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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.…
Flatshare rents come down as tenants struggle with costs
Flatsharing rents have fallen this year for the first time. The average flatsharer in the…
Move-in Checklist For Landlords
A handy tenant move-in checklist for landlords to make sure everything is compliant.
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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How to look after your rental property during the summer holidays
27th Apr 2018
3 min read
How to look after your rental property during the summer holidays

Tenants throughout the country are thinking about taking time off during the summer months and this is something you as a landlord need to be aware of.

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What do I need to know about right to rent?
27th Apr 2018
3 min read
What do I need to know about right to rent?

As a private landlord, there does seem to be an ever-increasing amount of red tape for you to cope with. And with red tape comes paperwork. The right to rent is a case in point. But, as much as it may be inconvenient, it is essential you comply with the right to rent rules. Here’s what you need to know.

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Submit guest post to MakeUrMove
25th Apr 2018
< 1 min read
Submit guest post to MakeUrMove

Do you have something to contribute to the lives of landlords in the UK? MakeUrMove is looking for more writers and property industry professionals to contribute towards our blog.

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Andy Burnham addresses private landlords at the RLA’s Future Renting North Conference
25th Apr 2018
< 1 min read
Andy Burnham addresses private landlords at the RLA’s Future Renting North Conference

Andy Burnham addresses private landlords at the RLA’s Future Renting North Conference

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Online letting platform with a team of specialists
24th Apr 2018
4 min read
Online letting platform with a team of specialists

Here at MakeUrMove we are dedicated to offering all the tools and support a landlord could need. Through our online solution, we can help you from the beginning to the end of your tenancies whilst also keeping control firmly in your hands. In addition to providing cutting edge landlord software, our accredited team of lettings industry experts are always here to help out.

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Tips for renting your house
24th Apr 2018
3 min read
Tips for renting your house

At some point as a homeowner, you may come to the conclusion that it would be wise to rent out your house. Maybe you are thinking of going travelling or are temporarily relocating for work. Perhaps you are trying to sell your home but are finding it impossible. Or you may be looking to buy another property but your current home is locked in negative equity.

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Can I let my property without a buy to let mortgage?
20th Apr 2018
2 min read
Can I let my property without a buy to let mortgage?

The question posed in the title of this article is a little ambiguous. But, in theory, the answer is yes. You could let your property without a buy to let mortgage. But the reality is that if you are doing so you are highly likely to be committing mortgage fraud. Though probably unwittingly.

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Should buy-to-let landlords keep more for tax from April 2018?
19th Apr 2018
2 min read
Should buy-to-let landlords keep more for tax from April 2018?

From this month (April 2018), if you’re a landlord with a mortgaged rental property, you need to be aware that you will now have to pay more on your rental income due to changes in mortgage interest relief changes. We explore what these changes could mean to you.

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Is buy to let as easy as it looks?
16th Apr 2018
3 min read
Is buy to let as easy as it looks?

In theory, being a buy to let landlord is pretty straightforward. But is buy to let as easy as it looks?

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Industry Interview: David Smith, Policy Director of the Residential Landlords Association
15th Apr 2018
4 min read
Industry Interview: David Smith, Policy Director of the Residential Landlords Association

Welcome to the second in our series of industry interviews. For this instalment, we are delighted to profile David Smith, who is a landlord and tenant law partner at Anthony Gold Solicitors as well as Policy Director of the Residential Landlords Association.