help manage your rental property? Learn what letting agents do and how to choose the right one to partner with.

By 8 min read

How To Create Compelling Listings With Dynamic Visual Media

In the evolving and highly competitive property market, there is arguably no task more important than standing out from the crowd. As a landlord, achieving a positive return on your investment is heavily reliant on your ability to attract the right types of buyers or tenants, whether you’re selling or letting your property, respectively.

By 5 min read

Protecting and Claiming from My Tenant’s Deposit

Way back in the late 90’s when the Housing Act 2004 was on the cards I was a member of the Executive of the National Federation of Residential Landlords, representing 52 landlord associations across the UK, long before NRLA or even NLA. Each member of the Executive was assigned a part of the proposed Bill […]

By 9 min read

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