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The latest news and industry updates with tips and guidance for landlords in the private rented sector.
Tenants on benefits choose heating or eating, claims report
A report has found that tenants in the private rented sector who are on benefits…
FSA warns against fraudulent 'no money down' deals
The Financial Services Authority has warned against fast-buy, no money down deals, saying these could…
Buy-to-let lending on long road to recovery
The value of buy-to-let mortgages taken out in the third quarter of 2012 totalled £4.2bn,…
What You Need To Know About The New Electrical Safety Checks
The government has recently announced new legislation which includes landlords facing mandatory electrical safety checks.…
Move-in Checklist For Landlords
A handy tenant move-in checklist for landlords to make sure everything is compliant.
Flatshare rents come down as tenants struggle with costs
Flatsharing rents have fallen this year for the first time. The average flatsharer in the…
Home Security Tips Landlords And Tenants Should Know
Fear of crime is something which unites both tenant and landlord. Here are some essential…
How Much Should You Charge For Security Deposit?
The Tenant Fees Act 2019 will limit the amount you can charge for security and…
Property body hits out at 'flawed' rental surveys
Lack of official data on rents is fuelling misinformation and leading to a false portrayal…
Buying cheaper than renting in nine out of ten towns, says Zoopla
Buying is cheaper than renting in 90% of 50 towns in Britain. On average, renting…
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A Landlord’s Guide to Boiler Servicing
19th Oct 2022
4 min read
A Landlord’s Guide to Boiler Servicing

Keeping your boiler serviced is a legal and moral responsibility for all landlords. What’s more, servicing your boiler reduces the risk of a costly breakdown. In our blog we explore what the legal requirements are and why they’re so important.

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What’s the law around EICRs? A step-by-step guide for landlords
5th Oct 2022
4 min read
What’s the law around EICRs? A step-by-step guide for landlords

Introduced in 2020 Electrical Inspection Condition Report (EICR) are now mandatory for all lettings. As a landlord you or your property manager must stay compliant to avoid a hefty fine. To learn more read our ultimate guide today.

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Understanding the New Carbon Monoxide Detector Legislation 2022
31st Aug 2022
2 min read
Understanding the New Carbon Monoxide Detector Legislation 2022

New regulations on smoke and carbon monoxide alarms will be coming into force soon. To learn about what’s changing and how you can stay compliant read our blog today.

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Rising Interest Rates: What They Mean for Landlords
9th Aug 2022
3 min read
Rising Interest Rates: What They Mean for Landlords

The Bank of England have announced the biggest rise in interest rates in 27 years, but what does this mean for landlords like you? In our blog we explore the simple ways you can ensure your profits are protected.

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The Landlords’ Guide to Fully Managed Services
28th Jul 2022
3 min read
The Landlords’ Guide to Fully Managed Services

More landlords than ever before are handing over their stress by going fully managed. In this blog we delve into what being fully managed means and why so many people are choosing to ditch the DIY approach to become a worry free-landlord.

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A landlords’ Guide to Managing Tricky Tenants
28th Jun 2022
4 min read
A landlords’ Guide to Managing Tricky Tenants

Over 40% of landlords have reported managing problem tenants as their greatest challenge. In this simple guide, MakeUrMove MD Alexandra Morris gives her expert advice on what to do, and what not to do when encountering a tricky tenant.

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Renters’ Reform Bill – What this means for landlords
15th Jun 2022
3 min read
Renters’ Reform Bill – What this means for landlords

The 2022 Queen’s Speech has confirmed the government’s commitment to the renters reform bill, alongside the plans to abolish section 21. In this blog, we’ll be summarising the current legislation, what’s set to change, and how these changes could affect landlords like you across the country.

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The Landlords’ Guide to Gaining Possession of a Property
24th May 2022
6 min read
The Landlords’ Guide to Gaining Possession of a Property

In this blog we summarise your rights as a landlord and how you can gain possession of a property, including Section 8 and Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988. Read our top tips to understand the legalities and how you can avoid going to court to regain possession.

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Top Time-Saving Tips for Landlords
4th Mar 2022
5 min read
Top Time-Saving Tips for Landlords

Top tips for busy landlords managing their own rental property portfolio brought to you by MakeUrMove online letting platform providing software to help Good Landlords across England and Wales.

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The Levelling Up White Paper: What it Means for Landlords and Tenants
21st Feb 2022
3 min read
The Levelling Up White Paper: What it Means for Landlords and Tenants

Online letting and property management platform, Make Ur Move take a look at what levelling up means to landlords and tenants in England.