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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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Kelly’s top 3 tips for getting your home market ready
17th Nov 2015
2 min read
Kelly’s top 3 tips for getting your home market ready

Go outside, cross the road carefully and have a look at your property as a potential buyer would see it. Does it have kerb appeal?

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Why you need a property inventory
6th Nov 2015
2 min read
Why you need a property inventory

Renting a property is usually an amicable and stress-free arrangement for both landlord and tenant. Sometimes though, even with the best will in the world, issues can arise and disputes occur.

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The Internet of Things and Estate Agency
5th Nov 2015
3 min read
The Internet of Things and Estate Agency

We’re in the midst of a revolution. A technology revolution gaining pace by the day. The Internet of Things (IoT) has already entered the popular lexicon and heralds an age driven by smart data. But what is it?

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8 decorating tips for landlords
20th Oct 2015
2 min read
8 decorating tips for landlords

When it comes to renovating and improvements of your property you will need first to decide what type of tenants you want to attract, this will help you decide on the scale of your project. Weigh up the expense of replacing things vs. your intended return on investment.

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Guest blog – Top tips for sharing costs when renting with housemates
19th Oct 2015
3 min read
Guest blog – Top tips for sharing costs when renting with housemates

Renting with other people is a great idea where you can not only make new friends or take on a new adventure with old ones, but you can also share home costs.

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Right to rent checks for landlords
19th Oct 2015
< 1 min read
Right to rent checks for landlords

The Home Office has today announced that the Right-to-Rent Scheme will be rolled our across all of England.

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How to make your rental property more efficient
6th Oct 2015
2 min read
How to make your rental property more efficient

We all like to think we are savvy at saving energy. We know it’s good for the environment and can save us money.

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Serving legal notices to tenants
11th Aug 2015
4 min read
Serving legal notices to tenants

From specialist landlord & tenant lawyer Tessa Shepperson of www.landlordlaw.co.uk

So! You have drafted up your notice and are ready to serve it on your tenant. What is the best way to do this?

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Deposit legislation
10th Aug 2015
< 1 min read
Deposit legislation

Since the scheme’s introduction in 2006 there have been many changes to the legislation surrounding…

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The Green Deal – Updates for landlords 2015
13th Jul 2015
< 1 min read
The Green Deal – Updates for landlords 2015

A number of years ago, the government introduced the Green Deal allowing landlords/tenants to apply…..