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Writings for Landlords

The latest news and industry updates with tips and guidance for landlords in the private rented sector.
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,…
Tenants on benefits choose heating or eating, claims report
A report has found that tenants in the private rented sector who are on benefits…
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.…
FSA warns against fraudulent 'no money down' deals
The Financial Services Authority has warned against fast-buy, no money down deals, saying these could…
Move-in Checklist For Landlords
A handy tenant move-in checklist for landlords to make sure everything is compliant.
How Much Should You Charge For Security Deposit?
The Tenant Fees Act 2019 will limit the amount you can charge for security and…
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…
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…
Property body hits out at 'flawed' rental surveys
Lack of official data on rents is fuelling misinformation and leading to a false portrayal…
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Full Property Management vs Being a DIY Landlord: Banishing the Myths
23rd Jun 2021
4 min read
Full Property Management vs Being a DIY Landlord: Banishing the Myths

Whether you’re an accidental or professional landlord, deciding how to manage your property is a crucial decision.

Do you have the time, enthusiasm and know-how to go down the DIY landlord route? Are you confident with the basics but need some professional support? Or would a full property management service tick all your boxes?

With the pace of legislative change in the property industry recently, it may have become a less straightforward decision than it once was.

Here we explore your options and answer the much-debated question: are property management companies worth it?

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Learn About the Latest Changes to Eviction Ban Legislation
20th May 2021
3 min read
Learn About the Latest Changes to Eviction Ban Legislation

Do you need to serve a Section 21 notice? Make sure you get it right and check the upcoming changes to notice period and rules of service with the Make Ur Move Eviction Ban Update Blog

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How to speed up the property letting process
20th Apr 2021
3 min read
How to speed up the property letting process

Looking to maximise your yields and reduce void periods in your rental property? Here are MakeUrMove’s top tips for speeding up the property letting process.

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How to avoid problem tenants
15th Apr 2021
3 min read
How to avoid problem tenants

Discover MakeUrMove’s top tips for avoiding problem tenants and our solutions.

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Buying Your Next Rental Property: Our Top Tips on Getting It Right
25th Mar 2021
4 min read
Buying Your Next Rental Property: Our Top Tips on Getting It Right

Whether you’re thinking about becoming a buy-to-let landlord for the first time, or adding to your existing property portfolio, there’s…

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Landlords’ Q&A: Expert Answers to Commonly Asked Questions
18th Mar 2021
4 min read
Landlords’ Q&A: Expert Answers to Commonly Asked Questions

In the current climate landlord life can be very difficult with evolving regulation and legislation to tackle. Make Ur Move answer the common questions that landlords ask about what to do and what not to do.

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The New Breathing Space Regulations: What Landlords Need to Know
10th Mar 2021
3 min read
The New Breathing Space Regulations: What Landlords Need to Know

Breathing Space Regulations come into force on 4th May 2021. This guide has been put together by Make Ur Move online letting platform to help landlords understand what they mean and how to prepare.

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A Guide to Tenancy Agreements: What Tenants and Landlords Need to Know
3rd Feb 2021
6 min read
A Guide to Tenancy Agreements: What Tenants and Landlords Need to Know

A guide to setting up a tenancy agreement for landlords and tenants. What should you include and what should not be in there. Brought to you by Make Ur Move Letting and Property Management Platform.

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A Guide to Tenancy Deposit Schemes
11th Jan 2021
4 min read
A Guide to Tenancy Deposit Schemes

A guide explaining what a tenancy deposit scheme is, how they work and how their dispute resolution services can help private landlords and tenants.

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Legislation landlords need to know and what’s in the pipeline
7th Jan 2021
3 min read
Legislation landlords need to know and what’s in the pipeline

Here’s the latest legislation landlords need to know, measures introduced since Covid-19, as well as regulation in the pipeline.